9 results for Data Scientist jobs

Data Scientist

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
The Role<ul><li>Work on data-driven decision making across core business functions</li><li>Partner with product, marketing, and leadership to optimize performance</li><li>Translate complex data into strategic insights and business actions</li><li>Opportunity to influence key product and growth initiatives</li></ul>What You'll Do<ul><li>Analyze large-scale user and transaction data to identify trends and opportunities</li><li>Support development of predictive and analytical frameworks</li><li>Define and track key business and product performance metrics</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to improve customer experience and operational efficiency</li><li>Provide insights that drive strategic decisions and future product direction</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>3-6 years in data science / analytics</li><li>Strong skills in SQL + Python (or similar)</li><li>Experience working with complex datasets in a business context</li><li>Ability to communicate insights to non-technical stakeholders</li><li>Curious, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>High visibility role with direct business impact</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders</li><li>Blend of analytics + strategy + product thinking</li><li>International, fast-paced fintech environment</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary8 - 12 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013417953 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGluaC5EYW5nLjI2NzkzLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-14T07:09:26Z

Data Scientist

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
9.0M - 20.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA technology-driven company is developing data-enabled solutions to support business operations. The organization leverages advanced technologies to build products used in everyday workflows. The RoleYou will work in an environment where machine learning is applied to real products, collaborating across teams to deliver practical solutions. This role focuses on bridging advanced machine learning with real-world applications, including:<ul><li>Designing and implementing search and recommendation systems</li><li>Developing machine learning models for data processing and analysis</li><li>Applying generative AI (LLM) to product features</li><li>Conducting data analysis to address business needs</li><li>Designing and improving system architecture and data platforms</li><li>You will also work closely with a highly technical leadership team, including senior leaders with strong research backgrounds, driving the overall AI and technology strategy.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Experience in web application development (3+ years)</li></ul>Experience in at least one of the following:<ul><li>Machine learning or data-related development</li><li>Search or recommendation systems</li><li>Data processing and analysis</li><li>Cloud-based system design</li><li>Business-level Japanese</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Experience with MLOps or LLM-related development</li><li>Experience with large-scale data systems</li><li>Leadership or project experience</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Work on real-world applications of machine learning</li><li>Opportunity to build and deploy production systems</li><li>Exposure to modern AI technologies</li><li>Work with a highly technical leadership team (PhD-level / research-driven)</li><li>Collaborative and product-focused environment</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary9 - 20 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013414682 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGluaC5EYW5nLjU1OTc0LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-06T08:18:03Z

Data Scientist - ML/AI

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 25.0M JPY / Yearly
The RoleThis is the company's first dedicated AI Engineer hire. You will own the design, build, and deployment of an internal AI agent platform that will transform how the organization operates, working directly with the Data Science Director and with visibility to C-suite leadership. This is not a support function; this is an ownership role with enterprise-scale impact from day one.Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and deploy AI agent systems using LLM frameworks, tool-calling, and MCP architecture</li><li>Own full-cycle agent workflow implementation from system design through production deployment</li><li>Build prompt engineering frameworks and agent control mechanisms for retail-specific use cases</li><li>Lead development of a consumer-facing AI shopping assistant (personalized recommendations, customer intent modeling)</li><li>Connect agent workflows to enterprise data infrastructure in collaboration with data engineers and scientists</li><li>Contribute to AI use case discovery across store operations, logistics, and distribution</li></ul> Your Skills Must-Have:<ul><li>3+ years hands-on AI/ML engineering in production environments</li><li>1+ year practical experience building or operating AI agent systems (not research or POC only)</li><li>Strong command of LLM application development: prompt engineering, tool-calling, agent orchestration</li><li>Experience with MCP or equivalent architecture</li><li>Business-level Japanese (JLPT N1)</li><li>Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with business stakeholders</li></ul> Preferred:<ul><li>Background in e-commerce, or logistics</li><li>Experience with recommendation systems or personalization engines</li><li>Familiarity with data pipeline architecture</li><li>Prior experience at a company with large-scale consumer data assets</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary10 - 25 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013443979 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGluaC5EYW5nLjAyNjM4LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-28T06:53:09Z

Strategy Data Science Sr. Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
15.0M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA leading multinational company is seeking a senior data science and analytics professional to join its regional strategy and analytics division in Tokyo. The team drives performance, profitability, and data-driven decision-making for the Japan market, collaborating closely with senior leadership.The RoleThis position focuses on leveraging large-scale transaction and market data to generate actionable insights, build advanced analytical models, and support strategic planning. The successful candidate will work across functions, including product, sales, and marketing, to identify growth opportunities, optimize business performance, and shape key strategies.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Delivering end-to-end data science and analytics projects aligned with business priorities</li><li>Building, deploying, and maintaining statistical and machine learning models with large, complex datasets</li><li>Translating analysis into actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders</li><li>Supporting strategic planning, performance tracking, and growth projects</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally to drive execution of key initiatives</li></ul>Your Skills<ul><li>Over 10 years of experience in data science or advanced analytics</li><li>Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools</li><li>Solid understanding of statistical modeling and machine learning techniques</li><li>Strong business acumen, ideally gained in payments, banking, or related fields</li><li>Fluency in Japanese and English, with proven communication skills</li></ul>Location TokyoSalary 15,000,000 yenReference Number 06940-0013405042 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxiZXJ0by5GdXJsYW4uMjA2MjIuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-09T01:15:19Z

Product Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile Own the Payments Platform at a Fast-Growing Hospitality Tech Company AI-powered hospitality tech company serving nearly 10,000 properties across APAC is looking for a Senior Product Manager to own and scale its global payments platform. The company is publicly listed, profitable, and growing at 30%+ YoY, with a team of 190 people spanning 16 nationalities across 9 countries. Currently shifting from traditional SaaS toward an "Outcome-as-a-Service" model powered by autonomous AI agents, this is a business at an inflection point with payments sitting at the very core of how it generates revenue. The Role <ul><li>You'll have full ownership of the payments strategy and roadmap, covering Japan and a rapidly expanding international footprint across Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong.</li><li>Transaction economics are yours to optimize: processing costs, pricing models, and financial performance all feed directly into the company's net revenue contribution.</li><li>PCI compliance, security architecture, and fraud prevention fall under your responsibility as product owner.</li><li>You'll work directly with domestic Japanese payment gateway partners, a critical gap the team needs filled, while also managing global acquiring relationships.</li><li>Data analysis and financial modeling will be central to how you prioritize, diagnose issues, and prove business impact through conversion uplift and cost reduction.</li><li>This role acts as the strategic bridge between engineering, business development, customer success, and external payment partners.</li><li>You'll report to the VP of Product and collaborate closely with the CPO and VP of Business Development, with high visibility across the entire organization.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Deep, hands-on experience in the payments domain is non-negotiable: gateway integrations, acquiring-side operations, multi-currency environments, 3D Secure optimization, and authorization rate management.</li><li>5+ years of product management experience shipping high-transaction-volume products in SaaS or platform environments.</li><li>You measure success through commercial outcomes like conversion uplift and net revenue contribution, not feature delivery alone.</li><li>Comfort with data analysis and financial modeling, including the ability to build models, query databases, and connect numbers to strategic decisions.</li><li>Willingness to operate at both the strategic level and get into the weeds with hands-on QA and issue investigation when the situation demands it.</li><li>Professional fluency in both Japanese and English is required.</li><li>Familiarity with API-first architectures and experience alongside data science or ML engineering teams is a strong plus.</li><li>Background in hospitality, travel tech, fintech, or e-commerce is valued but not mandatory.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Own one of the company's most commercially critical products at a moment of aggressive international expansion.</li><li>Your payments expertise is the strategic advantage this team needs most, because domain knowledge is valued above all else here.</li><li>Join a genuinely international workplace where 80% of colleagues come from outside Japan and collaboration happens across 9 countries daily.</li><li>PMs operate with real autonomy: propose your own quarterly OKRs, pitch initiatives to leadership, and drive execution with minimal micromanagement.</li><li>Compensation is structured as 100% base salary with no bonus split, giving you strong, predictable earning power.</li><li>Hybrid work with roughly two days per week</li></ul> You must be based in Japan or hold a valid work visa. Location Tokyo Salary 10 - 15 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013408081 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2hhbmcuTGUuMTYzMDcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-06T08:46:17Z

Project Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
9.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileAn award-winning AI technology company founded in London, focused on transforming how insurance claims and underwriting decisions are made, is looking for a Technical Project Manager to lead its expansion across Japan. The Role<ul><li>Japan represents one of the most strategic markets globally, with an insurance industry worth ¥45 trillion. The business has established strong relationships with leading insurers in the region and is now focused on expanding its footprint.</li><li>Reporting to the Japan Country Manager, you will own the end-to-end project delivery for Japanese insurance clients, managing implementations from requirements gathering through to go-live.</li><li>As a foundational member of the Japanese team, you will work closely with the Country Manager and the Growth team in the UK to shape the business in Japan.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Fluent level Japanese and advanced business-level English.</li><li>Proven experience delivering complex software projects in partnership with Engineering and Data Science teams.</li><li>Strong project and stakeholder management skills across all levels, from C-suite to daily users.</li><li>Experience managing technical implementations for external customers and stakeholders.</li><li>Familiarity with AI concepts such as LLMs, NLP, or OCR is a plus.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Take real ownership of a high-growth market at an early and exciting stage.</li><li>Work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and one of Asia's largest insurance markets.</li><li>Fully remote role based in Japan with a competitive salary of up to ¥12m.</li><li>Join a fast-growing, internationally recognised tech company with a genuine mission to change insurance for good.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary9 - 12 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013406452 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2F0dW55dS5TaXJpcGFpcm9qLjkyMzgwLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-26T05:07:25Z

R&D Engineer

Yamagata,
remote
Permanent
6.5M - 6.5M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA global manufacturer of advanced quartz and ceramic materials for the semiconductor and industrial sectors. The RoleR&D: Responsible for the research and development of new products and/or processes for quartz crucibles used in the silicon wafer manufacturing process.The Crucible R&D Engineer will take the lead in research and development activities for new products and processes related to crucibles used in the production of single-crystal silicon ingots.This role includes the following responsibilities:<ul data-start="539" data-end="1414"><li data-section-id="18l2xm3" data-start="539" data-end="674">Gain a thorough understanding of internal design limitations, manufacturing capabilities, and their impact on customer requirements</li><li data-section-id="67vgbe" data-start="675" data-end="766">Collaborate with the Customer Support team to identify and analyze customer pain points</li><li data-section-id="ikanst" data-start="767" data-end="858">Develop innovative solutions to address customer challenges through crucible technology</li><li data-section-id="18nyw7x" data-start="859" data-end="966">Identify opportunities to enhance internal manufacturing processes in terms of productivity and quality</li><li data-section-id="wcweip" data-start="967" data-end="1074">Analyze internal processes using a scientific and data-driven approach to determine effective solutions</li><li data-section-id="9fwxyd" data-start="1075" data-end="1148">Initiate and drive projects to implement proposed ideas and solutions</li><li data-section-id="5sn5dv" data-start="1149" data-end="1217">Plan and carry out experiments associated with assigned projects</li><li data-section-id="19qv8va" data-start="1218" data-end="1325">Work closely with relevant departments to advance projects toward commercialization and mass production</li><li data-section-id="13p99r" data-start="1326" data-end="1414">Perform intellectual property (IP) analysis and contribute to the creation of new IP</li></ul> Your Skills [Required]<ul data-start="94" data-end="448"><li data-section-id="1xyr6et" data-start="94" data-end="204">Bachelor's degree or higher in a science or engineering-related field (or equivalent technical background)</li><li data-section-id="19kazgz" data-start="205" data-end="346">Minimum of 2 years of experience in new product and/or process development Candidates with early career experience are also welcome</li><li data-section-id="19uzeiy" data-start="347" data-end="448">Ability to read and understand English technical documents (use of translation tools is acceptable)</li></ul>[Preferred]<ul data-start="473" data-end="754"><li data-section-id="1kqqq43" data-start="473" data-end="585">Experience or knowledge in a manufacturing or high-tech industry (e.g., materials or process-related fields)</li><li data-section-id="1i11mrn" data-start="586" data-end="681">Experience in structured new product development methodologies (e.g., stage-gate processes)</li><li data-section-id="13u4vbu" data-start="682" data-end="754">Experience working in an international or cross-cultural environment</li></ul> Location Yamagata Salary6.5 million yen- Reference Number: 06940-001340644 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bG91aWUucmV5ZXMuNzM5ODAuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-28T00:17:34Z

IT Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
<ul><li>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Demonstrate strategic vision and strong execution in delivering high-quality internal information and communication technology services that outperform typical market expectations</li><li>Support oversight of the organization's full technology infrastructure, including servers, networks, telecommunications, and cloud-based services</li><li>Maintain strong cybersecurity practices to safeguard confidential client information and preserve privileged communications</li><li>Lead and supervise the desktop support team</li><li>Partner with organizational leadership to create and implement technology strategies that support business goals</li><li>Help develop and maintain relationships with outside vendors, equipment manufacturers, solution partners, and service providers</li><li>Assist with managing the technology budget, including forecasting, expense control, and investment planning</li><li>Create, implement, and uphold technology policies, procedures, and best practices</li><li>Ensure adherence to industry regulations and data privacy requirements</li><li>Lead technology training efforts to improve employee productivity and user adoption of systems</li><li>Develop and carry out disaster recovery and business continuity plans</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>5-7 years of experience in technology management, ideally within a professional services setting</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing technology infrastructure in a Windows-based and cloud productivity environment</li><li>Experience operating and managing virtualization technologies, including virtual desktop environments and hypervisors, within a large organization</li><li>Adaptable and flexible mindset, with the ability to respond to changing business and environmental conditions and work independently with initiative</li><li>Experience in cybersecurity, data protection, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning</li><li>Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical employees and administrative leadership</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Familiarity with technology applications and workflows commonly used in the legal sector</li><li>Experience with industry-specific software platforms for content or case management, or similar systems</li><li>Relevant professional certifications in infrastructure, security, service management, or technical support</li><li>Understanding of compliance requirements and ethical technology considerations within the legal field</li><li>Experience with cloud migration projects and hybrid infrastructure environments</li><li>Knowledge of electronic discovery processes and litigation support tools</li><li>Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience</li></ul>About the Organization<ul><li>This is a full-service law practice with approximately 70 legal professionals and about 40 business support employees</li></ul>Location Tokyo Salary10 million yen Reference Number: 67040-0013410520 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. </li></ul><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWhtYWQucm95YW5pLjU4Nzk3LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-23T04:58:09Z

IT Business Solutions Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
12.0M - 14.0M JPY / Yearly
Overview Our client is a globally recognised leader in the premium sports equipment and lifestyle industry, with operations spanning multiple continents and a well-established presence across Asia-Pacific. Their Japan business operates across multiple channels - including e-commerce, owned retail stores, and third-party retailer networks - supported by an integrated back-office technology environment that connects supply chain, warehouse, and sales systems end to end. This is a hands-on IT management role reporting to the Director of Japan & Asia IT. The IT Business Solutions Manager will act as the key liaison between Japan's business teams and global IT, taking ownership of back-office systems that underpin the company's omnichannel operations - from warehouse and inventory management through to EDI connectivity with external retail partners. The Role<ul><li>Manage the development, implementation, and ongoing support of back-office systems - including ERP, WMS, and EDI - across the company's omnichannel operations spanning e-commerce, owned retail, and third-party retailers</li><li>Lead EDI integration projects connecting the business with third-party retailer and distribution partner systems, ensuring accurate and timely data exchange across the supply chain</li><li>Work closely with business stakeholders and global IT teams to analyse current systems, identify process gaps, and recommend improvements that support operational and commercial goals</li><li>Coordinate with supply chain and warehouse teams to ensure WMS and SCM solutions are optimised and aligned with both local needs and global standards</li><li>Manage outsourced and third-party vendor relationships, overseeing delivery against project specifications and service level expectations</li><li>Liaise between Japan, Asia, and global headquarters to share best practices, stay current on global system developments, and propose enhancements relevant to Japan's business</li><li>Respond to shifting operational demands and, where needed, work with key stakeholders to prioritise projects and manage risks effectively</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline</li><li>At least 10 years of IT experience, with solid hands-on background in back-office systems - particularly ERP, WMS, SCM, and EDI - ideally within a retail, wholesale, or omnichannel business environment</li><li>Practical experience managing EDI connectivity with external retailers or distribution partners</li><li>Familiarity with omnichannel operations - understanding how online, owned retail, and third-party retail channels interact with back-office and supply chain systems</li><li>Experience managing vendors, outsourced teams, and project delivery within a structured IT environment</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across business and IT teams, both locally and globally</li><li>Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English; Japanese nationality or JLPT N1 certification preferred</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Omnichannel scope - Work at the centre of a multi-channel business, with visibility across e-commerce, retail stores, and third-party retailer operations - and the systems that connect them all</li><li>Back-office ownership - Take meaningful responsibility for ERP, WMS, SCM, and EDI systems that are critical to how the business moves product from warehouse to customer</li><li>Global connectivity - Collaborate with IT and business teams across Asia and globally, bringing a local perspective to an international technology environment</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary 10 -12 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013437465 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bHluZHNleS5odWdoZXMuNDY5ODkuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-15T04:41:02Z