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Bilingual Head Of Technology

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A global technology solutions company is looking for a Bilingual Head of Technology. The selected candidate will lead client-facing technology strategy, solution design, and business development initiatives for the Japan market.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as a technology advisor to clients and prospects in Japan
  • Understand client business needs and translate them into scalable technology solutions
  • Collaborate with architects and technical teams to design and propose solutions
  • Identify technology opportunities, capability gaps, and cross-service-line growth opportunities
  • Lead client discovery sessions, technical discussions, demos, workshops, RFPs/RFIs, proposals, and PoCs
  • Identify and promote AI/GenAI, Cloud, Data, Automation, Application Modernisation, and Digital Engineering solutions
  • Review solutions for technical feasibility, scalability, security, and maintainability
  • Support account planning, business growth, up-selling, and cross-selling initiatives
  • Build strong relationships with key clients and senior technology stakeholders
  • Share Japan market trends, client feedback, and technology requirements with global teams
  • Represent the company at client workshops, technology events, and industry forums
  • Promote knowledge sharing between Japan and global technology teams

Requirements:

  • More than 20 years of experience in software engineering, technology consulting, solution architecture, technical leadership, or pre-sales
  • Experience in a senior technology or client-facing role
  • Prior experience recognising and executing Data, AI/GenAI, automation, and digital solutions to address business challenges, including PoCs and client engagements
  • Proven experience in technology consulting and pre-sales, including client discovery, technical workshops, demos, PoCs, RFP/RFI responses, proposals, and solution presentations
  • Previous experience coordinating with multiple service lines, architects, technical teams, and delivery teams to develop and present solutions
  • Understanding of Data, AI, Generative AI, Cloud, and modern software engineering
  • Skilled in Data Engineering & Analytics, AI/ML, Generative AI, Agentic AI, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Digital Engineering, Microservices, DevOps, Application Modernization, and Enterprise Applications
  • Knowledge of Data and AI architecture, data platforms, analytics, machine learning, LLMs, RAG, AI agents, and enterprise AI use cases
  • Familiarity with Japanese business culture and enterprise IT
  • Familiarity with solution architecture, SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and modern engineering practices
  • Native level Japanese (JLPT N1); business level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience with Japanese enterprise clients, technology companies, system integrators, or large-scale IT organisations

About the Company:

This organisation operates in the technology and software development industry, delivering innovative digital solutions to clients across various sectors. The company is recognised for its strong technical expertise and commitment to continuous business growth and innovation.

Keywords:

ソフトウェア, プログラミング, IT, 技術職, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: ER7HZ9

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Information Technology

Focus: IT Management

Industry: IT

Salary: ¥25,000,000 - ¥35,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: ER7HZ9-F52AD87B

Date posted: 5 October 2026

Consultant: Madhuri Srinivasa