Project Manager (Rakuten Edy, Rakuten Cash) - E-money System Department, Rakuten Edy, Inc.(Secondment)

Job Description

This role manages projects for Rakuten Edy and Rakuten Cash within the E-money System Department. Responsibilities are likely to include planning and coordinating system development, defining requirements, managing schedules, budgets, risks, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders, and supporting stable payment-service operations. Candidates are expected to have project management experience, strong communication and coordination skills, and the ability to work with engineers, business teams, and external partners. Experience with payment systems, financial technology, system development, or large-scale consumer services is advantageous. Business-level Japanese is likely required, while English ability may be useful in Rakuten’s international environment. The successful candidate should be organized, proactive, commercially aware, and comfortable managing complex projects in a regulated, high-volume digital payments setting.

Company Info

Rakuten is a major Japanese internet and technology group founded in 1997 and headquartered in Tokyo. Its businesses span e-commerce, online travel, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, advertising, and professional sports. Rakuten operates an integrated membership and loyalty ecosystem, allowing customers to use Rakuten Points across many services. Rakuten Edy provides electronic money services, while Rakuten Cash supports digital payments within the broader Rakuten financial platform. The company employs people from many countries and promotes collaboration across technology, product, business, and corporate functions. Working at Rakuten can offer exposure to large-scale consumer platforms, fintech innovation, international teams, and rapidly changing digital markets. Employees should also expect a performance-focused environment, cross-functional coordination, and the need to adapt quickly as products, regulations, and customer expectations evolve.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in software engineering, fintech, cybersecurity, data, manufacturing, tourism, healthcare, and international business. Tokyo has the widest range of roles and the highest salaries, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo can provide lower living costs and growing technology markets. Workplace culture generally values punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect for seniority, and careful communication. English-only positions exist, but Japanese ability greatly improves career options and daily life. Japan offers excellent public transport, healthcare, safety, convenience stores, and diverse food and cultural experiences. Housing in Tokyo can be expensive, and initial relocation costs may include deposits, agency fees, and furnishings. Foreign employees normally need an appropriate work visa, usually sponsored by the employer, and must register their address after arrival. A residence card, health insurance, pension enrollment, and tax procedures are also required. Learning basic Japanese and understanding local workplace etiquette make relocation considerably easier.