Project Manager, AI Phone

Project Manager (Bilingual: Japanese/English)
San Mateo, CA (In-Office)

About Us:

Brain is an AI and interface company founded in 2015. Brain's AI organizes the world's software and makes it human-centric and natural to use. The company invents new technologies, design metaphors and developer platforms that allow computers to become an extension of our minds. In 2016, Brain pioneered one-shot learning NLP in the industry, which has become a fundamental technology in many of the most popular language models today. Building on this innovation, Brain invented the world's first consumer generative interface, Natural AI, in 2020. In 2024, Brain.ai unveiled a revolutionary app-less smart phone at Mobile World Congress with one of the world's leading mobile network operators.

We are seeking a experienced Project Manager to lead the launch of an innovative AI-powered phone set to release in Japan in late 2025. This position requires a fluent Japanese/English bilingual professional with strong experience managing complex projects within the mobile technology space.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end project management of the AI phone launch, coordinating between key stakeholders, including our internal teams and two external partners.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle from manufacturing to market release, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage OS and app development initiatives, ensuring technical requirements are met.
• Facilitate seamless communication between teams based in the U.S. and Japan.
• Regularly update executive leadership on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Plan and execute travel between the U.S. and Japan for critical in-person meetings, up to twice per month.

Qualifications:

• Fluent in both Japanese and English (written and verbal).
• Proven track record of managing the successful launch of mobile devices or related hardware.
• Experience in managing operating system development or app development projects.
• Familiarity with managing cross-functional teams across different geographies.
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Willingness to work in-office at our San Mateo, CA location and travel to Japan as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with Japanese telecom or technology companies.
• Deep understanding of the Japanese mobile market and consumer preferences.
• Experience in delivering a product from the manufacturing stage to market release.

Work Location:
San Mateo, CA (in-office role)
Travel:
Up to twice per month to Japan