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Lead, Scrum Master, Global DD&T(Data, Digital & Technology), Japan

Tokyo, Tokyo
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At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Job ID R0136424 Date posted 11/12/2024 Location Tokyo, Tokyo

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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading the digital transformation globally in the biopharmaceutical industry, leveraging technology to transform the way we develop and deliver life-changing treatments for patients. We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!

As we strive to become one of the most trusted, science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies in the world, data, digital and technology (DD&T) are deeply embedded in all we do.

To accelerate our transformation, we continue our investment in data, digital and technology and further growing our digital capabilities in Japan. Our aim is to embed DD&T across our organization, to create a future-ready organization meeting the evolving needs of patients, our people, and the planet.

This is a role belong to our Global DD&T function in Japan. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become a part of a mission that makes a real difference on lives around the world.

At Takeda We Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team. 

THE OPPORTUNITY
As a Senior Scrum Master, you'll be dealing with more complex situations and you’ll need to work across functional units, and other teams, and upper levels of management. You can expect to work on a wide variety of situations involving more complex scaling factors and variations. In this role you will identify allies and coordinate with other teams to improve delivery of value to the customer.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE:

  • Facilitate the Scrum process: Ensure that the Scrum framework is followed, including organizing and leading Scrum ceremonies like daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.

  • Remove obstacles: Identify and eliminate impediments that hinder the team’s progress, enabling them to work more efficiently.

  • Coach and mentor: Provide advanced guidance on Scrum principles and practices, helping the team to improve their agile maturity and performance.

  • Foster collaboration: Promote effective communication and collaboration within the team and with external stakeholders, ensuring a cohesive and productive work environment.

  • Drive continuous improvement: Implement and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of Scrum initiatives, and use these metrics to drive ongoing improvements in processes and outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Building a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised with an emphasis on consistently improving and problem-solving.

  • Facilitate agile events on a Team and Programme (ART) level according to Scaled Agile Framework.

  • Align teams to common PI objectives and coordinate interaction with other teams of one's own and other units to manage dependencies.

  • Mitigate variability in product development by establishing a consistent development cadence and fostering a customer-centric release management approach.

  • Additionally, contribute to the implementation of DevOps practices to enhance overall product development and delivery efficiency

  • Offer conceptual and innovative approaches to improve the organizational agility.

  • Guide, coach, and mentor more junior or aspiring Scrum Masters.

  • Act as a trusted representative for the team in committees, coordinate with IT colleagues from other teams, and are SPOC for the product owner and release manager or other functions from the business.

  • Deliver ongoing training for the team, product owners, developers, and testers to consolidate and support the future development of agile methods in the organization.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or other relevant work experience.

  • 7+ years of experience in Agile development working as a Scrum Master.

  • 7+ years of experience within a Lean/Agile development environment.

  • Thorough understanding of Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean practices.

  • Understanding of design thinking, DevSecOps, and CICD pipelines a plus.

  • Experience with Jira.

  • Comfortable leading multi-day workshops and training modules.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Professional/business level in both English and Japanese.

  • Global mindset and willingness to work in a multi-national environment.

Preferred to have:

  • Healthcare and Life Sciences industry experience desired

  • Industry-recognized Agile, Scaled Agile and / or DevOps Qualifications,

  • Preferred Technical Degree (or equivalent experience)

WHAT TAKEDA JAPAN CAN OFFER YOU:

  • Takeda is certified as a Top Employer, not only in Japan, but also globally. No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people.

  • At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career.

  • Joining the DD&T in Japan will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth.

Click here to find out Takeda’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Better Health, Brighter Future

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:

  • Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.

  • Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year

  • Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45

  • Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)

  • Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.

  • Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework

  • Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.

Important Notice concerning working conditions:

  • It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.

  • It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.

Locations

JPN - Tokyo - Global Headquarters

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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What makes a successful team member within Corporate at Takeda?

  • Collaborative
  • Strategic
  • Insightful
  • Results driven
  • Goal-oriented
  • Achiever
The environment is dynamic and evolving, so you have to be adaptable.

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Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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