Lead, Scrum Master, Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC), Global DD&T(Data, Digital & Technology)

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Job Description
Please note this job requires business level Japanese language command not only in speaking, business writing and reading.
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.
THE ORGANIZATION
This role is in the Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC), as part of the global network of Innovation Capability Centers (ICCs). Our ICCs focus on delivering digital solutions across Takeda and building our internal digital capabilities to ensure we are future-ready.
TJIC collaborates with the global ICCs to supports our Japan based business units and functions with cutting-edge technologies such as AI and big data. As a TJIC member, you will work closely with Japan-based business units and functions while regularly collaborating with colleagues in global ICCs to exchange knowledge and drive innovation.
Being part of TJIC offers a unique opportunity to leverage the latest data, digital and technology practices to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions. You will be empowered to deepen your expertise, enhance your skills and contribute to a mission that makes a meaningful difference in people's lives worldwide.
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.

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.
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
Tokyo, Japan
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time