Strategic Business Operations Analyst - Japanese Speaking

Posted 6 Days Ago
La Jolla, CA
Mid level
Cloud • Enterprise Web • Other • Productivity • Software • Analytics • Design
Altium is transforming how electronics are designed with the industry’s most collaborative EDA/ECAD software platform.
The Role
As a Strategic Business Operations Analyst, you will optimize R&D investments by developing financial models, drive operational efficiency through cost analysis, lead budget planning and management, and deliver actionable insights to inform decision-making for R&D projects.
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  ⚡️ Why Altium?

Altium is transforming the way electronics are designed and built. From startups to world’s technology giants, our digital platforms give more power to PCB designers, supply chain, and manufacturing, letting them collaborate as never before.

  • Constant innovation has created a transformative technology, unique in its space
  • More than 30,000 companies and 100,000 electronics engineers worldwide use Altium
  • We are growing, debt-free, and financially strong, with the resources to become #1 in the EDA industry

Are you passionate about driving operational efficiency and maximizing the return on investment for cutting-edge technology? At Altium, a global leader in PCB design software, we're seeking a highly analytical and results-oriented Strategic Business Operations Analyst to join our innovative R&D team.

In this critical role, you will be a key partner to R&D leadership, providing data-driven insights and financial expertise to optimize resource allocation and drive the development of groundbreaking products. You will play a central role in analyzing project costs, evaluating ROI, and ensuring that our R&D investments deliver maximum value.

What You'll Do:

  • Optimize R&D Investments: Develop robust business models and frameworks to evaluate the financial viability of R&D projects, assess potential ROI, and prioritize initiatives based on strategic impact
  • Drive Operational Efficiency: Analyze R&D spending, identify cost optimization opportunities, and implement strategies to improve resource allocation and streamline processes
  • Lead Budget Planning & Management: Spearhead the annual budgeting and forecasting process for the R&D organization, collaborating with engineering and product teams to develop accurate forecasts and allocate resources effectively
  • Deliver Actionable InsightsConduct in-depth analysis of R&D performance, including project cost tracking, resource utilization, and return on investment, to identify areas for improvement and inform strategic decision-making
  • Influence Key Stakeholders: Prepare compelling presentations and reports that effectively communicate R&D performance, budget proposals, and investment recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders

What You'll Bring:

  • Proven Experience: 3+ years of experience in business operations, finance, or a related field, with a strong focus on ROI analysis and cost optimization
  • Analytical Expertise: Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills, with a deep understanding of financial statements and key performance indicators
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making and resource allocation
  • Collaborative Approach: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with R&D teams and other stakeholders
  • Passion for Technology: A strong interest in technology and innovation, with a desire to contribute to the development of cutting-edge products
  • Drive for Results: A self-starter with a strong work ethic and a proven track record of delivering impactful results.
  • Native-Japanese speaking skills: The role requires high-degree of interface with executives and professionals in Japan - so native Japanese language proficiency is highly desirable.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience working in the software industry, particularly with R&D teams.
  • Familiarity with embedded software development methodologies in semiconductor industry.

Why Altium?

  • Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the success of a global technology leader.
  • Accelerate Your Career: We offer opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  • Be Part of a Winning Team: Join a passionate and collaborative team that is committed to innovation and excellence.
  • Enjoy Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, health insurance, and paid time off.

The salary range for this role is $140,000 to $169,000. Actual compensation packages within this range are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate and role requirements, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.

Our Benefits

  • 🏥 Healthcare coverage 
  • 🤓 Prescription drug, vision, and dental plans
  • 💸 HSA and FSA accounts
  • ❤️ Life and AD&D insurance; disability coverage where applicable   
  • 🌅 Retirement 401(k) Plan Option with Altium match
  • 🧘 Calm App and Employee Assistance Program 
  • 🏖 Paid holidays plus a “Choice Day” off per quarter       
  • ✈️ Paid time-off rising schedule upon key milestones
  • 🤒 Sick time for Dr. appointments or family health needs
  • 👶 Family medical, maternity, paternity, and military leave
  • 🏡 Flexible working arrangements available based on role and location
  • 🖥 Home internet allowance
  • 🥪 Free lunch, snacks and drinks every day in office
  • 🚗 Free parking
🎯 What Matters to Us
  • Big-thinking in pursuit of purpose
  • Diversity of thought
  • Courage of conviction
  • Transparency of intent
  • Ingenuity of AND
  • Agility in action
  • Adaptability of approach
  • Grit in pursuit of mission

🌍 Also, we would like you to knowWe are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

💡 Learn more about why a career at Altium is an opportunity like no other: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAYCOLpPLPE 

✈️ Altium Benefits: https://careers.altium.com/#s-benefits 

👏 Are you already an Altium employee? Please apply directly through our internal Greenhouse job board. If you have questions, please contact HR.

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The Company
HQ: San Diego, CA
900 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

Altium is transforming the way the electronics industry designs new products with the most advanced, most collaborative EDA/ECAD software that design engineers have ever worked with. We are the first and only company to enable the entire electronics value chain — design, supply chain, and manufacturing — to work together easily and fluidly on a digital platform.

Our work, and yours, will impact nearly every industry around the globe. We are the world's most widely used electronics design solution. More than 100,000 engineers and 30,000 businesses in clean energy, transportation, communications, healthcare, computing, research, manufacturing and more are all creating new products faster and more efficiently than ever using Altium software innovations.

Why Work With Us

Altium is the most agile company in our industry. We think big and move fast and change direction when needed. It’s the only way to transform and speed the way electronics are designed. If you have a passion for new ideas, discussion, exploration, and results, you’ll be in excellent company at Altium as you make your impact on the world.

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