Product Manager
Build the Future of Fan Engagement
Queri is a Tokyo-based entertainment technology company building fan engagement products for creators, talent agencies, and global audiences.
Our flagship platform helps creators, entertainers, musicians, wrestlers, idols, influencers, and other talent build meaningful relationships with their audiences through personalized interactions and exclusive content.
As we continue to grow Queri and launch new products, we're looking for an experienced Product Manager who wants to help shape the future of fan engagement, creator technology, and AI-powered products.
If you're excited about startups, moving fast, shipping often, and working directly with company leadership to turn ideas into products, we'd love to talk.
The Role
We're looking for a bilingual Product Manager based in Tokyo who can own product strategy, execution, and go-to-market initiatives across Queri and future products currently in development.
You'll work directly with the CEO and partner closely with the CTO, designers, engineers, creators, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities, define product direction, and bring products to market.
This is a high-impact role with significant ownership and visibility across the company.
Key Responsibilities
Own product planning, prioritization, and roadmap development
Translate business goals and customer needs into product requirements and development plans
Work closely with engineering and design teams to ship features and improvements on a regular cadence
Conduct customer research, market analysis, and competitive research
Help define and execute go-to-market strategies for new products and features
Monitor product performance and identify opportunities for growth
Gather feedback from users, creators, partners, and internal stakeholders
Maintain clear product documentation and stakeholder communication
Leverage AI tools to improve planning, research, execution, and decision-making
Help establish scalable product processes as the company grows
Required Qualifications
5+ years of Product Management experience
Native or business-level Japanese
Professional-level English
Experience launching and growing products in the Japanese market
Strong understanding of product development and agile methodologies
Experience working directly with software engineers and designers
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-moving startup environment
Comfortable wearing multiple hats and taking ownership beyond a traditional Product Manager role
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in entertainment, music, media, creator economy, gaming, or fan engagement businesses
Experience with consumer mobile applications (iOS and Android)
Familiarity with Figma and modern design workflows
Experience working at startups or high-growth technology companies
Experience launching AI-powered products or features
Strong understanding of modern AI workflows and tools
Experience using Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, Windsurf, or similar AI tools in daily work
Experience with Claude Code, Claude Design, AI agents, or AI-assisted product development
Experience working with international teams and global consumer products
Why Join Queri?
We're a small team building products at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and AI.
Unlike larger companies, you'll have a direct impact on product direction, company strategy, and the experiences we create for creators and fans around the world. You'll work directly with the CEO and CTO, help shape multiple products, and see your ideas move from concept to launch quickly.
A few things that make Queri unique:
Work directly with creators, talent agencies, idols, wrestlers, dancers, musicians, influencers, and other entertainment professionals
Help launch and support real-world fan events and creator experiences
Opportunity for international travel as the company grows (recent events and business activities have included Las Vegas and Taipei)
Unlimited paid vacation policy
Flexible startup environment focused on outcomes rather than bureaucracy
Regular team outings, including the occasional Costco run to stock up on American snacks
Access to the latest AI tools and workflows, including Claude, ChatGPT, AI agents, and AI-assisted product development
Opportunity to help define how AI is integrated into next-generation consumer products
Competitive salary and benefits
Potential participation in the company's long-term success through equity-based compensation opportunities, subject to discussion following successful completion of the probation period
Most importantly, you'll join a small, ambitious team where your work matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions can have an immediate impact on both the product and the business.
Success in This Role
Within your first year, you will help:
Launch impactful product improvements and new features
Improve user engagement, retention, and business performance metrics
Build scalable product management processes
Bring new products from concept to market
Strengthen Queri's position as a leading fan engagement platform connecting Japanese talent with global audiences
Location
Tokyo, Japan (Hybrid Preferred)
Reporting Structure
Reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the CTO and engineering team.