About the Role
Mantra Inc. is a global AI startup dedicated to eliminating “language barriers” in the entertainment industry, guided by our mission to “deliver manga in the world’s languages.” We envision a future where people everywhere can enjoy the latest manga, anime, and games simultaneously, and engage in conversations that transcend national borders and cultural differences. We believe that the “respect for other cultures” born from a love for these works and interactions among fans will eventually foster mutual understanding around the world. Envisioning such a peaceful and joyful future, we are dedicated to researching AI technology, translating manga, and developing language learning services. We are seeking a designer with strong planning skills and strategic thinking who can contribute to strategic product decision-making and build user experiences from the ground up.
Responsibilities
- Backend development for mobile apps
- Development focused on productivity and quality, including automation of testing and operations
- Building, maintaining, and operating infrastructure and data analytics platforms
- Analyzing user challenges and validating hypotheses
- Collaborating with product managers and designers to design and develop user experiences and features
- Creating and managing development schedules, and making technical decisions
Requirements
- In-depth understanding and experience in backend development for mobile or web applications
- Experience in database development
- English proficiency sufficient for basic communication with non-Japanese speakers
Skills
- Python
- AWS
- GCP
- Swift (iOS)
- Flutter (Android)
- Data analysis
- Data analysis infrastructure construction
- Infrastructure setup and operations using AWS or similar platforms
- Server-side development using Django
- Consumer-facing mobile app development
- Machine learning
Location
- Tokyo, Japan
Work Type
- Contract
- Full-time
- Telework available
Experience Level
- Senior level
Salary/Compensations
- ¥6,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 a year
Benefits
- Flexible work hours
- Two-day weekend system
- National holidays
- Year-end and New Year holidays
- Annual paid leave
- Special leave for family events
About the Company
- Mantra Inc. is a global AI startup dedicated to eliminating “language barriers” in the entertainment industry, guided by our mission to “deliver manga in the world’s languages.”
- We envision a future where people everywhere can enjoy the latest manga, anime, and games simultaneously, and engage in conversations that transcend national borders and cultural differences.
- We believe that the “respect for other cultures” born from a love for these works and interactions among fans will eventually foster mutual understanding around the world.
- Envisioning such a peaceful and joyful future, we are dedicated to researching AI technology, translating manga, and developing language learning services.
- Langaku has transformed the way many users think about English learning.
- With the full cooperation of publishers including Shueisha, we offer nationally popular manga as learning materials.
- We’re creating a new learning experience that dispels the notion that “studying equals suffering”—one where you naturally build your English skills while immersing yourself in the stories you love.
- Langaku is currently in a growth phase, and to advance to the next stage as a product, we need to strengthen our design organization.
