2 - 3 weeks process, conducted in english & japanese, they will ask about your background, language skills, and your fit with the job. I think they choose people based on fit with the team.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about your past experiences related to the team management, especially on how you interact with engineers
I applied online. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Rakuten in Jan 2025
Interview
You will be interviewed directly by the hiring manager. Very by the book when it comes to processes. They will ask you how to approach a certain task in their methodology.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe the Agile methodology by performing [this] task
Most interviews for product manager roles expect very rigid, STAR type interview formats. (one round)
More senior level role interviews can be multiple rounds, and begin less formal (focus on culture fit).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me a time you disagreed with you manager, regarding roadmap priorities