Ryoma Takahashi
Garland,TX
Summary
Results driven engineering and program management professional with extensive experience leading cross functional automotive technology initiatives in fast paced global environments. Proven ability to manage complex projects, coordinate stakeholders across North America and Japan, and drive issue resolution from development through production readiness. Strong background in systems integration, risk prioritization, process improvement, and operational execution within large scale vehicle programs. Recognized for bridging technical engineering expertise with project management, stakeholder communication, and strategic decision making to deliver high quality, production ready solutions. Experienced in managing certification activities, tracking program milestones, aligning global teams, and driving continuous improvement across multiple concurrent projects.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Shot Tea Boba Bar
11.2023 - Current
- Managed day to day business operations for a high volume beverage and hospitality establishment, overseeing staffing, scheduling, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
- Directed budgeting, financial planning, and cost control strategies to optimize profitability while maintaining quality service and inventory management.
- Led hiring, training, and management of employees, fostering team accountability, performance improvement, and strong customer service standards.
- Developed and executed marketing and promotional strategies through social media, local partnerships, and customer engagement initiatives to increase brand awareness and sales.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, inventory purchasing, and supply chain coordination to ensure smooth business operations and cost efficiency.
- Managed aspects of commercial real estate operations including lease coordination, facility maintenance, acquiring licenses, and operational compliance.
- Analyzed sales trends, customer feedback, and operational metrics to support data driven business decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Built hands on experience in entrepreneurship, leadership, project coordination, and business development within a fast-paced service environment.
Product Lead
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA)
01.2024 - Current
- Lead global coordination and tracking of system level issues across product owners, enabling streamlined visibility into project health and risk areas.
- Consolidate and analyze cross functional issue sources to eliminate duplication and prioritize engineering focus.
- Build structured reporting for leadership, translating complex technical data into clear business insights and risk visibility
- Improve cross regional collaboration between Japan and the United States
- Drove product development lifecycle from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with customer needs.
Product Owner
DENSO TEN America
2023 - 2025
- Owned end to end certification strategy for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compliance.
- Designed and built full in car simulation bench for validation and certification readiness.
- Collaborated directly with Apple to test beta OS releases and proactively identify compatibility risks prior to public rollout.
- Led system ownership of connectivity domain including Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto integration for production infotainment programs.
- Reduced open issue backlog from 55 to 0 through structured tracking, cross functional collaboration, and proactive risk management.
- Managed defect lifecycle including validation testing, log analysis, Jira tracking, and release planning alignment.
- Coordinated with global engineering teams to implement fixes aligned with production milestones.
Product Owner
Toyota Motors North America
2023 - 01.2024
- Owned North America User Profile domain, managing in market issues and coordinating resolutions across server teams, suppliers, and internal engineering groups.
- Performed system level root cause analysis and ensured rapid issue triage to maintain field stability.
- Collaborated with global teams to determine regional vs global defects and align countermeasure strategies.
Resident Engineer /Product Owner
Hagiwara America
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Integrated remote debugging features and supported multimedia head unit system validation.
- Conducted log analysis and root cause investigation, creating actionable defect reports and coordinating global fixes.
- Supported full vehicle development lifecycle from prototype validation through mass production launch.
- Conducted regular system performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
Digital Key Project Intern
Toyota Motor North America
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supported early development activities for Toyota Digital Key, contributing to technical documentation, stakeholder presentations, and cross functional coordination efforts.
- Gained exposure to secure vehicle connectivity architecture and enterprise scale development workflows.
Product Owner, Connectivity Systems (Bluetooth / CarPlay / Android Auto)
DENSO TEN America
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Led system ownership of connectivity domain including Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto integration for production infotainment programs.
- Reduced open issue backlog from 55 to 0 through structured tracking, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive risk management.
- Managed defect lifecycle including validation testing, log analysis, Jira tracking, and release planning alignment.
- Coordinated with global engineering teams to implement fixes aligned with production milestones.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX01-2021
Skills
- Systems Integration & Validation
- Automotive Infotainment Platforms
- Bluetooth / Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
- Head Unit (HU) Log Analysis
- Root Cause Investigation
- Certification Management (Apple & Google)
- Bench Simulation Environment Setup
- Jira Issue Tracking
- Cross-Regional Engineering Collaboration
- Technical Leadership
- Global Stakeholder Coordination
- Production Readiness & Quality Stabilization
- Program Execution & Risk Management
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Strategic Problem Solving
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
Golf
Fishing
Surfing
Travel
Timeline
Product Lead
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA)
01.2024 - Current
Owner/Operator
Shot Tea Boba Bar
11.2023 - Current
Product Owner, Connectivity Systems (Bluetooth / CarPlay / Android Auto)
DENSO TEN America
01.2023 - 01.2023
Resident Engineer /Product Owner
Hagiwara America
01.2021 - 01.2023
Digital Key Project Intern
Toyota Motor North America
01.2018 - 01.2020
Product Owner
DENSO TEN America
2023 - 2025
Product Owner
Toyota Motors North America
2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Texas At Dallas