Tomoya Kitayama

Tomoya Kitayama has a strong work experience in the tech industry. Tomoya started their career at Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. in 2006, where they worked as a Technical Developer Support Engineer for 9 years. In this role, they provided technical support and improved game development SDK features based on developer feedback from multiple regions. Tomoya also played a key role in the planning of technical requirements and QA strategies for publishing games on the PlayStation platform, leading to a smooth launch of PS4 worldwide without any title QA or publishing delays.

In 2015, Tomoya joined AlpacaJapan Co., Ltd. as the Head of R&D. Tomoya later took on the position of Chief Product Officer and became a Board Member. Tomoya has been highly involved in the company's product development and strategic decision-making. Recently, in 2022, they also joined Alpaca as the Director of Product and Engineering, where they oversee product development and engineering activities.

Overall, Tomoya Kitayama has a diverse background in technical support, product management, and leadership roles, making him well-suited for roles in the tech industry.

Tomoya Kitayama completed their Bachelor's degree in Environmental Information from Keio University from 2000 to 2004. Afterward, they pursued a Master's degree in Bioinformatics from Keio University from 2004 to 2006, earning a Master of Media and Governance [M.M.G.] degree.