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June 19, 2025

Inside the FIDO Alliance Meetup: 100+ Experts, 50+ Orgs, and Mercari on the Panel, Rooparsh

Event Name: FIDO Alliance India Working Group (FIWG) Member Meetup and Workshop Attendee: Over 100 participants representing 50+ organizations, hosted at the Google Ananta office in Bengaluru. On Friday, 6 June 2025, I had the privilege of attending the FIDO India Working Group (FIWG) meetup as a panelist representing Mercari. The event brought together pioneers, thought leaders, and technologists to discuss the progress and future of FIDO-based authentication. Hosted at the Google Ananta office, the event wasn’t just an exchange of technical insights but also a collaborative space to ideate a passwordless future. The discussions centered around the challenges of traditional authentication mechanisms involving passwords and OTPs and how FIDO’s innovative framework can streamline authentication while bolstering security. The event saw impressive contributions from companies like Google, Zoho, Times Internet, Mastercard, and VinCSS, further showcasing how FIDO standards are being applied to a wide array of industries, including IoT.With over 100 participants from 50+ organizations, the energy was palpable, enhanced by Google’s cutting-edge venue and delightful food.   Key Takeaways: Transitioning to Passkeys: Times Internet shared their hands-on journey of migrating from passwords to passkeys, highlighting technical obstacles as well as their solutions to make user adoption seamless. Hearing about their significant improvements in both user experience and security was an important learning experience for all. Zoho’s Impactful Solutions: Zoho presented their FIDO-compliant solutions, which are aiding numerous IT companies in enhancing authentication experiences. Their insights showcased how FIDO standards can deliver both security and usability in enterprise settings. Mastercard & RBI Collaboration: Mastercard unveiled their ambitious plans to roll out passkey authentication solutions in partnership with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The room was buzzing with excitement over how these upcoming changes could transform authentication systems in India, particularly in the financial sector. IoT with Passkeys (VinCSS): A standout… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/uncategorized/inside-the-fido-alliance-meetup-100-experts-50-orgs-and-mercari-on-the-panel-rooparsh/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Inside the FIDO Alliance Meetup: 100+ Experts, 50+ Orgs, and Mercari on the Panel, Rooparsh</span></a>

June 17, 2025

Building Bridges: Introducing Our GOP team!

Welcome to our hiring series- Building Bridges. At Mercari we pride ourselves on building a talented and dynamic team. In this series, you’ll get to know the faces behind the teams that run our organisation. Let’s dive in and get to know them better with the team. Meet Taichi NAKASHIMA Taichi joined Mercari Japan in 2017 as an SRE. At that time, the organization was growing rapidly, which led to a slowdown in development speed. To address this, the team decided to migrate Mercari’s monolithic architecture running on an on-premise environment to a microservices architecture on the cloud. Taichi formed a platform engineering team to build a cloud-native platform that would make it easier for developers to run these microservices. Over time, he served as Technical Lead, Engineering Manager, and Director, driving the growth of the platform that now supports various businesses within Mercari. In 2024, he became the VP of Cross-Border Engineering and began leading efforts to build a global foundation that enables Mercari to expand its business internationally. Mercari India: As you lay the foundation for this new team, what are the key qualities or mindsets you’re looking for in engineers who will drive both localization and scalability for diverse global markets? Taichi: Our engineering team defines a set of Tenets that guide each member in making decisions, and one of these is “Design for Two.” This principle ensures that every system is designed to support at least two countries or regions from the start. If a system is built on this foundation, it becomes much easier to expand to a third or fourth market — for example, if it already supports two languages, adding another is much simpler. Engineers who join this team must have the capability and foresight to design systems with future flexibility in mind.… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/careers/building-bridges-introducing-our-gop-team/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Building Bridges: Introducing Our GOP team!</span></a>

May 28, 2025

Inside the manager’s mind : Manjunath Sagar

Welcome to inside the manager’s mind — a space where leadership meets reality. Explore the highs, lows, and everyday decisions that shape teams and drive success. From strategic thinking to people management, this blog offers raw insights and practical wisdom for those leading or aspiring to lead. In this feature we’d like you to meet Sagar! Sagar : At Mercari India, rapid expansion is more than just scaling numbers—it’s about intentional leadership that fosters clarity, unlocks potential, and nurtures an empowered culture. For me, effective management isn’t just about driving performance; it’s about guiding with steadiness, leading with empathy, and creating a foundation of trust. As we continue to grow, I find myself leaning on a set of principles—some expected, some unconventional—that have shaped the way I support my team. Whether it’s welcoming new talent, refining HR initiatives, or championing individual growth, these values remain at the core of how I lead. 1. Anchor in Calm Amidst Chaos Change fuels innovation, but it also brings uncertainty. In high-growth environments, teams don’t just look to their leaders for solutions—they look for steadiness. My guiding principle: My calm creates their safety; my clarity gives them direction. What I do: Every one-on-one starts the same way—with a genuine “How are you doing?” before diving into work. This small act of care fosters trust and sets the tone for a culture of support. 2. Empower Through Context, Not Control Momentum thrives when people feel empowered, not micromanaged. Providing context allows teams to move with confidence and make decisions independently. What I do: During onboarding and team syncs, I take extra time to explain the reasoning behind our goals—not just what we’re doing, but why it matters. The result? A team that thinks critically, acts decisively, and continuously grows. 3. Normalize “I Don’t Know” Leadership… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/mercari-india/inside-the-managers-mind-manjunath-sagar/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Inside the manager’s mind : Manjunath Sagar</span></a>

October 22, 2024

Sparking Innovation & Collaboration: Inside Mercari India Hackathon 2.0

At Mercari, we’re driven by a spirit of innovation, an eagerness to build solutions that redefine landscapes, and our value of going bold. It is this culture and spirit that has helped us design a product and platform that is a market leader and growing consistently. Never is this spirit and culture more visible than during our annual hackathon. The first iteration of this hackathon happened with great success last year, and therefore, when I got the opportunity to be on the organizing team for Hackathon 2.0, I was beyond excited! It was, of course, going to be bigger than ever! The hackathon was evolving into a global Mercari construct where winners from different geographies would come together and compete for the ultimate recognition at the finale in our Japan HQ. But first, why even do a hackathon? We do it because it creates a unique space for employees to think outside the box and challenge themselves. In a structured work environment, it’s easy to get engrossed in daily responsibilities and deadlines. A hackathon allows us to hit the pause button on these routines and encourages team members to brainstorm solutions that might not typically emerge. This not only sparks innovation but also cultivates a sense of ownership and pride in one’s ideas. Building the Construct Step 1 of the process was putting together a dream team that would help us put an event of this magnitude together. For this, we searched across experience levels, job roles and domains to put together a diverse team. This was critical so that we could bring in different kinds of perspectives and cover all aspects that would go into making this event successful. The team – Rafael Marcos da Silva, Priyanka Sharma, Gaurav Bansal, Sanu Satyadarshi, Samkit Jain, Yogesh Gophane, Adarsh Gupta, Noush… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/mercari-india-hackathon-2024/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Sparking Innovation & Collaboration: Inside Mercari India Hackathon 2.0</span></a>

February 29, 2024

Event Report: Round Table Conference on GenAI

We hosted a round table conference on generative AI at Mercari India on February 23rd in association with The Fifth Elephant community. The event was aimed to get the insights from some of the great minds working in the space and also share and popularize the initiatives that Mercari is working on in the field of Generative AI. Participants We were joined by over 20 participants, including CxO’s of multiple startups, Heads of Generative AI verticals, and renowned industry experts that made the event a huge success. Mercari’s participation was represented by Yuki ISHIKAWA and Vish Magapu along with Sharma RAJESH and Vaibhav Khurana Highlights from the Conference If you are interested in learning about Mercari’s efforts in Generative AI, please visit this page / Mercari AI Also, be sure to follow Mercari India’s social media accounts!

August 10, 2023

New Beginnings: Mercari India’s New Office

Hi, I’m Priyanka Sharma, Talent Administrator of Mercari India. Excitement and enthusiasm filled the air as Mercari India embarked on a new chapter in its journey. 💐In conjunction with the first anniversary, Mercari India proudly announced its move to a new office space. Brimming with a mix of excitement and anticipation for the possibilities that lie ahead, the Mercari India team moved into the stunning new office on 17th July 2023. On the very first day in the new office, the atmosphere was buzzing 🎊 The new workspace reflects Mercari’s culture, brand and values in every nook and corner while being a place that inspires employees. It is a testament to Mercari’s investment in India and I am sure it also fills the employees with a sense of pride and excitement as they forge ahead, live our values, and build wonderful products and solutions! Here’s a closer look at the new office: The new Mercari India workspace is spacious, bright, and full of energy and light! The Office Launch Celebration 🎉 An exciting new office space deserved an exciting launch party! To celebrate the inauguration of the new office, Mercari India organized a cake-cutting ceremony where our beloved Chief Technology Officer – Ken Wakasa san declared the new space open and dedicated it to the India team. It was a joyous moment indeed! To take the celebration to the next level and ensure that our new space is a true blend of work and fun, Ken Wakasa-san surprised the team with a brand-new PlayStation 5 console! Laughter and smiles lit up the room as employees celebrated this thoughtful gesture and got ready for that next Mortal Kombat match-up! With state-of-the-art amenities, thoughtful design, and plenty of positivity, this new office space promises to elevate the work experience for all Mercari… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/blog/new-beginnings-mercari-indias-new-office/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">New Beginnings: Mercari India’s New Office</span></a>

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July 18, 2023

Mercari India – Software Engineer Intern Experience

Hi, My name is Thari Zephaniah. I had the incredible opportunity to be one of the first Software Engineer Interns hired by Mercari India. In this post, I will be taking you through my entire journey, starting from the initial interview process all the way to receiving a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO). Motivation To tell you a little bit about the company, Mercari is an e-Commerce company where users can buy and sell products. Since my sophomore year, I’ve been keen on Mercari. It has grown into Japan’s largest community-powered marketplace, with more than 250 billion yen GMV in the 3Q of 2023. It quickly became an aspirational company due to the positive feedback and highly commendable experiences shared by my seniors who Interned at Mercari, Japan. Internship Application One usual day in November, while engrossed in my routine LinkedIn browsing, I stumbled across an announcement from Mercari India: They were hiring Software Engineer Interns. A surge of excitement washed over me. This was it – the moment I had been eagerly waiting for! Taking into account my previous application experience with Mercari Japan, where I was, unfortunately, unable to progress beyond the second round, I was determined to present the best version of myself this time, I got my resume reviewed by one of my seniors to enhance my chances. Equipped with their constructive feedback, I was ready to put my best foot forward.  I approached the application process via a referral, confident of the personal touch it would echo in my candidature. This whole process began in November, and patience became my close companion as the process took somewhat longer than anticipated. This delay was because of the fact that the HR setup wasn’t still consolidated in India during the internship opening, leaving the Japan team to manage the… <a class="more-link" href="https://about.in.mercari.com/news/blog/mercari-india-software-engineer-intern-experience/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Mercari India – Software Engineer Intern Experience</span></a>

June 30, 2023

Congratulations Anandha Natarajhan S P on completing one fantastic year with us!

Congratulations Anandha Natarajhan S P on completing one fantastic year with us.   A year ago, only Mercari Japan members were in the Indian office.We celebrated Anandh’s first day with Junichi and Rupesh, who were in India on business at the time. We were pleased to see the Mercari logo on our office door! Your dedication and contributions have been exceptional and have always inspired our team to reach new heights! We appreciate you and look forward to many more years of working together, Congratulations!! #MercariIndia #EmployeeAnniversary #TeamSuccess This blog is the original post of our Linkedin. Let’s Follow Mercari India’s Linkedin!!

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June 22, 2023

Happy International Yoga Day!

Happy International Yoga Day! 🧘‍♂️ 🎉 On 21st June, we celebrate the profound practice that unites mind, body, and soul – Yoga! We took a break from your busy schedule and indulged in some self-care with an engaging Yoga event. We promote and practice mindful living centred on physical and mental health. Let’s embrace this beautiful gift and share its transformative power with everyone around us. Together, we can create a healthier, happier, and more harmonious world! This blog is the original post of our Linkedin. Let’s Follow Mercari India’s Linkedin!!

May 9, 2023

Off-site in May

At Mercari, we had an offsite on 3rd May.We enjoyed bowling, laser shooting games, and other team-bonding activities 🤝 After team activities, we went to Roxie to have dinner together. Off-site allows for more significant interaction with members of the team who are generally not on the same team. You may even discover a new side to your team members when you take a break from work.The Mercari office is increasing, but we value the interaction between team members. We welcomed new young members this month, and the office became even more lively! 😎 Where do you think is the best place to go on a team off-site? Tell me in the comments! #MercariIndia #Offsite This blog is the original post of our Linkedin. Let’s Follow Mercari India’s Linkedin!!

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April 27, 2023

TnS Collaboration Week in April

Exciting news! In April, Mercari India hosted their TnS Collaboration Week, welcoming members from Mercari Japan, including CTO Ken Wakasa himself, to Bangalore💪🏼And Kazushi Osari, the COO of Marketplace, visited Bangalore together. Tns Team Members Takaaki SHINOHARA, Keisuke Tanaka, Mahfuz Alam, and Keisuke Umezawa visited the Mercari India office for the first time. And a warm welcome back, Kenta Shimada! 👏🏼 It’s great to see companies coming together to collaborate and share ideas. Here’s to more fruitful partnerships in the future! 💪🏼 #team#collaboration#Mercari#MercariIndia This blog is the original post of our Linkedin. Let’s Follow Mercari India’s Linkedin!!