JOB ID 28049

Infotainment System Head Unit Design Engineer

  • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
  • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
  • Kanagawa
  • ¥5,810,000~¥7,560,000

This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

This position leads the development of head units for in-vehicle infotainment systems (IVI) that support the next-generation SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) era. Leveraging advanced technologies such as connected cars, IVI, Android/Linux platforms, OTAs, and in-vehicle electronic systems, you will contribute to realizing next-generation user experiences including navigation, smartphone connectivity, and cloud services. By collaborating with global development teams and Tier 1 suppliers, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks from system architecture design to project management, making this a highly influential position that shapes future mobility services.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    (1) Assigned Organization: Development Area, Business Overview, and Role Within R&D, Position
    To realize SDV (Software Defined Vehicle), we develop in-vehicle infotainment systems (IVI) centered on connected technologies that seamlessly connect vehicles, the cloud, and smartphones.
    In this position, you will be responsible for shaping service value from designing user experiences both inside and outside the vehicle to system implementation.
    We provide seamless value not only while driving but also before and after getting in, providing value in all situations unique to connected services. In addition, we globally develop traditional multimedia functions like navigation, audio, phone, and smartphone integration with manufacturer genuine quality.
    In these areas, we are looking for ready-to-use engineers who go beyond
    simple function development and can realize "what kind of value, with which technology, and at what timing" with stakeholders.

    (2) Specific responsibilities and expected roles
    and positions both inside and outside the department (1) Utilizing project management skills to develop large-scale projects involving hundreds of people, as well as expertise and technical skills in software and hardware (software/work) and hardware, you will collaborate with multiple stakeholders (internal departments and suppliers) to formulate development plans including policy and technology selection and promote them as projects.
    (2) You will be responsible for everything from architectural design of the entire vehicle system to verification, implementation, application, and launch of real-world vehicle projects.
    (3) Based on Linux/Android software platforms and scalable hardware platforms, you will lead requirements definition ~ detailed design while collaborating with Tier 1 suppliers.
    (4) In global development not only in Japan but also in North America, Europe, and China, you will collaborate with overseas engineers to lead development in both technical and project aspects.

    (3) Work environment and style (team composition, workplace atmosphere, characteristics)
    Engineers with diverse personalities and industry-leading technical skills, numerous engineers with different technical fields unique to vehicle development made up of numerous parts, and with global development bases, this workplace offers stimulation and learning opportunities for daily communication with overseas engineers. There are also many opportunities to use English, creating an environment where engineers can aim to become globally competent engineers
  • Requirements

    > (1) Experience
    in designing electronic components (2) Project
    management experience (3) Team leader experience
    (4) Communication skills

    to correctly understand and express your ideas in Japanese and English ■TOEIC: 550 points or higher
  • Preferred
    WANT
    Experience in the automotive industry
    Experience in the development of automotive electronic systems and components at an OEM or supplier.
    Example: Basic knowledge of automotive electrical systems (at least one of the following: vehicle networks, power supply control, vehicle system control, ECU design and development, etc.)

    ■TOEIC: 650 points or higher

    <Desired Candidate Profile>
    ・Energetic, proactive, and able to approach everything with a positive attitude.
    ・Possesses communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and drive projects forward.
    ・Persevering, eager to hone technical skills, and curious.
    ・Self-motivated, capable of proactively identifying challenges, integrating them into work processes, and proposing solutions.
  • Location
    Kanagawa
  • Work Style
    Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥5,810,000~¥7,560,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Listed company, Weekends and holidays off, Make use of languages, Major corporation, Management Position

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