JOB ID 28214

Homologation

  • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
  • Aftersales, Regulation&Homologation
  • Tokyo
  • ¥9,000,000~¥15,000,000

A Japanese deep tech startup founded in April 2024. Specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for large trucks, it aims to solve challenges faced by Japan's logistics industry, such as driver shortages, aging populations, and increasing logistics demand. Focusing on trunk line transportation using expressways, it promotes improved transport safety, operational efficiency, and reduced logistics costs through advanced AI-powered autonomous driving technologies. Through collaboration with automakers and logistics companies, it is working on the practical use of autonomous trucks and the construction of next-generation logistics infrastructure.

A Japanese deep-tech startup established in April 2024, specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for heavy-duty trucks. The company aims to transform Japan’s logistics industry by addressing challenges such as driver shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing freight transportation demand. Focusing on autonomous highway transportation, it develops advanced AI-powered technologies designed to improve transportation safety, operational efficiency, and logistics sustainability. Through collaboration with automotive manufacturers and logistics companies, the company is working toward the commercialization of autonomous trucking solutions and the development of next-generation automated freight transportation infrastructure in Japan.

In this position, you will oversee our compliance with laws and regulations, collaborate with OEMs, competent authorities and review agencies, and internal departments to promote certification acquisition and regulatory compliance. In addition, you will be responsible for establishing and improving related internal systems and business processes.
It is important to understand the technical content of vehicles and systems, collaborate with specialized departments to organize necessary grounds, and explain clearly to external stakeholders.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    - Organize regulatory requirements related to autonomous vehicles and systems, and promote the formulation and implementation of certification plans.
    - Research Japanese vehicle-related laws, safety standards, UN regulations, etc., and deploy them internally as necessary requirements for development and evaluation.
    - Collaborate with OEM, development, and quality departments to organize, coordinate, and resolve technical issues related to regulatory compliance and certification.
    - Coordinate prior consultations with competent authorities such as the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and review agencies, handle applications and reviews, and respond to pointed outs.
    - Understand technical measures, operational, and management systems, organize and prepare necessary materials and grounds for certification, and explain clearly to stakeholders.
    - Collaborate with relevant departments to promote regulatory compliance with cybersecurity and software updates (such as UN R155/UN R156) and the development and improvement of related internal processes.
    - Manage documents and records related to authentication, improve regulatory compliance processes, and promote information sharing and education to relevant departments.
  • Requirements
    - Practical experience in the automotive industry related to the development, quality, or regulatory and certification issues of vehicles, auto parts, and in-vehicle systems.
    - Experience in technical consultation and coordination with OEMs, competent authorities, or inspection agencies.
    - Individuals who understand the technical content of vehicles and in-vehicle systems, organize the validity of requirements and measures, and contribute to document preparation and explanation.
    - Experience organizing issues and priorities in projects involving multiple departments and external stakeholders, and proactively driving them from consensus building to execution.
    - Individuals who can clearly explain technical issues in Japanese and lead the preparation of external consultations and certification-related documents.
    - Individuals who can read and understand English legal and technical documents and communicate necessary business matters.
  • Preferred
    - Experience in compliance with laws and regulations, certifications, or type approval for vehicles for the Japanese market.
    - Experience in certification and regulatory compliance related to vehicle cybersecurity and software updates, or in compliance with UN R155/UN R156.
    - Experience in building, operating, and auditing CSMS (Cybersecurity Management System)/SUMS (Software Update Management System).
    - Knowledge and development experience related to autonomous driving, ADAS, commercial vehicles, or heavy trucks.
    - Knowledge and practical experience in ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 24089, ISO 26262, or ISO 21448 (SOTIF).
    - Experience in establishing and improving business processes related to development, quality, and regulatory compliance, or leading project teams.
    - Ability

    to read and communicate technical materials in English or Chinese We are looking for
    - Individuals who understand each perspective of technology, regulations, and business, and can propose feasible policies and countermeasures.
    - Individuals who can explain specialized content in language that is easy to communicate and build trust with stakeholders from different perspectives.
    - Individuals who proactively learn new laws and technical fields, gather necessary information, and work on problem-solving.
    - Individuals who can appropriately handle technical and confidential information, and independently create, adjust, and improve documentation.
  • Location
    Tokyo
  • Work Style
    Remote working possible, Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥9,000,000~¥15,000,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Japanese company with global opportunities, Weekends and holidays off, Major corporation

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