IT jobs and career trends in the automotive industry

Industry Trends for IT Jobs

Acceleration of automated driving technology

While the Japanese market as a whole is facing a shortage of IT personnel, demand for IT-related positions is increasing every year due to advances in automated driving technology and connectivity.

Embedded software engineers: Involved in software development and algorithm design for automated driving systems, and increasingly being hired from outside the automotive industry.
Network and Infrastructure Engineers: Network design and development related to communication infrastructure and data transmission for automated vehicles is in high demand, especially for engineers with experience in the telecommunications industry.
Security-related: Knowledge in cyber security assessment and vulnerability countermeasures for automated vehicles, where human lives are at stake, is in high demand.

App Development and Cloud Services

With the advancement of connectivity, the development of in-vehicle systems, driver assistance applications, and other services provided through contact points with users is becoming more important, and mobile application development and cloud services are being utilized.

In-house training of IT personnel

The number of companies, including major Japanese companies, that have established internal training environments for IT personnel is gradually increasing against a backdrop of a shortage of IT personnel.

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  • Infrastructure Full-Stack Engineer |

    • IT, Telecommunications
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), Network, Infrastructure engineer, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000

    It is a start-up company in the field of location information AI and satellite security based on technology from the University of Tokyo.
    In addition to analyzing big data on human flow and predicting with AI, we are developing technology to keep location information radio waves sent from satellites such as GPS safe to help companies and government agencies solve problems.
    We have worked on many projects in Japan and abroad, and continue to grow as a rare tech company with strengths in spatial information science.



    We entrust the infrastructure construction, operation, and maintenance of our own services (location-based AI products).

    Details.

  • Product Management Staff (Americas & Latina Americas)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,000,000~¥12,000,000

    We are a Japan-based commercial vehicle manufacturer that develops, manufactures, and sells trucks, buses, and industrial engines. With production bases and sales networks in Japan and overseas, the company provides products to more than 170 countries and regions around the world, and is developing manufacturing that takes advantage of its global network.
    The company is also progressive in its approach to environmental responsiveness, actively promoting the development of electrification and environmental technologies, and was one of the first to introduce mass-produced light-duty electric trucks to the market. The high level of technology and quality that we have cultivated over the years is highly regarded both in Japan and overseas, and we have earned the trust of our business partners. Our corporate culture is characterized by diversity, with global human resources playing an active role.

    Details.

  • Track Lead (Hands-on + Bridge) – SAP S/4HANA AMS

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Consulting, IT Consultant
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥8,900,000

    It is a global supplier that was born in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. It has bases in 27 countries around the world and is active for about 80,000 people. The business domains are wide-ranging, including powertrain, chassis, ADAS and autonomous driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and we are demonstrating our strengths in the CASE domain. The company aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030 and is also undergoing large-scale production of motor inverters for EVs. The environment emphasizes diversity and flexible work styles, and supports employee growth and work-life balance.

    As a track lead for SAP S/4HANA's operations and maintenance (AMS), this position is responsible for bridging the gap between the Japanese business department and the offshore (mainly Indian) team, while leading the solution of L2/L3 level issues. While ensuring operational quality, governance, and compliance, we will promote stable operation and continuous improvement.

    Details.

  • Project Manager – Embedded ECU & Module Development

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,400,000

    Since its founding in 1948, it has continued to grow with the expansion of the automotive industry and the introduction of IoT in factories with device products and solution products.
    In the automotive industry, which is said to be a once-in-a-century period of change, demand for microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and electronic devices that combine solutions, which are the company's strengths, is expected to increase as vehicles become more and more functional, such as EVs and autonomous driving.
    Among them, the company has a special contract to sell automotive microcontrollers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles, in the Chubu area, and supports the automobile industry in the Tokai region.
    We will continue to take on the challenge of constantly pursuing new areas while supporting the period of change in the automotive society, and aim to grow as a global supplier in the advanced electronics field through our management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of the times.

    As the PM for the development of our own products (systems that detect objects and people using image recognition technology (including AI)), we will work with our partners to promote a series of development PJs from the design ~ development and manufacturing of high-reliability ECUs and modules. It is a rewarding job to realize safety and security with the products we have developed and to greatly improve social issues.
    ・Target market: Major construction machinery vehicle manufacturers, FA companies, etc.

    Details.

  • ADAS Customer Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥8,000,000~¥10,500,000

    Top Global Sales | As a foreign auto parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. This German company has long been rooted in Japan, and because it operates all over the world, it has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a turnover rate of 1%. In April 2024, a new R facility was completed, and we are working on the development of further advanced technologies.

    In the ADAS system development project for JOEM, I am in a position to manage the entire project as the main point of contact with the customer. Collaborate with global development teams to manage quality, cost, and timelines to ensure project success.

    Details.

  • Telematics Software Architect

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥10,000,000~¥14,000,000

    This global leader in connected technologies specializes in providing premium audio, visual, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. With a strong presence in Japan, the company develops advanced in-car audio systems, connected services, and infotainment solutions, often integrating AI and cloud-based technologies. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.

    This role is responsible for designing and guiding the software architecture for embedded automotive systems, ensuring integration, scalability, and The position involves cross-functional collaboration to define high-level design strategies, manage interfaces, and ensure system feasibility from the RFQ/RFI stage through development. interfaces, and ensure system feasibility from the RFQ/RFI stage through development.

    Details.

  • iOS Engineer -User App

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥12,000,000

    It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and transportation.
    In addition to developing a variety of services using its own apps and platforms, mainly taxi dispatch services, it
    is also one of only a dozen unicorn companies in Japan, and is co-creating new mobility services with various companies.

    You will be developing an iOS app for a taxi app.
    In addition to development that is closed to app products, there are also many development projects for the entire system, so many development projects, large and small, are running at the same time. In such a situation, rather than making what is told, we will understand the issues and needs of users and proceed with development while discussing to pursue a better experience.

    Details.

  • Satellite System Enginner|Satellite System Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), SE(General purpose), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000

    Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide.

    This position is responsible for defining CONOPS from mission requirements, designing and analyzing satellite systems, managing various budgets, and formulating and promoting verification plans. In collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, you will lead the development of satellite systems from procurement support to AIV (assembly, integration, and verification).

    Details.

  • Propulsion Systems Architect -Engines & Turbopumps

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥11,060,000

    A Japanese space transportation systems developer and provider of innovative space infrastructure technologies such as rockets and satellites.
    We contribute to the development of the space industry by developing world-class, highly reliable products using our cutting-edge design capabilities and spirit of challenge.
    We are a company that values a culture in which each employee thinks and acts independently and promotes a highly flexible work style.

    You will be mainly in charge of the design of propulsion systems (engines, turbopumps, propulsion systems, etc.).
    In cooperation with other personnel in charge of individual component design, you will lead the definition of requirements, architecture design, outfitting design, test planning and analysis of the entire system.
    In addition, using the combustion test equipment developed in-house, you will lead the system verification and coordinate the interface with other system personnel to realize the optimal propulsion system design for the entire rocket.

    Details.

  • Propulsion Systems Engineer – Pressurization & Feed

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,040,000~¥10,030,000

    A Japanese space transportation systems developer and provider of innovative space infrastructure technologies such as rockets and satellites.
    We contribute to the development of the space industry by developing world-class, highly reliable products using our cutting-edge design capabilities and spirit of challenge.
    We are a company that values a culture in which each employee thinks and acts independently and promotes a highly flexible work style.

    In the pressurized supply group, which designs liquid rocket propulsion systems and develops necessary equipment, you will be in charge of propulsion system design.

    Details.

  • Software Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000

    In the field of short-range mobility, it is a company that continues to grow with a unique business model that combines hardware and services.
    The introduction of transportation services using autonomous driving technology is steadily expanding both domestically and internationally, as they are being introduced to airports and large commercial facilities.
    In addition, we are also providing mobility that can be operated by individuals for tourist attractions and outdoor facilities, expanding the range of usage scenarios.
    In addition to online channels, we are also expanding our distribution network by strengthening partner collaboration.
    In recent years, the number of introductions in overseas markets has increased, increasing our global presence.
    It is attractive that we are promoting the construction of new mobility infrastructure while achieving continuous growth in both product and service axes.

    This is a software engineer position involved in the development of autonomous driving services. We will support the expansion of services together to provide new features and more advanced and stable autonomous driving services as a global leader.

    Details.

  • Internal Systems Development (Member/Manager)

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Internal SE, SE(Web, OPEN), SE(General purpose), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,100,000~¥9,800,000

    Since its establishment in 1948, the company has continued to grow with the expansion of the automotive industry and the shift to IoT in factories through its device and solution products.
    In the automotive industry's CASE, which is said to be undergoing a once-in-a-century transformation, demand for electronic devices that combine the company's strengths in microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and solutions is expected to increase as vehicles become more sophisticated, including EVs and automated driving.
    Among them, the company supports the automotive industry in the Tokai region with special sales rights in the Chubu area for in-vehicle microcomputers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles.
    We will continue to take on the challenge of constantly pursuing new areas while supporting the revolutionary changes in the automotive society, and we aim to grow as a global supplier in the field of advanced electronics with a management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of their time.

    You will be mainly in charge of systems (development, operation, maintenance, etc.) for internal users (development, operation, maintenance, etc.) and services.

    Details.

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