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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.
Occupations
- SE(Web, open systems)
- Network and Infrastructure Engineer
- Web Producer
- SE (control, embedded systems)
- Product Engineer (hardware and software)
- Design Engineer / UI/UX Designer
- Program and Project Manager
- security
- Web/Application Engineer
- Information Systems/In-house SE
- data scientist
- EC Consultant Management
- Operation, maintenance and support
- Sales Engineer, Pre-Sales, FAE
Job Listings
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Test & Validation Team Leader|LiDAR Development at the Core of Autonomous Driving
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), QC・QA, Electrical & electronic control design
- Ibaraki
- ¥8,250,000~¥10,250,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role you will be responsible for leading a test and validation engineering team supporting advanced sensing and autonomous driving technologies. The role focuses on managing engineering teams, improving development processes, and ensuring high product quality through robust testing and validation practices. The successful candidate will lead team development, standardize engineering methodologies, and contribute to the successful launch of new automotive technologies. -
ADAS Technical Product Manager
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥8,000,000~¥11,000,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role, as an experienced R&D Lead in System Development and Architecture, you will drive complex system engineering initiatives, lead cross‑functional development teams, and act as a technical liaison between customers and internal engineering teams, leveraging your expertise in automotive system design and multi-disciplinary leadership. -
System Validation Test Lead Engineer
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥5,000,000~¥6,500,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role as a System Validation Engineer for Driver & Occupant Monitoring Systems, you will ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of next‑generation sensor-based automotive systems. You will develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, plans, and environments for camera- and radar-based functions, performing validation across multiple platforms and reporting results that support project success. The role involves technical collaboration with internal teams, cross-functional stakeholders, and OEM partners. -
Senior Project Manager
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥10,000,000~¥13,000,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role as a Project Manager in Automotive Development you will lead the full lifecycle of complex development programs. In this role, you will be responsible for operational and functional project execution, managing team performance, overseeing budgets and scope control, and ensuring delivery against key performance indicators. You will act as a primary point of contact with clients, coordinating progress reporting and resolving technical and programmatic challenges -
Technical Sales Engineer (Automotive Interior Electronics Products)
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Account Manager (B2B)
- Tokyo
- ¥8,500,000~¥10,500,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this position, you will be in charge of supporting technical sales activities related to automotive interior electronic systems. You will work closely with OEM customers and in-house development teams.
This position combines engineering knowledge with a sales support role, and you will contribute to the creation of new business opportunities and the expansion of existing programs by providing technical expertise in product proposal and development discussions.
In addition, you will be responsible for promoting the project in cooperation with the sales team and the customer's engineering department in the process from the initial product proposal stage to the launch of mass production. -
System Validation Technical Project Manager
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥6,800,000~¥9,800,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role you will join a Computer Vision engineering team responsible for advanced automated parking systems and next-generation ADAS technologies.
You will focus on leading system validation activities for complex autonomous driving systems, overseeing the full verification and validation (V&V) lifecycle. The successful candidate will drive validation strategies across simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and vehicle testing environments.
This position requires both technical leadership and project management responsibility, ensuring project delivery aligned with QCT targets (Quality, Cost, and Time) while coordinating closely with global development teams. -
System Validation Engineer Leader
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, QC・QA, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥6,500,000~¥8,500,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role you will be responsible for leading system validation activities for advanced in-cabin sensing technologies, including camera and radar systems used in driver monitoring and occupant monitoring applications.
You will lead a system validation sub-project, ensuring that testing activities meet Quality, Cost, and Timing (QCT) targets. The role includes technical leadership in verification and validation (V&V), coordination of cross-functional engineering teams, and communication with internal stakeholders and customers. -
Development Project Manager for Electric Power Train Systems
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
- IT, Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥6,500,000~¥14,300,000
In the automotive parts industry, it is one of the largest companies in Japan in the thermal systems, mobility systems, power train systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems businesses.
We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].
You will be involved as a leader in managing and leading the development project of electric power train systems (mainly motor control). -
Network Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Network, Infrastructure engineer
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,800,000~¥8,500,000
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.
This position is responsible for the design, construction, and operation of network infrastructure at domestic bases (factories, warehouses, and offices). We will be responsible for supporting the entire IT infrastructure and ensuring the stable operation of the network, and promote the provision of IT services based on global standards. -
IT/OT Infrastructure Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Network, Infrastructure engineer
- Saitama
- ¥5,800,000~¥8,500,000
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.
This position is in charge of building and managing IT/OT infrastructure at domestic bases (factories, warehouses, and offices). We contribute to improving the quality of IT services throughout the organization while promoting stable operation of IT infrastructure based on global standards, ensuring security and compliance, and optimizing infrastructure. -
Automotive Sales Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, FAE
- Aichi
- ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000
The company is a subsidiary of a global leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. It specializes in connectors, interconnect systems, and other electronic components used across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. The focus is on providing high-quality products and advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of the local market. Committed to sustainability, the company prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. Known for its technical expertise, strong local presence, and collaborative approach, the company works closely with customers to drive product innovation and Committed to sustainability, the company priorizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes.
This role is responsible for driving sales growth of connector and interconnect solutions with automotive OEMs and Tier suppliers. The position focuses on developing sales strategies, building strong customer relationships, and coordinating with global business units to expand business opportunities while ensuring stable supply and production continuity. -
Sales Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, FAE
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000
The company is a subsidiary of a global leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. It specializes in connectors, interconnect systems, and other electronic components used across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. The focus is on providing high-quality products and advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of the local market. Committed to sustainability, the company prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. Known for its technical expertise, strong local presence, and collaborative approach, the company works closely with customers to drive product innovation and Committed to sustainability, the company priorizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes.
This role supports business development and sales growth for key customers in markets such as semiconductor manufacturing equipment, industrial robotics, factory automation devices, datacom/ telecom, and consumer products. The position works closely with product development teams and customers to expand business opportunities, strengthen relationships, and contribute to overall team growth.
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