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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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Product Manager
- Logistics & Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse, Others
- IT, Product manager (Web/Application)
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000
We are a logistics tech startup company that operates a matching platform business connecting shippers and carriers and a SaaS business supporting operational DX for shippers.
In the over 14 trillion yen logistics industry, we will transform Japan's logistics by combining our brand, nationwide sales network, and the structure and products of our office business. We will transform logistics in Japan by combining our brand and nationwide sales network with the structure and products of our office business in the over 14 trillion yen logistics industry. The company's business growth is directly linked to future social issues, and it is an area that is attracting a great deal of attention from investors and client companies.
Japan's logistics industry, which has high standards even by global standards, is now at a crossroads.
Until now, the quality of Japan's logistics has been supported by the efforts of each and every person working on site.
However, we are approaching a future in which we will no longer be able to receive the quality of logistics services that we have taken for granted because fewer people will be working and they will be working fewer hours.
At our company, we are trying to create a world where the high quality of logistics can be sustained and improved by transforming the current situation, which is supported by the efforts of people, through the power of technology and mechanisms.
One of the attractions of this position is that the resolution of issues faced by the companies we meet in the sales arena is directly related to the resolution of logistics issues in Japan, and we are able to work on solving social issues through our work.
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Software Development Engineer (Control Systems)
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Tokyo
- ¥5,500,000~¥7,000,000
Founded in the mid-1980s, the company specializes in developing high-performance electronic components, including power semiconductors, integrated circuits, and sensors. It serves industries such as automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment, providing reliable, energy-efficient solutions. The company has built a strong reputation for innovation and quality, expanding its global presence over the years. Its products play a vital role in powering systems across various sectors, from automotive electronics to smart devices. By continually investing in research and development, the company remains a key player in the evolving semiconductor industry.
You will work on projects matching your skills, ranging from customer negotiations and requirements definition to software development and project management. Your tasks will include upstream processes like proposals and basic design, as well as software development, verification, and testing. For in-house software development projects, you will handle everything from development to testing at the factory or customer site. For projects with major equipment manufacturers, you'll be involved in customer proposals, requirements definition, and testing, with some work done on- site. Software development is primarily in-house, with final evaluations conducted on actual equipment at the customer's location. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor industry. -
Software Development Engineer (System Development)
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), SE(Web, OPEN), SE(General purpose)
- Tokyo
- ¥5,500,000~¥7,000,000
Founded in the mid-1980s, the company specializes in developing high-performance electronic components, including power semiconductors, integrated circuits, and sensors. It serves industries such as automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment, providing reliable, energy-efficient solutions. The company has built a strong reputation for innovation and quality, expanding its global presence over the years. Its products play a vital role in powering systems across various sectors, from automotive electronics to smart devices. By continually investing in research and development, the company remains a key player in the evolving semiconductor industry.
You will develop cutting-edge web applications that control semiconductor manufacturing equipment, working with a simulator to replace the actual equipment. Your responsibilities will include basic and detailed design, programming, evaluation, and testing, tailored to your experience level. While most development will be done in-house, there may be occasions where you'll work on-site at the customer's location, depending on project requirements. You will collaborate with a small team, typically 1 to 3 people, to ensure successful project execution. This role offers the opportunity to work in a growing industry with a This role offers the opportunity to work in a growing industry with a retention rate of over 95%, contributing to the advancement of semiconductor and liquid crystal technologies used in everyday electronics. -
Design Application Engineer
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥6,500,000~¥11,000,000
The company is headquartered in Germany and is the only company in the world that is able to realize model-based development exclusively with its own products, which is undergoing a rapid expansion, especially in the automotive industry.
In projects, we perform engineering work on our software products in the areas of automatic production code generation, AUTOSAR, and software-in-the-loop simulation, including virtualized control units. We are also responsible for providing a variety of engineering services including customer training and customer support. -
Implementation Consulting/Project Management (Data Analysis Business Solution Delivery)
- Manufacturer, Micromobility
- IT, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000
A Singapore-based startup and mobility-related technology company that specifically provides on-demand shared-ride transportation solutions.
The company utilizes proprietary routing algorithms to achieve efficient route optimization and fleet management, thereby helping to reduce commuting and transportation costs. The company's main focus is on services for enterprises, and it supports a wide range of applications such as employee transportation and logistics optimization.
The company provides carpooling transportation applications and delivery route optimization systems for logistics in seven countries using its world-record holding routing algorithm. The company has been funded by prominent Japanese business companies and VCs, and was selected as one of Forbes Asia's 100 Companies to Watch.
Solution Delivery is a professional service that provides solutions based on the company's technology and products, and is responsible for the study and implementation of solutions to client issues under the slogan "Make things happen.
We will work with the business development sales team from the pre-contract sales phase to determine how to solve the client's issues, and after the contract is signed, we will accompany the client through the actual delivery of the solution and stable operation of the service.
This time, we are looking for a member who will be mainly responsible for building and implementing a data integration platform especially for the transportation industry.
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Associate Application Engineer
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
- Tokyo
- ¥3,300,000~¥6,400,000
This company, headquartered in Germany, is the only company in the world capable of model-based development using only its own products, which is undergoing a period of rapid expansion, particularly in the automotive industry.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building state-of-the-art software and hardware environments to support the development and validation of electronic control units (ECUs) for automotive, off-highway, aerospace, and other industrial applications. As part of a global team, you will work closely with development engineers at our German headquarters to innovate our customers' ECU development and validation environments using our products and drive customer innovation through technology. -
FPGA Design Application Engineer
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
- Tokyo
- ¥4,600,000~¥11,000,000
This company, headquartered in Germany, is the only company in the world capable of model-based development using only its own products, which is undergoing a period of rapid expansion, particularly in the automotive industry.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building state-of-the-art software and hardware environments to support the development and validation of electronic control units (ECUs) for automotive, off-highway, aerospace, and other industrial applications. As part of a global team, you will work closely with development engineers at our German headquarters to innovate our customers' ECU development and validation environments using our products and drive customer innovation through technology. -
HIL Hardware Application Engineer
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
- Tokyo
- ¥4,600,000~¥11,000,000
This company, headquartered in Germany, is the only company in the world that can achieve model-based development using only its own products, which is undergoing a rapid expansion, especially in the automotive industry.
As a hardware technology consultant for ECU development support tools, we build model-based development environments mainly for automobile manufacturers and support real-time simulations simulating actual machines using HIL simulators. -
MaaS Service Operations Manager
- Financial Services
- IT, Program・Project Management
- Aichi
- ¥6,600,000~¥10,800,000
This Japanese company is a leading provider in the Japanese financial services industry, offering a wide range of financial products to its customers and dealers, including auto loans, leasing, and insurance. Playing a key role through customized financing solutions to support auto sales and improve customer mobility, the company operates in more than 40 countries and territories, and its finance business continues to grow globally as sales volumes increase. With a focus on innovation and reliability, the company is transforming itself into a mobility services company and is actively pursuing new business ventures to strengthen its brand and contribute to the growth of the automotive industry.
This company in Japan is a leading financial services provider in Japan offering a range of products including automobile loans, leases, and insurance, to customers and dealers. The company plays a pivotal role in supporting automotive sales and enhancing customer mobility with tailored financing solutions. Operating in over 40 countries and regions, the company's financial business continues to expand as sales volumes grow globally. Committed to innovation and reliability, the company is also transforming into a mobility service company, actively pursuing new business Committed to innovation and reliability, the company is also transforming into a mobility service company, actively pursuing new business ventures to further strengthen its brand and contribute to the growth of the automotive industry.
We are focusing on the domestic development of "my route", a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) application, with the aim of contributing to "freedom of movement for all" and "vibrant urban development". Through this service, we aim to enrich the mobility of users throughout Japan and, in the future, around the world. With the rapid growth of the service, including the introduction of MaaS applications throughout Kyushu, the number of users and stakeholders (transportation operators, local governments, automobile dealers, etc.) has increased, and the business domain is diversifying. Strengthening human resources to provide safe and secure services is now an urgent issue.
You will be responsible for a wide range of tasks related to app operations (customer success, contact center management, improvement and operation of back-office operations, legal support, etc.) and contribute to providing safe and secure services. Because of the wide variety of work areas and the fact that many of the tasks are new to us, you will play an important role in connecting external stakeholders (users and partners) with our internal team. In doing so, you will be required to have a high antennae for the industry.
As an Assistant Manager (with the possibility of promotion to Manager in the future), you will be responsible for the overall management of the service operation, as well as the management of two team members and outsourced contractors.
The company is focusing on the domestic expansion of our MaaS (Mobility as a Service) app, my route, contributing to "freedom of movement for everyone" and "creating vibrant cities" through the service. They aim to enrich the mobility of users across Japan and, eventually, the world. With the rapid growth of services such as the adoption of the Kyushu-wide MaaS app, the number of users and stakeholders ( With the rapid growth of services such as the adoption of the Kyushu-wide MaaS app, the number of users and stakeholders (transport operators, local governments, dealerships, etc.) is increasing, and the diversification of business areas is progressing. Strengthening human resources to provide safe and secure services is now an urgent priority.
You will be responsible for a broad range of operations related to app management (customer success, contact center management, back-office process Given the diverse nature of the work and the fact that many tasks are in areas that are new to the company, you will play a key role in connecting external stakeholders. Given the diverse nature of the work and the fact that many tasks are in areas that are new to the company, you will play a key role in connecting external stakeholders (users and partners) with internal teams, while maintaining a high level of industry awareness.
As an Assistant Manager (potentially a future Manager), you will be responsible for service operations, as well as managing a small team of 2 members and external contractors. -
Senior Engineer for IT Infrastructure
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- IT, Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Network, Infrastructure engineer
- 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 track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite 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.
In this role you will design, implement, and maintain the IT infrastructure necessary to support teams such as the satellite ground systems team. In this role you will design, implement, and maintain the IT infrastructure necessary to support teams such as the satellite ground systems team. -
Building a career in the automotive industry (C++ preferred! Major Automobile Manufacturer/Prime Project)
- IT, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo, Tochigi, Aichi
- ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000
The firm is very well-established in their country of origin with revenue of USD 5 million and globally working with more than 5,000 clients with more than 6,000 employees including 4,000 software engineers. The firm is very well-established in their country of origin with revenue of USD 500 million and globally working with more than 5,000 clients with more than 4,000 software engineers.
With over 20 years of successful partnerships including firms like Softbank and strengths in mobile and communications technologies, they are With over 20 years of successful partnerships including firms like Softbank and strengths in mobile and communications technologies, they are expanding into the next-generation in-vehicle mobility field where automotive manufacturers (OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers) are increasingly looking for innovative software development, especially in the areas of display, infotainment and audio solutions.
The firm has capabilities in embedded systems as well as upstream development and strength in integration between embedded development and UI and the US The office is capable of providing services including software development, testing, and offshore development.
Why don't you make the most of your experience and build a new career in the automotive industry?
Major complete vehicle manufacturers are not only developing software for next-generation in-vehicle information devices such as meters, HUDs, and IVI
, but also the hardware itself
will need to evolve even further.
Through our prime projects, you will be exposed to the latest in-vehicle system technologies, and you will be able to
feel the satisfaction of developing the next generation of complete vehicles and contributing to society, as well as improve your skills. -
Cyber Security Consultant
- IT, Cyber Security
- Kanagawa
- ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000
This company provides software and hardware solutions aimed at optimizing the development and testing of automotive systems. tools for embedded systems, simulation, and measurement to support advanced technologies in the automotive sector.
Provide high quality security related consultation support to customers in the embedded and automotive cyber security industries.
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