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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  • Development of Systems and Applications for Personal Agents

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Design engineer,UI/UX designer, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    An incredible opportunity to join a Mobility Tech Company to bring a new generation of vehicles to the market.
    The firm is seeking an experienced developer
    This role is for advanced-level professionals with expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs) and development experience. (
    The position is based in Tokyo but offers flexibility in terms of remote work and working hours.

    Details.

  • AD/ADAS Development - Research and Development Environment

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    We are a joint venture established by two major Japanese companies. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to build an R&D environment for automated driving and advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS). This role will focus on enhancing the systems and software engineering process through the development and optimization of the R&D environment.

    Details.

  • Automatic driving and driver assistance system development [Development of in-vehicle systems and vehicle driving evaluation].

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    This is an excellent opportunity for a JV between two major Japanese automakers to bring a new generation of vehicles to market.
    The company is looking for talented individuals to join its team developing AI models and software for behavior planning in autonomous driving and advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS).
    This role focuses on using AI to plan and execute vehicle behavior.

    Details.

  • Automatic driving and driver assistance system development [embedded software design and implementation].

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    It is a joint venture established by two major Japanese companies.
    The company is seeking a skilled individual to join its development team for intelligent autonomous driving and advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS).
    This position focuses on the design and implementation of embedded software to understand the surroundings.

    Details.

  • Automatic driving and driver assistance system development [machine learning model and software development].

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    It is a joint venture established by two major Japanese companies.
    We are looking for skilled individuals to join our team developing intelligent autonomous driving and advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS).
    This position focuses on perceptual modeling and software development using AI techniques.

    Details.

  • Software development Engineer / Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥5,400,000~¥9,600,000

    Hardware BusinessA semiconductor industry manufacturer trading company that provides a series of solutions from planning, design and development, manufacturing, logistics, and quality control for all electronic device products, including semiconductors and printed circuit boards, to automotive parts manufacturers.

    Since we are under the watchful eye of major companies, we have contracts with 9 major companies and can be involved in large projects.
    The company also has a support system that utilizes new technologies and partner networks in areas such as electrification, automated driving/ADAS, next-generation cockpits, and connectivity.
    The company is developing a wide range of businesses that go beyond the traditional trading company function of purchasing and selling products.


    We are one of the world's largest electronics trading companies in the car electronics industry.
    The importance of car-mounted embedded software development is increasing more than ever, and software development work in areas such as "model-based development, AI, and big data" is expanding, centered on automated driving.
    In order to expand various types of business, you will be responsible for promoting software development work that meets customer needs.
    (1) You can participate in automobile development operations together with "OEMs".
    2) You can participate in the development of new technologies in cooperation with the company's partners.
    (3) You will be able to carry out large tasks as a team, which cannot be done by a single person.
    ⇒3) You can work as a team to carry out large tasks that cannot be done by one person alone. In addition to our offshore bases in Thailand and China, you will be able to work globally with overseas contractors.
    4) You can be involved in the planning of new business strategies in the automotive industry, which is at a turning point.
    5) We actively support participation in exhibitions and seminars, providing an environment for technological research and study.

    Details.

  • Future HMI technology development for high value-added BEV cockpit

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Research & Development, Design engineer,UI/UX designer, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    An incredible opportunity to join a Mobility Tech Company to bring a new generation of vehicles to the market.
    This position involves developing next-generation Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology for high value-added Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) cockpits.

    Details.

  • Network Service Project Leader/Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Network, Infrastructure engineer, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    An incredible opportunity to join a Mobility Tech Company to bring a new generation of vehicles to the market.
    The firm is seeking a Network Service Project Leader/Project Manager to join the team.
    In this role, you'll oversee the development of cloud services and applications, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.

    Details.

  • Web Application Developer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), Design engineer,UI/UX designer, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    An incredible opportunity to join a Mobility Tech Company to bring a new generation of vehicles to the market.
    The firm is seeking a talented Web Application Developer to join the team.
    In this role, you'll contribute to the development and management of cloud services and web applications, focusing on creating and delivering new value for customers while fostering an agile development culture. In this role, you'll contribute to the development and management of cloud services and web applications, focusing on creating and delivering new value while fostering an agile development culture.

    Details.

  • AD/ADAS Development [Simulation and ML Dev.]

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

    Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

    It is a joint venture established by two major Japanese companies.
    Seeking skilled individuals to join a team developing a simulation and machine learning (ML) development platform for autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
    You will be responsible for building a platform that integrates generative AI, simulation technology, and CI/CD technology to enhance cognitive technology.

    Details.

  • Project leader for Development of systems for (ADAS)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥11,000,000

    We are one of the world's top 5 leading automotive parts manufacturers with strengths in powertrain, driving safety, car body, and CSS.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business domain to the development of cutting-edge technologies such as software. We are constantly working on the latest technological development, including joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation.

    We are a major automotive parts manufacturer that manufactures and sells all in-vehicle products in-house.
    In line with the recent shift to SDV, we will accelerate our automated driving projects and software development in the future.
    Although we are a major parts manufacturer, we still have a corporate culture that is willing to take on the challenges of current business trends.
    We have a system in place whereby evaluations and other factors are changed to reflect individual performance, so this position is highly recommended for those who have a proven track record as an engineer and would like to further develop their career by running their own business.

    In this position, you will lead development projects for driver assistance (automatic driving/automatic parking/automatic valet parking) in the position of project leader for system development for driver assistance and automatic driving.
    We have many related products/core technologies ranging from ADAS sensors and sensing to vehicle control and HMI. You will be responsible for the development of cutting-edge products by leveraging our strength of having many related products and core technologies from ADAS sensors and sensing to vehicle control and HMI.

    Details.

  • Aichi _ Resident engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000

    Top Global Sales | The company, a foreign automotive parts manufacturer, is expanding its software and electronics products. A German company with long-standing roots in Japan and doing business around the world, it has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a turnover rate of 1%. 2024 April, a new R&D facility will be completed and the company is working to develop even more advanced technologies.

    We are looking for an engineer to cover the entire product range of the division and work with engineers to perform tasks at Japanese automaker sites.
    This is a very challenging job where you will be expected to represent the company with a high level of awareness and provide value in the closest proximity to our customers.

    Top in global sales | The company, a foreign automotive parts manufacturer, is expanding its software and electronics products. A German company with long-standing roots in Japan and doing business around the world, it has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a turnover rate of 1%. 2024 September, a new R&D facility will be completed and the company is working to develop even more advanced technologies.

    Details.

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