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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  • IT Engineer (Manufacturing Area)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
    • Consulting, IT Consultant, Internal SE
    • Tochigi
    • ¥5,800,000~¥8,500,000

    Top Global Sales | The company, a foreign automotive parts manufacturer, is expanding its software and electronics products. The company is a German company with long-standing roots in Japan and does business worldwide, and has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a turnover rate of 1%.

    In the manufacturing sector, this position supports the digitalization and efficiency improvement of manufacturing sites through the implementation and management of IT infrastructure for production lines and key user operations for common applications.

    Details.

  • Software Developer - US Position

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • USA
    • ¥9,000,000~¥17,000,000

    A systems integrator and software company with offices in Silicon Valley and Dallas, Texas, and a group of companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Inc. We have been supporting OEM and Tier companies in the telecom and automotive industries in North America for over 10 years.

    This position is for a Software Engineer available to work in Dallas, TX. Depending on your technical skills, you will work in one of the following areas: front-end, back-end, or full stack.
    E-2 visa sponsorship is available for Japanese nationals residing in Japan. Those who already **have permission to work in the U.S.** (regardless of nationality)** are also welcome to apply. Japanese language proficiency is strongly recommended (for customer service and documentation work).
    English is a requirement and selection will be conducted in English.

    Details.

  • Hardware technology planning for next-generation large-scale integrated ECUs

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Research & Development, Product Marketing, Planning, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Research & Analysis
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,500,000~¥13,300,000

    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 responsible for creating and planning new added value for the next generation of large scale integrated ECUs and the differentiating technologies that will make this possible.

    Details.

  • Software Engineer for Satellite Simulation

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Electronics, Research & Development, SE(General purpose)
    • Ibaraki, Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    A well known Japanese space company with locations in three countries. this company works to improve communication technology in the space sector. By leveraging satellite simulation technology and spacecraft communication hardware they aim to connect telecommunications on a planetary level. By leveraging satellite simulation technology and spacecraft communication hardware they aim to connect telecommunications on a planetary level.

    In this role you will work to advance space technology by engineering new solutions to digital satellite simulations. Your work will help develop and integrate software to aid in the development of a variety of satellite operations.

    Details.

  • Ground Segment Cloud Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Other (Localization, QA), SE(Web, OPEN)
    • 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.

    Population Sanitation System You will work with suppliers on all aspects of design, development, testing, operation, and maintenance of the ground system.

    Details.

  • Solution Architect

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥13,000,000

    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.

    The Solution Architect must define and oversee the technical blueprint for advanced automotive software and systems. requirements with technical implementation, guiding teams in the design, development, integration, and validation of both software and hardware The position will serve as a key technical interface for stakeholders, ensuring solutions meet customer specifications, technical The position will serve as a key technical interface for stakeholders, ensuring solutions meet customer specifications, technical feasibility, and industry standards.

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  • System verification work related to control and diagnostic functions of integrated ECUs for inverters, motors, and charging/discharging systems for electric vehicles [Ibaraki, Gunma, Tokyo

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Electrical & electronic control design
    • Ibaraki, Tokyo, Tochigi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥12,000,000

    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.

    We entrust system verification work such as inverters, motors, and charging and discharging system ECUs for electric vehicles (HEV/EV) using HILS, benches, etc.

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  • Vehicle Systems Validation Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,500,000~¥6,500,000

    A global automotive brand offering innovative, high-quality vehicles. It is known for its products that combine precision engineering and outstanding performance. In the Japanese market, the company offers a wide variety of premium models, aiming to enhance driving pleasure and contribute to the realization of a sustainable and advanced mobility society.

    Responsible for planning and executing validation and approval testing of whole vehicle systems to ensure high-quality and complaint-free This role oversees the coordination of testing activities, parameter optimization, and system validation for This role oversees the coordination of testing activities, parameter optimization, and system validation for connected, ADAS, and electronic control systems to meet global standards and local market requirements.

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  • Resident Engineer (Aichi/Tokyo)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥13,000,000

    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.

    Provide technical interface support for the integration, development, and launch of automotive systems and software. Act as a key liaison with customers, translating market-driven requirements into platform specifications and ensuring successful vehicle program execution.

    Details.

  • Android Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Software platform, Transportation, Trafic
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), SE(Web, OPEN)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A startup company that provides electric kickboards and electric bicycle sharing services with the aim of popularizing micromobility.
    The company has set up stations mainly in urban areas and is developing a system that makes short-distance travel easy and efficient.
    The service is easy to use via a dedicated app and is attracting attention as a sustainable means of transportation.
    We are developing a sustainable mobility service that reduces environmental impact and includes solving urban transportation issues as well as rural transportation issues.

    You will be responsible for the design and implementation of the Android application. You will also participate in the development of the service in collaboration with the Product Management and Data Analysis departments, integrate the system through cooperation with the server-side and IoT teams, and sometimes be involved in the development of services and features from the analysis and planning stages.
    This role will utilize your knowledge as a mobile app engineer and understanding of mobile platforms to develop services that will be used by many users.

    Details.

  • Backend Engineer (User facing app)|Backend Engineer (User facing app)

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Transportation, Trafic, Software platform
    • IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥15,000,000

    A startup company that provides electric kickboards and electric bicycle sharing services with the aim of popularizing micromobility.
    The company has set up stations mainly in urban areas and is developing a system that makes short-distance travel easy and efficient.
    The service is easy to use via a dedicated app and is attracting attention as a sustainable means of transportation.
    We are developing sustainable mobility services that reduce environmental impact and solve urban transportation issues as well as rural transportation issues.

    Our software development is divided into two areas: for users (iOS and Android apps) and for back operations that support operations.

    For users, we develop functionality for mobile applications, primarily for customers who ride. We will develop the UX to deliver the best ride experience through the mobile application. The product team, consisting of product managers, designers, OS engineers, Android engineers, and QA team, will continue to make improvements based on user feedback obtained from user interviews and data analysis.
    The team is mainly responsible for the development of APIs for applications, but collaboration with various systems is also essential for the stable supply and safety and security of the mobile infrastructure. We will work with IoT modules installed in vehicles, sensors, operation functions to link reports from users to staff, and external systems for route guidance, etc. We will also develop API development peripheral functions. We may also develop management tools for functions for users as well as API development peripheral functions.

    The backend is developed mainly in TypeScript, with CloudFunctions for infrastructure and Firestore for database. Refactoring is performed to eliminate technical debt and bottlenecks throughout the system in collaboration with the client apps and IoT teams. In the mid- to long-term, the team may also adjust the rearchitecture, etc., without assuming the existing configuration.

    Details.

  • Automation QA Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Software platform, Transportation, Trafic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Other (Localization, QA), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A startup company that provides electric kickboard and electric bicycle sharing services with the aim of popularizing micromobility.
    Stations are set up mainly in urban areas, and a system is being developed to make short-distance travel easier and more efficient.
    Easily accessible via a dedicated app, it is attracting attention as a sustainable means of transportation.
    We are developing sustainable mobility services that reduce environmental impact and include solutions to urban transportation issues as well as rural transportation issues.

    Since the majority of software testing is manual, there are many areas where testing in accordance with use cases is not performed on a daily basis. In this way, you will consider and implement, as a member of the development team, what is necessary to improve the daily user experience.

    Details.

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