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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  • System Evaluation of Automotive Cockpit Systems.

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Other (Localization, QA), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • 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.
    Currently, we are focusing on four areas: electrification, connectivity, advanced safety/autonomous driving, and non-in-vehicle business (FA/agriculture)], and in particular, in the field of autonomous driving, we are conducting demonstration experiments on public roads for Lv4 autonomous driving, and are working towards the future of safe and secure mobility systems.

    In order to ensure the quality of large-scale system development of automobile cockpits, we will consider evaluations using various methods, build an environment, and implement it. It is very important to ensure quality in terms of evaluating a wide range of functions such as navigation, audio, meter control, and linkage with smartphones, as well as checking the performance of the entire system, and it is a position to bundle evaluations.

    Details.

  • Automotive Electronic Platform Strategy Planner|Strategic planning of electronic platform development for four-wheeled vehicles

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Business planning・Business management, Network, Infrastructure engineer, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Tochigi
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more people 10 years, 20 years, and beyond, we have been and will continue to challenge to create new values that are not bound by existing frameworks, so that we can continue to please our customers around the world.
    The company, which has been providing multiple products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is recruiting associates to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    You will be responsible for conceptualizing and planning E&E architecture strategies for the next generation of mobility.

    Details.

  • AI/ML Engineer - Automotive Demand Forecasting and System Development (U.S. Market)|ML/AI Engineer - Four-Wheeled Vehicle Demand Forecasting Analysis and System Development (U.S. Market)

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Other (Localization, QA), Data Analyst, SE(Web, OPEN), Research & Analysis
    • Saitama
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more people 10 years, 20 years, and beyond, we have been and will continue to challenge to create new values that are not bound by existing frameworks, so that we can continue to please our customers around the world.
    The company, which has been providing multiple products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is recruiting associates to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    In light of overseas political and economic trends, supply and demand forecasting is becoming increasingly important, and as we organically combine all types of data from sales, production, and procurement to develop unique demand forecasting and supply optimization solutions at high speed and in an agile manner, we will accelerate data analysis in demand forecasting by using machine learning and generative AI. You will be responsible for accelerating data analysis in demand forecasting using machine learning and generative AI.

    Details.

  • Embedded Software Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥8,000,000

    The company is a startup in the growth phase as a cutting-edge technology company from Japan, and is challenging new possibilities in space development. The company aims to develop innovative technologies for on-orbit services and the construction of next-generation space infrastructure, and to deliver value that cannot be realized on the ground to a variety of industries. In the rapidly globalizing space business, the company's mission is to create new usage models while strengthening cooperation with research institutions, companies, and governments, and to transform space into a more familiar field.
    For those who want to be exposed to cutting-edge technology and engage in future-oriented projects in a fast-paced environment, the company provides an environment full of challenges and opportunities for growth. As a colleague who will shape the next generation of the space industry together, we welcome people with diverse backgrounds.

    You will develop embedded software for onboard satellite equipment.

    Details.

  • Infrastructure (Middleware) System Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Internal SE, SE(Web, OPEN), Network, Infrastructure engineer
    • Kanagawa, Tokyo, Miyagi
    • ¥3,800,000~¥8,600,000

    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.

    You will be in charge of DX promotion and design, development, and operation of infrastructure (middleware) in core systems.

    Details.

  • SDV Generative AI Engineer|Generative AI Engineer for SDV Development

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), SE(Web, OPEN), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo, Tochigi, Aichi, Osaka
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more people 10 years, 20 years, and beyond, we have been and will continue to challenge to create new values that are not bound by existing frameworks, so that we can continue to please our customers around the world.
    The company, which has been providing multiple products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is recruiting associates to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    You will plan and develop systems and environments that utilize generative AI and machine learning to automate and streamline the software development process that supports SDV development.

    Details.

  • Head of IT Strategy

    • Logistics & Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse, Others, Transportation, Trafic
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Internal SE, Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Network, Infrastructure engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥13,000,000

    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.

    We are looking for an IT infrastructure architect to support the speed and security of our rapidly growing organization. You will design and implement the optimal IT architecture to create a scalable business environment.

    Details.

  • 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.

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