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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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Embedded Software Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Kanagawa
- ¥6,500,000~¥8,000,000
A global technology company dedicated to the future of safe and sustainable mobility, providing software and hardware solutions primarily for the automotive sector. The company's business focuses on advanced automotive safety systems, connectivity, and electrical architecture, designed and developed for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company also leads the industry in data and power distribution capabilities and plays a key role in the design of next-generation vehicle architectures.
The company operates in more than 77 locations worldwide, with a particular focus on developing solutions for connected cars, sensors and electric vehicles. The company is particularly focused on developing solutions for connected cars, sensors, and electric vehicles. In addition, the company promotes sustainable initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality.
A mega Tier 1 supplier in the US is looking for a Software Engineer.
You will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including requirement definition, development, testing, and global communication of software for advanced safety products or user experience products.
The development of this product is in progress in Japan, and you will be able to gain hands-on experience in actual development.
Both foreign nationals willing to learn Japanese and Japanese nationals willing to learn English are welcome.
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Field Application Engineer (Embedded Software)
- IT, Software platform
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
- Aichi
- ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000
A German company specializing in software tools, components, and services for the development and testing of automotive electronics and embedded They provide solutions that support OEMs and suppliers in creating safe, reliable, and innovative vehicle systems.
Be responsible for providing technical support and post-sales activities to customers who have implemented our products, particularly the MICROSAR This includes supporting a range of functions essential for in-vehicle electronic control, such as communication protocols ( This includes supporting a range of functions essential for in-vehicle electronic control, such as communication protocols ( CAN, Ethernet), security features, and fault diagnostics.
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Principal Software Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥9,000,000~¥12,500,000
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-grade quality sound, smart connectivity, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-grade sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.
Join a global leader in connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets as Principal Software Systems Engineer. internal teams includes PM, hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, Acoustic Engineers, and Customer Quality departments to drive successful Work closely internal teams including PM, hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, acoustic engineers, and Customer Quality departments to drive successful project delivery to meet timing, cost and quality. -
Application Engineer
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥8,000,000
A leading global provider of simulation solutions and services for the development and testing of advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicles in the automotive industry. The company is in a growth stage which makes it a perfect time to join a firm as they are planning long term to grow over 4 times larger than now. The company is in a growth stage which makes it a perfect time to join a firm as they are planning long term to grow over 4 times larger than now.
As an application engineer, manage projects, offer technical support and communicate between the customers and German headquarters. -
DX Promotion and Advance development of cutting-edge technologies (e.g. AI)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥8,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
A major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer that boasts the world's top market share is looking for a project manager who will be responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of AI and DX to improve operational efficiency across the entire global organization. This is a position where you can make the most of your language skills as you will be working with overseas development partners to promote the project. -
Development Engineer for Virtual Environment for Automated Driving and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥5,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
We are a major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer. With offices in more than 30 countries and regions, the company is active at the forefront not only in Japan but also on a global scale. Recently, the company has been focusing on EV, Connected, ADAS, and security related products, and is expected to play an active role in the automotive industry in the future.
Furthermore, the turnover rate is less than 1% and the company has a very comfortable working environment, making it the No. 1 manufacturer in Japan in terms of technology and working environment from a mid- to long-term perspective.
In this position, you will be responsible for creating a simulation environment by creating roads, vehicles, pedestrians, etc. in a virtual space, replacing the conventional process of acquiring driving data using a large number of actual vehicles with a virtual space. -
Development Design and Project Management (AD/ADAS related system)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥6,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
Currently, the company is focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
This is a development design and project management position for ADAS-related systems at a major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer with the world's top market share.
You will be involved in system development projects in cooperation with development partners, German suppliers and OEMs. The projects are large in scale, with each project involving approximately 50 to 100 people. -
Software development management of mobility computers and zone ECUs (OTA, repro, security, diag)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Aichi
- ¥6,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
We are a major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer. With offices in more than 30 countries and regions, the company is active at the forefront not only in Japan but also on a global scale. Recently, the company has been focusing on EV, Connected, ADAS, and security related products, and is expected to play an active role in the automotive industry in the future. -
Application design for automated driving and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥5,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
We are a major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer. With offices in more than 30 countries and regions, the company is active at the forefront not only in Japan but also on a global scale. Recently, the company has been focusing on EV, Connected, ADAS, and security related products, and is expected to play an active role in the automotive industry in the future.
Furthermore, the turnover rate is less than 1% and the company has a very comfortable working environment, making it the No. 1 manufacturer in Japan in terms of technology and working environment from a mid- to long-term perspective.
In this position, you will be in charge of application design for automated driving and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). -
Software design of control controller for electric vehicle/hybrid vehicle (HEV/BEV controller)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Aichi
- ¥6,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
We are a major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer. With offices in more than 30 countries and regions, the company is active at the forefront not only in Japan but also on a global scale. Recently, the company has been focusing on EV, Connected, ADAS, and security related products, and is expected to play an active role in the automotive industry in the future.
Furthermore, the turnover rate is less than 1% and the company has a very comfortable working environment, making it the No. 1 manufacturer in Japan in terms of technology and working environment from a mid- to long-term perspective.
This position is very important for the promotion of electrification. -
Lv4 Automated Driving Software Technology Development
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
We are a major Japanese automotive parts manufacturer. With offices in more than 30 countries and regions, the company is active at the forefront not only in Japan but also on a global scale. Recently, the company has been focusing on EV, Connected, ADAS, and security related products, and is expected to play an active role in the automotive industry in the future.
Furthermore, the turnover rate is less than 1% and the company has a very comfortable working environment, making it the No. 1 manufacturer in Japan in terms of technology and working environment from a mid- to long-term perspective.
This position is to develop systems for automation and intelligence of various mobility devices (automobiles, small AGVs, etc...). In particular, you will be responsible for the development of automated driving systems (position estimation/object recognition/motion planning/motion control, vehicle/recognition PF development, etc...) integrating sensors such as Camera/LiDAR/Radar/GNSS/IMU...) You will be in charge of the development of automated driving systems. -
Software development of general-purpose platforms for automotive applications
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥6,000,000~¥14,000,000
The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
The company is currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].
We are the world's top automotive parts manufacturer. With offices in more than 30 countries and regions, we are currently at the forefront of the global automotive industry. Recently, they have been focusing on EV, Connected, ADAS, and Cyber Security, and will continue to be at the forefront as a top company in the automotive industry.
In this position, you will be responsible for software development of general-purpose platforms for automotive applications.
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