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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  • Biometrics R&D positions (biometrics, image sensing, image recognition)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Aerospace & Robotics, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications, Energy, System Integrator
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,300,000~¥12,000,000

    A global company which has operated in Japan for more for more than 125 years, they are at the forefront of innovation in a variety of fields including social solutions, space technology, public infrastructure, and more. There team has more than 60,000 domestic members and brings the innovation of Japan to countries all over the world.

    We will contribute to the realization of a safe and secure society through research and development of biometrics and medical healthcare utilizing our knowledge of biometrics.
    The research group will expand the application scenarios of biometric authentication and promote the recognition of images and other objects related to "people" and the enhancement of video recognition from the viewpoint of sensing related to these objects.

    Details.

  • System architecture planning, prototyping, and OEM proposal for automotive ECU groups

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Other (Localization, QA), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥4,700,000~¥14,300,000

    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.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    This is a challenge to lead the automotive industry by planning ECU configurations and network connections for future automobiles, considering commonality among OEMs, and proposing them to the customer OEMs.

    Details.

  • Project Manager - ADAS (Tokyo)

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥10,000,000~¥10,000,000

    Their experienced team specializes in designing, producing, and selling components, integrated systems, modules, and services to automakers and the aftermarket. With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the company operates almost 200 plants, 20 research centers, 39 development centers with reported sales of €19.1 billion.

    The company offers a broad range of smart sensors and features that enhance vehicle safety and comfort, including automated parking systems and advanced driving assistance technologies.

    This project management service deals with products for automotive applications (front cameras, various sensors, Vision systems, LiDAR, etc.).
    In addition to managing existing projects, you will be involved in acquiring and launching new projects.

    Details.

  • Consultant Manager [Fukuoka] |

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • Consulting, IT Consultant, Operational Consultant, Strategic Consultant
    • Fukuoka
    • ¥10,000,000~¥20,000,000

    A rapidly growing consulting firm that values providing value centered on "people" and practices long-term, companionable support based on trust and empathy Established in the mid-2010s, the firm has expanded to approximately 1,000 employees. We cover a wide range of areas from business strategy, IT, digital transformation, and project management in a single integrated manner. Although many of our employees come from large firms, we have a flat organizational culture that allows them to move autonomously without being restricted by titles or years. Our consulting style is characterized by an emphasis on people skills and cooperation, without being biased toward specialized skills.

    We also focus on creating a working environment, and have systems in place to ensure both growth and peace of mind for our employees, including remote work and flextime systems, career support, training, mentoring, and health support. The company is favored by many young and mid-career professionals as a workplace where they can expand their own potential while making a deep contribution to clients in an open organizational climate.

    Our clients include major financial, manufacturing, human resources, and telecommunications companies, regardless of industry or whether they are foreign or domestic...etc. .etc
    You will be responsible for a wide range of consulting services from business reform to IT strategy planning, IT implementation, and new business planning, with a focus on major clients.

    Depending on the project, you may be asked to participate in projects at other locations remotely.

    Details.

  • Satellite System Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥12,000,000

    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 lead the spacecraft system design and system development work.

    Details.

  • Attitude Control System Engineer (Manager, Director)|Control System Engineer (Manager, Director)

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥15,000,000

    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.

    Design and development of control systems for satellites and re-entry capsules

    Details.

  • Thruster System Director

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥8,000,000~¥15,000,000

    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.

    The candidate will be responsible for the overall design of propulsion systems for inter-orbit vehicles (OTVs), deep space probes, and atmospheric re-entry systems based on small satellites operating in low orbit to geostationary orbit.

    Details.

  • Thruster System Engineer,Test Leader

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

    Under the supervision of the Propulsion System Development Manager, you will be responsible for the research and development of hybrid thrusters to be installed on satellites and high thrust propulsion systems for future orbit transfer.

    Details.

  • Internal Security Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, Internal SE, Network, Infrastructure engineer, Cyber Security
    • Fukushima, Miyagi
    • ¥7,500,000~¥10,000,000

    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 be responsible for leading and strategically driving internal information security and physical security and information systems. You will contribute to business growth by protecting information assets and optimizing IT infrastructure in a rapidly changing business environment.

    Details.

  • Image Recognition Software Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    The company provides high-performance graphics and AI processing solutions and is a leader in automotive, robotics, entertainment, and other fields. Smart, immersive experiences are made possible by integrating real-time, intelligent visual processing into products.

    You will be responsible for software development utilizing image recognition technology. Your main task will be to develop advanced image recognition software for in-vehicle cameras and security cameras based on machine learning and deep learning. We contribute to the development of products that are two to three years ahead of our customers and provide cutting-edge solutions on a daily basis.

    In addition to software development, you will also work on building a new platform that integrates software and hardware through collaboration with our own AI processor development team. This enables us to provide more advanced image recognition solutions.

    Details.

  • Ground System Engineer / Manager

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Web, OPEN), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥12,000,000

    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.

    The work involves the development and maintenance of satellite ground systems (ground stations, operation and control systems).

    Details.

  • Spacecraft Orbit Design and Analysis Engineer (Manager/Director)|Satellite Orbit Analysis and Orbit Design Engineer (Manager)

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥15,000,000

    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 perform orbit analysis, orbit design, and operational studies based on orbit design for satellites and re-entry capsules.

    Details.

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