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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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Radar & Ultrasonic Application Test & Validation Team Leader
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product manager (Web/Application), Program・Project Management, EC consultant, Management, Internal SE, Other (Localization, QA), Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Data Analyst, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, SE(Web, OPEN), Web producer,Director, SE(General purpose), Design engineer,UI/UX designer, Network, Infrastructure engineer, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Cyber Security
- Tokyo
- ¥6,800,000~¥9,800,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role you will be responsible for leading system validation activities for advanced sensing technologies used in ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
This role involves defining validation strategies, coordinating system-level testing, and ensuring the quality and reliability of complex automotive systems. You will lead validation activities from strategy planning through execution and issue resolution, while collaborating closely with development, integration, and quality teams. -
Senior Cybersecurity Manager
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Cyber Security
- Kanagawa
- ¥9,000,000~¥12,000,000
It is a global automotive parts supplier with operations in 57 countries, focusing on key industry megatrends such as autonomous driving, electrification, and connectivity, shaping the future of mobility. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture with a major Japanese company, the company has its headquarters and engineering center in Yokohama City to provide development, technology, and products to Japanese customers.
You will be engaged in the following tasks at a major German auto parts manufacturer.
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JOEM Airbag Hardware Architect
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Kanagawa
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
Top Global Sales | As a foreign auto parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. This German company has long been rooted in Japan, and because it operates all over the world, it has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a turnover rate of 1%. In April 2024, a new R facility was completed, and we are working on the development of further advanced technologies.
He is responsible for the design, development and optimization of the hardware architecture for the occupant protection system for JOEM. In complex system environments, we drive design to ensure hardware meets performance, scalability, and reliability requirements, and lead architectural design that impacts product roadmaps and customer satisfaction. -
Powertrain ECU Calibration Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Kanagawa
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
Top Global Sales | As a foreign auto parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. This German company has long been rooted in Japan, and because it operates all over the world, it has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a turnover rate of 1%. In April 2024, a new R facility was completed, and we are working on the development of further advanced technologies.
We are in charge of conforming powertrain ECUs for gasoline engines, and develop conformities in areas such as engine bench testing, emissions, drivability, starting performance, and diagnostic functions. -
Pre-Sales Engineer (Integrated Calibration and Application Solutions)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
- Kanagawa
- ¥4,500,000~¥10,000,000
This company provides software and hardware solutions aimed at optimizing the development and testing of automotive systems. tools for embedded systems, simulation, and measurement to support advanced technologies in the automotive sector.
As a technical expert, you will work closely with the sales team to lead customer solution proposals from a technical perspective. You will leverage advanced measurement, calibration, and diagnostic solutions to support customers in addressing challenges related to ECU development, functional calibration, diagnostics , ADAS, and autonomous driving.
By deeply understanding customers’ mobility development environments and technical pain points, you will clearly articulate how our technologies create value and drive transformation in their R&D processes. -
Validation Engineer
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Kanagawa, Aichi
- ¥4,500,000~¥8,000,000
A global automotive technology company specializing in cockpit electronics, including digital instrument clusters, infotainment systems, head-up displays, and domain controllers. Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined vehicle solutions that enhance the driver and passenger experience.
The System Validation Engineer is responsible for performing system-level validation testing for automotive digital cockpit and software-defined vehicle products. This role focuses on validating system requirements, executing test scenarios, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, compliance, and reliable system performance. -
Program Coordinator
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Kanagawa, Aichi
- ¥4,500,000~¥8,000,000
A global automotive technology company specializing in cockpit electronics, including digital instrument clusters, infotainment systems, head-up displays, and domain controllers. Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined vehicle solutions that enhance the driver and passenger experience.
The Program Coordinator supports the end-to-end delivery of automotive programs related to digital cockpit and electrification products, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and quality standards. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to manage documentation, track milestones, and support governance, risk management, and continuous improvement within the program delivery framework. -
Authentication Platform Development Engineer – Secure Access (Global IT)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Internal SE, Cyber Security
- Ibaraki, Kanagawa, Tokyo, Nagano, Saitama, Miyagi
- ¥5,800,000~¥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.
This position oversees the planning, development, and operation of an authentication platform that enables secure access to information assets in cloud and on-premises environments.
We will promote the transition to a zero trust security architecture and be responsible for developing and upgrading the authentication infrastructure environment that supports more than 40,000 users worldwide. -
System Engineer – Automotive Security Compliance & Design System Operations
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Internal SE, Network, Infrastructure engineer, Cyber Security
- Ibaraki
- ¥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.
This is a system engineer position that contributes to the entire global company by responding to international automotive security regulations and improving the operation of design systems.
We will be responsible for the stable operation, maintenance, and implementation support of IT systems (security information management systems, etc.) deployed throughout the company and at each manufacturing site, contributing to the continuity and efficiency of production activities. -
Concept Planning Manager – AI Infrastructure for Autonomous Driving
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Network, Infrastructure engineer
- Kanagawa, Tokyo
- ¥9,300,000~¥15,500,000
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.
This position is responsible for the concept planning of IT infrastructure systems for the use of generative AI to improve the efficiency of autonomous driving and software development.
We will be in charge of everything from infrastructure conception necessary for generative AI to business planning for investment decisions, and promote foundational strategies for the realization of SDVs. -
Information Security | Information Security Director Candidate
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- IT, Internal SE, Cyber Security
- Tokyo, 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.
Under the Director of the Management Group, he will lead the Company's information security, physical security, and information systems, and be responsible for strategic promotion. -
Candidate for business manager: Account manager of a major prime company
- IT, Software platform
- Executive Management, Management Planning・Corporate strategy, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥9,000,000~¥17,000,000
It is a systems integrator and software company with offices in Silicon Valley and Dallas, Texas, and a group company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. For more than 10 years in North America, we have been supporting OEMs and tier companies in the telecommunications and automotive industries.
Utilizing
your project management experience and the know-how and wide range of solutions we have accumulated as an account manager,
we expect you to further contribute to society and expand your business by managing projects and contributing to customers as
an account manager for a major prime company.
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