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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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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 renowned for its innovative, high-quality vehicles that blend precision engineering with exceptional performance. In Japan, it offers a diverse lineup of premium models, aiming to elevate the driving experience while contributing to a more sustainable and forward-thinking mobility future. mobility future.
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. -
Resident Engineer (Aichi/Tokyo)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥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. -
Infotainment Test Environment Engineer
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000
A global automotive brand renowned for its innovative, high-quality vehicles that blend precision engineering with exceptional performance. In Japan, it offers a diverse lineup of premium models, aiming to elevate the driving experience while contributing to a more sustainable and forward-thinking mobility future. mobility future.
Responsible for ensuring the readiness, reliability, and continuous improvement of test environments-including vehicles and benches This role combines hands-on technical troubleshooting, system maintenance, and cross-functional collaboration to enable smooth testing and high-quality system validation. maintenance, and cross-functional collaboration to enable smooth testing and high-quality system validation. -
Requirement Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), QC・QA, Production Engineer, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Production Engineer
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥8,000,000~¥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 main responsibility is to gather, organize, and oversee stakeholder requirements throughout the entire lifecycle process. Additionally, this position serves as the link between customers and internal engineering teams, focusing on the process and organization of requirements. Additionally, this position serves as the link between customers and internal engineering teams, focusing on the process and organization of requirements. -
Android Engineer
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Transportation, Trafic, Software platform
- 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. -
Backend Engineer (User facing app)|Backend Engineer (User facing app)
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Software platform, Transportation, Trafic
- IT, Product manager (Web/Application), Internal SE, SE(Web, OPEN)
- Tokyo
- ¥8,000,000~¥15,000,000
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.
You will be primarily responsible for API development of iOS and Android applications for users. -
Automated QA Engineer
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Transportation, Trafic, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), 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.
The Software Development Department designs and develops our services, internal management tools, IoT devices, and other peripheral software products in cooperation with the Product Management and Data Analysis departments.
The Automated QA team is responsible for implementing and executing test codes, mainly for iOS and Android applications for users, and promoting quality assurance of the applications.
In addition to the software described above, our services provide value to users through the interlocking of various software such as vehicle sensor information and servers that work with hardware.
Since the majority of testing is manual, there are many areas where testing according to use cases is not routinely performed, and automation is necessary to achieve high quality.
In the automation of testing, you will analyze whether the implemented functions are working without errors and what causes errors when they occur, and as a member of the development team, you will consider and implement what is necessary to improve the daily user experience. -
Motor Control ECU Hardware Engineer (HEV/BEV/ICE)
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Aichi
- ¥5,500,000~¥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.
We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].
You will plan/develop electric control ECUs for next-generation electric vehicles (BEV/PHEV/HEV). -
Project Manager
- Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic, Software platform
- IT, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥12,000,000
It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and mobility.
Utilizing its proprietary apps and platforms, the company offers a variety of services, primarily cab dispatch services.
is one of only a dozen unicorn companies in Japan, and is co-creating new mobility services with a variety of other companies.
For example, we need to handle various types of information such as dispatch and delivery requests from users, location and speed of each vehicle, etc. in a more stable, secure and scalable manner. You will promote and manage development projects while building trusting relationships with all members involved in various development projects and making firm commitments to release schedules and quality.
You will develop a realistic and efficient promotion plan based on the business plan being considered by the planning department and the product manager's vision for the product.
Based on the requirements definition created by the product manager, you will obtain quotes from the development and quality control teams, optimize resources, plan and manage the progress of the project while considering the priorities of multiple projects, and drive the project toward success. -
Power Circuit Design Engineer-In-Flight Systems for Aircraft
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Osaka
- ¥5,500,000~¥9,500,000
We provide innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of society and customers. In particular, the Design & Marketing Division, with "customer-driven business activities" at its core, promotes the creation of brands and cultures, the development of new markets and businesses, and the maximization of existing businesses, while also enhancing the competitiveness of the entire company by strengthening UX design and modernizing marketing. In addition, the Planning & Operations Management Department's Planning & Management Division is responsible for leading cross-company transformation projects and organizational reforms by continuously optimizing people, processes, and technology. By introducing a variety of career support systems and flexible work styles that respond to the global business environment, the company has established a system that allows each employee to contribute to solving social issues while growing as an individual.
You will be in charge of product development for in-flight entertainment systems for aircraft and in-flight control systems that are standard equipment on aircraft. -
Battery Pack/System Circuit Design Engineer|Circuit design of battery pack/system with lithium-ion battery
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Osaka
- ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000
We provide innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of society and customers. In particular, the Design & Marketing Division, with "customer-driven business activities" at its core, promotes the creation of brands and cultures, the development of new markets and businesses, and the maximization of existing businesses, while also enhancing the competitiveness of the entire company by strengthening UX design and modernizing marketing. In addition, the Planning & Operations Management Department's Planning & Management Division is responsible for leading cross-company transformation projects and organizational reforms by continuously optimizing people, processes, and technology. By introducing diverse career support systems and flexible work styles that respond to the global business environment, the company has established a system that allows each employee to contribute to solving social issues while growing as an individual.
You will be responsible for new development and circuit design of battery systems with lithium-ion batteries used in areas such as storage batteries and backup power supplies. -
System/Control Development Engineer (EMS)|System/Control Development Engineer (Engine Management System)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Ibaraki, Gunma, Tochigi
- ¥3,800,000~¥6,500,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The company also emphasizes diversity and flexible work styles, and has an attractive environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance.
You will be in charge of system/control design and verification work related to engine management systems.
While communicating directly with automakers, you will be responsible for proposing better solutions and increasing added value and presence by acquiring required specifications, building control logic, and conducting evaluation and verification.
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