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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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Research Engineer
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥8,000,000~¥20,000,000
A Japanese deep tech startup founded in April 2024. Specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for large trucks, it aims to solve challenges faced by Japan's logistics industry, such as driver shortages, aging populations, and increasing logistics demand. Focusing on trunk line transportation using expressways, it promotes improved transport safety, operational efficiency, and reduced logistics costs through advanced AI-powered autonomous driving technologies. Through collaboration with automakers and logistics companies, it is working on the practical use of autonomous trucks and the construction of next-generation logistics infrastructure.
A Japanese deep-tech startup established in April 2024, specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for heavy-duty trucks. The company aims to transform Japan’s logistics industry by addressing challenges such as driver shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing freight transportation demand. Focusing on autonomous highway transportation, it develops advanced AI-powered technologies designed to improve transportation safety, operational efficiency, and logistics sustainability. Through collaboration with automotive manufacturers and logistics companies, the company is working toward the commercialization of autonomous trucking solutions and the development of next-generation automated freight transportation infrastructure in Japan.
This role focuses on advanced AI research and engineering for autonomous driving.
The core philosophy is Research for Development: identifying important problems from real-world autonomous driving systems, developing novel solutions, validating them on large-scale driving data, and driving promising ideas toward practical deployment.
Research topics may include World Models, reinforcement learning, multimodal/foundation models, online calibration, robust perception, continual learning, large-scale distributed training, generative models, and other high-impact problems in autonomous driving.
This is not a purely academic research position. Candidates are expected to conduct high-quality research while also being strong hands-on developers. -
AD System Integration & Performance Engineer
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥15,000,000
A Japanese deep tech startup founded in April 2024. Specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for large trucks, it aims to solve challenges faced by Japan's logistics industry, such as driver shortages, aging populations, and increasing logistics demand. Focusing on trunk line transportation using expressways, it promotes improved transport safety, operational efficiency, and reduced logistics costs through advanced AI-powered autonomous driving technologies. Through collaboration with automakers and logistics companies, it is working on the practical use of autonomous trucks and the construction of next-generation logistics infrastructure.
A Japanese deep-tech startup established in April 2024, specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for heavy-duty trucks. The company aims to transform Japan’s logistics industry by addressing challenges such as driver shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing freight transportation demand. Focusing on autonomous highway transportation, it develops advanced AI-powered technologies designed to improve transportation safety, operational efficiency, and logistics sustainability. Through collaboration with automotive manufacturers and logistics companies, the company is working toward the commercialization of autonomous trucking solutions and the development of next-generation automated freight transportation infrastructure in Japan.
This role focuses on vehicle-side software system integration, performance optimization of underlying resources (CPU, Memory, I/O, Network), and the construction of performance analysis toolchains for autonomous driving systems. -
Autonomous Driving Fusion Algorithm Engineer (MOT / Multi-Sensor Fusion)
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥10,000,000~¥20,000,000
A Japanese deep tech startup founded in April 2024. Specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for large trucks, it aims to solve challenges faced by Japan's logistics industry, such as driver shortages, aging populations, and increasing logistics demand. Focusing on trunk line transportation using expressways, it promotes improved transport safety, operational efficiency, and reduced logistics costs through advanced AI-powered autonomous driving technologies. Through collaboration with automakers and logistics companies, it is working on the practical use of autonomous trucks and the construction of next-generation logistics infrastructure.
A Japanese deep-tech startup established in April 2024, specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for heavy-duty trucks. The company aims to transform Japan’s logistics industry by addressing challenges such as driver shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing freight transportation demand. Focusing on autonomous highway transportation, it develops advanced AI-powered technologies designed to improve transportation safety, operational efficiency, and logistics sustainability. Through collaboration with automotive manufacturers and logistics companies, the company is working toward the commercialization of autonomous trucking solutions and the development of next-generation automated freight transportation infrastructure in Japan.
This role focuses on multi-object tracking (MOT) and multi-sensor fusion for autonomous driving perception, covering both object-level fusion and early fusion. The position is responsible for advancing data association and state estimation algorithms, cross-sensor fusion architecture, evaluation methodology, and the deployment of robust, production-grade tracking and fusion modules on large-scale real-world driving data -
Perception Algorithm Engineer
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Tokyo
- ¥10,000,000~¥20,000,000
A Japanese deep tech startup founded in April 2024. Specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for large trucks, it aims to solve challenges faced by Japan's logistics industry, such as driver shortages, aging populations, and increasing logistics demand. Focusing on trunk line transportation using expressways, it promotes improved transport safety, operational efficiency, and reduced logistics costs through advanced AI-powered autonomous driving technologies. Through collaboration with automakers and logistics companies, it is working on the practical use of autonomous trucks and the construction of next-generation logistics infrastructure.
A Japanese deep-tech startup established in April 2024, specializing in the development of autonomous driving systems for heavy-duty trucks. The company aims to transform Japan’s logistics industry by addressing challenges such as driver shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing freight transportation demand. Focusing on autonomous highway transportation, it develops advanced AI-powered technologies designed to improve transportation safety, operational efficiency, and logistics sustainability. Through collaboration with automotive manufacturers and logistics companies, the company is working toward the commercialization of autonomous trucking solutions and the development of next-generation automated freight transportation infrastructure in Japan.
This role focuses on 2D / 3D object detection, online map perception, 3D occupancy prediction, and 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) for driving-scene reconstruction and perception data generation. The position is responsible for model development, training, evaluation, and data-driven iteration using large-scale real-world driving data. You will develop perception algorithms that identify surrounding objects, estimate local road structure, and represent occupied and free space from onboard sensor observations to support downstream prediction and planning. Both full-time engineers and interns are welcome; interns will contribute to scoped projects with technical guidance. -
PMO Consultant – Manufacturing Industry | PMO Consultant - Manufacturing Industry
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- Consulting, IT Consultant, Program・Project Management, Strategic Consultant, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo, Osaka
- ¥6,500,000~¥15,000,000
A management specialist company that supports the success of various projects such as corporate reforms, new businesses, and DX for major companies. We support large-scale projects such as core system renewal, new service development, and business reform across a wide range of industries including automotive, manufacturing, IT, aviation, and energy. Our hallmark is that we provide consistent support from execution to completion, including progress management, problem-solving, and coordination with stakeholders, going beyond planning. We provide execution support for project success in collaboration with companies from various industries.
You will provide PMO support for medium-term themes in manufacturing (DX/supply chain restructuring/equipment introduction/new product development, etc.). -
PMA (Project Management Analyst) – Automotive Industry | PMA (Project Management Analyst) - Automotive Industry
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- Consulting, IT Consultant, Program・Project Management, Strategic Consultant
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥6,500,000~¥11,000,000
We are a management specialist company that supports the success of various projects, including corporate reforms, new ventures, and DX for major companies. We support large-scale projects such as core system renewal, new service development, and business reform across a wide range of industries including automotive, manufacturing, IT, aviation, and energy. Our hallmark is that we go beyond planning, managing progress, solving issues, and coordinating with stakeholders, providing consistent support from execution to completion. We provide execution support for project success while collaborating with companies from various industries.
In the mobility industry, you will participate in software development projects in the In Car domain (such as in-car devices and various sensors). As a Project Analyst (PMA) with engineering knowledge in mobility industry development projects, you will support PMs and leadership teams, coordinate and resolve issues between teams, groups, and organizations, and play a key role in promoting project (PJ). -
PJC (Project Controller) – Automotive Industry | PJC (Project Controller) - Automotive Industry
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- IT, Program・Project Management, Sales Administration
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥4,800,000~¥8,500,000
We are a management specialist company that supports the success of various projects such as corporate reforms, new ventures, and DX for major companies. We support large-scale projects such as core system renewal, new service development, and business transformation across a wide range of industries including automotive, manufacturing, IT, aviation, and energy. Our hallmark is that we provide consistent support from execution to completion, including progress management, problem-solving, and coordination with stakeholders, going beyond planning. We provide execution support for project success while collaborating with companies from various industries.
In the mobility industry, you will participate in software development projects in the In Car domain (such as in-car devices and various sensors). As a Project Controller (PJC) with engineering knowledge in mobility industry development projects, you will be responsible for accurately grasping and visualizing project status, early problem detection, and creating an environment where leaders can obtain information for decision-making. -
Space Experiment Equipment Development Engineer | Development Engineer for Experimental Equipment for Manned Spacecraft
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Electrical & electronic control design, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Tokyo
- ¥8,000,000~¥11,000,000
We are a space business support company that promotes the commercialization of space businesses.
Since our founding, we have continuously accumulated a track record of successful applications in public projects in space utilization and satellite launches, led by government agencies and related organizations.
In 2021, we were the first domestic company to realize direct contracts with leading overseas space transport operators.
To date, we have been involved in over 100 satellite projects and have accumulated hundreds of space transportation and mission support projects.
In recent years, both our business domains and organizations have been in an expansion phase, providing
services that span the entire space industry value chain, from satellite development support to launches, operations, in-orbit demonstrations, and data utilization.
Leveraging strong technical understanding and business development capabilities, we are a company challenging business expansion and creating new space utilization needs amid rapidly growing market conditions.
You will be responsible for the practical development of various experimental equipment, cooling equipment, and general-purpose platforms installed on manned spacecraft, including space stations.
You will lead the execution of the development process that transforms technology into reliable "business value," from requirements analysis to design, various tests and verifications, and compliance with safety assessments, while ensuring the high level of safety and reliability required in space environments. -
Toyota Resident Engineer
- IT, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Aichi
- ¥5,800,000~¥8,800,000
Global Sales Leader | As a foreign automotive parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. As a German company deeply rooted in Japan and operating globally, it employs diverse employees, maintains a 1% turnover rate, and maintains a well-established working environment. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, and the company is working on further advanced technologies.
A global leader in sales, this foreign-owned automotive parts manufacturer is expanding its software and electronics product portfolio. As a long‑established German company in Japan with worldwide operations, it offers a diverse workforce and an excellent working environment, reflected in its low 1% turnover rate. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, further strengthening the company’s efforts in advanced technology development.
Stationed at Toyota's development base, this position is responsible for technical coordination, confirmation of required specifications, quality activities, and project promotion in ADAS sensor development.
As a technical point connecting customers and domestic and international development teams, you promote specification alignment, design review, evaluation and verification, and issue management.
The products in charge are ultrasonic sensors or in-vehicle camera sensors, and before being seconded, you participate in related projects at the Yokohama headquarters and prepare as needed. -
GNC Hardware Engineer| GNC Hardware Engineer
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- 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 track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite 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.
Take the lead in hardware development, design, and verification for spacecraft GNC systems. You work will contribute to a world leader in GNC technologies and be a critical part of the success of real world space missions. By working with an international team and across technical departments to develop, test, perform trade-offs and other relevant duties you will help to advance humanity's space capabilities. -
Senior AI Software Application Engineer
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), SE(Web, OPEN), SE(General purpose), FAE
- Kanagawa
- ¥15,000,000~¥35,000,000
The company is a leading global provider of advanced semiconductor manufacturing solutions. With a focus on delivering cutting-edge process technologies, they support a wide range of industries, including automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and data centers. Known for its extensive manufacturing capabilities, the company operates multiple state-of-the-art fabrication facilities worldwide. Their innovative approach ensures the production of high-performance chips for various applications, driving technological advancements and enabling the next generation of smart devices. Committed to sustainability, the company integrates environmental responsibility into its operations, aiming to reduce energy consumption and minimize its environmental footprint. With a strong emphasis on customer collaboration, they provide tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of clients across diverse sectors.
As a Senior AI Software Application Engineer, you will play a key role in enabling customer success by supporting the deployment, optimization, and adoption of AI applications on advanced semiconductor platforms. You will work closely with customers to accelerate the development of AI workloads, including computer vision, transformer-based, and large language model applications. Acting as a bridge between customers, engineering teams, and R&D, you will troubleshoot technical issues, provide performance optimization guidance, and drive successful product adoption. You will also develop proof-of-concept solutions, benchmarks, and demonstrations that showcase the capabilities of the company's AI software stack. In addition, you will deliver technical training, workshops, and documentation to help customers maximize the value of AI technologies. The role requires a strong combination of AI software expertise, embedded systems knowledge, and customer-facing communication skills. This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of AI, software, and semiconductor hardware while influencing next-generation AI solutions. -
Cockpit Product Failure Analysis Engineer | Cockpit Product Failure Analysis Tasks
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Other (Localization, QA), QC・QA
- Kanagawa
- ¥10,500,000~¥14,550,000
As a world-class automotive parts supplier, we globally offer a wide range of products and solutions supporting the next-generation mobility society, including in-vehicle infotainment, electronics, electrification, and advanced driver assistance technologies (ADAS). Through cutting-edge technologies that connect people, cars, and society, we contribute to realizing safe, comfortable, and sustainable mobility experiences. Based on strong partnerships with automotive OEMs, we aim to create innovative value that meets ever-changing market needs.
Architecture
Design for Software Development System Design: Division of responsibilities among multiple ECUs other than the user's own based on requirements, and implementation
of communication design between ECUs. Architecture Design: As the person responsible for overall design control, implements
appropriate architectural design and verification (defining design policies/rules, feasibility of functions/performance, etc.). Management: Manages
design and verification to ensure design and verification are carried out based on the design policies/rules defined at each stage of the design contractor. DevOps: The role of building and operating the software development infrastructure (configuration management, integration, testing, etc.), as expected
. Promoting the construction of new platforms, technical coordination and negotiations with OEMs and internal departments, and cross-organizational activities.
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