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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  • Thruster System Director

    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥8,000,000~¥15,000,000

    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. They design and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.
    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.

    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

    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Other (Localization, QA)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥8,000,000

    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. They design and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.
    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.

    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

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

    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. They design and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.
    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.

    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.

  • Ground System Application Engineer|Ground Station Software Engineer

    • IT, SE(Web, OPEN)
    • Miyagi
    • ¥4,000,000~¥8,000,000

    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. They design and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.
    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.

    You will be involved in all aspects of software development for ground systems that are essential to the success of satellite missions.

    Details.

  • Ground System Engineer / Manager

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

    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. They design and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.
    A fast-growing startup developing next-generation research platforms in space. and operate unmanned experimental systems in low Earth orbit, enabling high-value experiments not possible on the ground.

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

    Details.

  • ISP Support Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, FAE
    • 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 and immersive experiences.

    ISP performance evaluation of our edge AI camera semiconductors and support for image quality adjustment based on customer requests.

    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.

  • Advanced AI/ML Research and Development Management

    • Energy & Infrastructure, Energy
    • IT, SE(Web, OPEN), Research & Development
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,000,000~¥14,000,000

    A leading ICT company in Japan and a global technology company whose strength lies in the integration of social infrastructure and digital technology, we provide solutions in a wide range of industrial fields including manufacturing, distribution, logistics, finance, government, and telecommunications, in addition to cutting-edge areas such as AI, IoT, cloud computing, security, networking, and quantum computing. We provide solutions to a wide range of industrial fields, including manufacturing, distribution, logistics, finance, government, and telecommunications.

    Backed by our ability to solve social issues and our track record in system integration, which we have cultivated over the years, we are currently expanding our business both domestically and internationally under the slogan of "Digital x Social Value Creation.

    Particularly in the manufacturing, distribution, and public sector domains, the company has a reputation for field-based DX support based on business understanding, and also focuses on business sophistication using a cloud-native approach and AI. Recently, we have also increased our presence in the areas of supply chain optimization support for global companies and business process innovation through the use of AI.

    The company is strengthening its expansion not only domestically but also globally, including in Asia, Europe, and the United States. As a comprehensive tech company originating from Japan, it is working to create value that transcends industries and business sectors.

    This is a leadership role in cutting-edge research and development of AI/ML technologies-specifically AI Agents-within a The mission is to drive business growth by applying advanced data analytics for prediction and The mission is to drive business growth by applying advanced data analytics for prediction and optimization, while managing a research team that contributes to creating new social solution businesses.

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  • Systems Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥14,000,000

    This up and coming, venture software company accelerates the development and testing of autonomous and advanced driver-assistance systems with This up and coming, venture software company accelerates the development and testing of autonomous and advanced driver-assistance systems with cutting-edge simulation and validation tools for automotive and robotic applications.

    As a Systems Engineer, focus on ADAS and autonomous driving solutions. Define and manage system requirements for software and hardware systems and push the project forward by playing an important role in the technical direction of the project.

    Details.

  • systems engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,500,000~¥7,500,000

    Founded in 2018, the company provides “Mobility as a Service (MaaS)” related solutions to urban and regional transportation issues.
    It mainly develops integrated analysis platforms for transportation data and data utilization platforms that help solve regional issues for
    companies and local governments. The company provides a platform for the integrated analysis of transportation data and the use of such data to help solve regional problems, thereby supporting efficient mobility and the formulation of transportation policies in the fields of public transportation, tourism, and environmental measures.

    About us
    We are a start-up company founded in November 2018 by our CEO, Hidaka, with the vision of “building the foundation for an ideal mobile society 100 years from now and shifting the mobile society to a higher level” to create a MaaS market and build a model. To realize this vision, we are developing three businesses centered on the platform development business.

    In order to realize transportation reform, we promote MaaS projects to solve social issues in cities and regions based on a deep understanding of the needs of Japanese government agencies, transportation operators, and various businesses. We are constantly exchanging information with key MaaS players around the world, analyzing and systematizing cutting-edge services, technologies, and business models to provide valuable MaaS products and solutions.

    ■About our three businesses
    ~~ We support urban and regional transportation DX that companies, local governments, and research institutions are working on~
    ① Platform development business
    We develop and provide solutions for the data integration platform “TraISARE” ( https://traisare.maas.co.jp/ ) to utilize vast amounts of MaaS data. We develop MaaS controllers, MaaS applications, and provide solutions to utilize the vast amount of MaaS data.

    The concept of MaaS is “to integrate various types of mobility into a single service that users can freely access and select according to their needs”. MaaS Tech Japan is responsible for identifying the services needed in each region of Japan and promoting and optimizing the development of those services.

    (ii) Consulting business
    We provide support for valuable social implementation of MaaS, focusing on contents related to MaaS data utilization.
    We support and accompany operators and local governments that are working on MaaS based on our extensive knowledge of policies, technical issues, business models, and other aspects to address the concerns that we often receive from operators and local governments:
    ●“How to develop MaaS business”
    ●“How to solve transportation issues using MaaS in the region”
    We support and accompany operators and local governments that are involved in MaaS based on our extensive knowledge of policy, technology, business models, and other aspects of MaaS.

    3) Media Business
    We are active in the media by holding MaaS seminars, study sessions, lectures, and publishing books.
    President Hidaka is the author of the Amazon bestselling book
    1) “MaaS: Game Change for All Industries Starting with Mobility Revolution”
    2) “Beyond MaaS: New Mobility Revolution Starting in Japan - Future of Mobility and Cities -”
    , He also speaks at more than 100 conferences in Japan and abroad annually, and works energetically to implement MaaS in an essential way.

    Details.

  • Consultant/Senior Consultant/Manager/Sr.

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • Consulting, IT Consultant, Strategic Consultant
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000

    A consulting firm belonging to a major Japanese group, we provide consistent support for business reform, operational improvement, and IT implementation support for a wide range of industries including manufacturing, distribution, telecommunications, finance, and public sector. The firm is characterized by its field-based problem-solving capabilities and a style that extends from conceptualization to the execution phase, and places emphasis on relationships of trust with clients. Our consultants have strengths in both operations and IT, and we have a wealth of global projects. The firm continues to grow steadily as an execution-support-oriented firm originating from Japan.

    In this position, you will be responsible for consulting services that support clients in strengthening their competitiveness and promoting change, with deep expertise in specific industries and business domains.

    Details.

  • Global Technical Manager(General Manager)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥10,000,000~¥15,000,000

    Top Global Sales | The company, a foreign automotive parts manufacturer, is expanding its software and electronics products. The company is a German company with long-standing roots in Japan and does business all over the world, and has a diverse workforce and a working environment with a 1% turnover rate.

    You will lead global development projects for high-performance in-vehicle computing platforms in the IVI and ADAS domains. You will be in charge of leading global development projects for high-performance in-vehicle computing infrastructure in the IVI and ADAS areas.

    Details.

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