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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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ERP Implementation Coordinator - Finance & Cost Control, CPM
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Internal SE
- Tokyo
- ¥6,400,000~¥9,200,000
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.
You will work as a practitioner of detailed design and global expansion of accounting and cost management systems and CPM performance management systems. -
Software Delivery Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥10,000,000~¥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.
Lead a Japan-based Development/QA team within the Software Product Delivery organization. This role will focus on end-to-end design, development, and integration of advanced Over-the-Air (OTA) solutions for automotive and mobile OEMs, while shaping the future of Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) offerings. The position combines technical leadership, hands-on development, and team mentoring, ensuring high-quality delivery and close The position combines technical leadership, hands-on development, and team mentoring, ensuring high-quality delivery and close collaboration with global engineering teams. -
Data Center Facilities Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- IT, Operation&maintenance,Technical support
- Tokyo
- ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000
Enabling faster and more effective development of high-performance electronics, leading EDA software solutions to break boundaries and move into A German brand that is known to be a leader in its class.
The Data Center Facilities Engineer is required to provide on-site oversight of data center and lab infrastructure in Japan. This role will manage operations, maintenance, and vendor coordination for mission-critical facilities, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with safety and corporate standards while working closely with regional and global teams. -
Principal Acoustic Systems Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- 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 Principal Acoustic Systems Engineer provides technical leadership in the definition and development of automotive audio systems, with responsibility for sound quality, customer satisfaction, and market performance. This role acts as the key contact for OEMs and internal teams on all This role acts as the key contact for OEMs and internal teams on all acoustic engineering matters, guiding system design, execution, and innovation in the field. -
Quality Assurance Leader
- Manufacturer, Micromobility
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), QC・QA, QC・QA, Electrical & electronic control design
- Hiroshima
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
We are a mobility-related startup aiming for mass production and social implementation of ultra-compact EVs "one-seater, moped mini-car category. We are promoting a business that redefines "mobility options" by taking on the challenge of minimizing mobility issues and environmental impact in rural areas and building an integrated system from design and manufacturing to sales, after-sales support, and CRM, with mass production scheduled to begin in October 2025.
This role is to design a quality assurance system from scratch at the "initial stage of mass production" and lead the construction and operation of the system. We not only perform inspections, but also "systematize quality" and realize a "reproducible and stable supply". You will work across the board from design, manufacturing, procurement, and customer support to shape the quality foundation of manufacturing.
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Vehicle Body Control Development|Vehicle Body Control Development Leader
- Manufacturer, Micromobility
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
- Tokyo, Hiroshima
- ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000
We are a mobility startup that aims to mass-produce and implement ultra-compact EVs in the single-seater and moped minicar segments. We take on the challenge of minimizing mobility issues and environmental impact in rural areas, and build everything from design and manufacturing to sales, after-sales support, and CRM. Mass production is scheduled to begin in October 2025, and we are
promoting a business that redefines "mobility options." As a leader in control software development, this is an important role in advancing the development system itself while shaping the behavior of the entire vehicle. In addition to on-site verification and implementation, you will be asked to work with a wide range of discretion as the "core of the control area", such as designing development schedules, building teams, and collaborating with other areas. -
Audio System Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥10,000,000~¥14,000,000
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.
This position acts as the technical bridge between automotive OEM customers and internal hardware/software engineering teams to support audio systems The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on engineering skills with structured problem-solving The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on engineering skills with structured problem-solving ability and a customer-first mindset, capable of managing technical discussions and project milestones independently. -
Telematics System Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Tokyo
- ¥7,000,000~¥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.
This role combines responsibilities in system performance engineering and requirements management for telematics and connectivity projects. engineer will act as the technical bridge between OEM customers and internal development teams to define, analyze, and validate system-level requirements, resolve technical issues, and drive end-to-end system performance. -
Satellite Development System Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Aerospace & Robotics, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications, Energy, System Integrator
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥4,500,000~¥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.
This organization is in charge of system development and project management for the development of earth observation satellites and space science satellites and probes promoted by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and other organizations as a satellite manufacturer. You will work as a system engineer to manage the development of satellites and probes. -
Resident Engineer (Gunma)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Gunma
- ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000
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.
This role serves as the key technical interface between the customer and internal teams to support the development, integration, and production launch of automotive electrical and software products. It involves troubleshooting, coordinating change management, and ensuring smooth communication throughout the product lifecycle. It involves troubleshooting, coordinating change management, and ensuring smooth communication throughout the product lifecycle. -
Motorcycle System Engineer
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
- Kanagawa
- ¥12,000,000~¥14,000,000
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.
This role focuses on developing and managing system engineering requirements in compliance with ASPICE and automotive industry standards. The position involves cross-functional collaboration, customer engagement, risk management, and the application of technical expertise across The position involves cross-functional collaboration, customer engagement, risk management, and the application of technical expertise across infotainment and instrument cluster systems. -
Embedded Software Engineer for Satellites
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Aerospace & Robotics, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications, Energy, System Integrator
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development
- Tokyo
- ¥7,000,000~¥11,000,000
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.
In this role you will help to advance new technology and the Japanese space industry as a whole by developing cutting-edge embedded software for spacecraft. Your designs will affect digital equipment, satellited, on-board computers, and cover a wide range of unique technologies and Your designs will affect digital equipment, satellited, on-board computers, and cover a wide range of unique technologies and developments with embedded software and FPGAs.
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