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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  • UTM (UAS Traffic Management) System Development Project Manager | PM Candidate for UTM (Drone Operation Management) System Development

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,500,000~¥8,000,000

    We are a technology company focused on researching and providing unmanned aerial systems for industrial applications and operational management platforms for low-altitude areas.
    We have extensive implementation experience across diverse sites such as surveying, equipment inspection, and agricultural support, and our management technologies have been adopted for standard operations in multiple regions.
    In recent years, we have expanded our business by establishing corporations overseas and conducting large-scale fundraising, and we have continued to participate in public-private projects. Aiming to create a new low-altitude mobility industry that integrates hardware, software, and operational integration platforms, we are promoting the construction of a global platform.

    In the research and development of the "UTM (UAS Traffic Management)" system to safely and efficiently manage drone operations, you will be responsible for promoting the project manager from upstream processes in the research and development project of the "UTM (UAS Traffic Management)" system.
    In collaboration with government agencies and companies, you will be responsible for defining requirements for an operations management system that enables flight planning, operation status management, collision avoidance, project progress, and coordination and negotiation with stakeholders.
    In the future, we expect you to lead the entire project and lead the planning, development, and implementation of the drone operation management system that will become social infrastructure.

    Details.

  • Ground Segment Engineer | Ground System Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, Network, Infrastructure engineer
    • Chiba
    • ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000

    This is a space-related startup starting from university-based technology. We develop and manufacture propulsion machines for small satellites, leveraging proprietary technology that balances high safety with environmental considerations. Evaluated by domestic and international satellite manufacturers, it has achieved multiple space demonstrations to date. Currently, commercial projects and mass production projects are underway, and despite being a research and development company, it continues to achieve stable business growth.

    This position is an engineer leading the development of the "Grand Segment (ground system)," a core technology supporting the OTV (Inter-Orbital Transport) business.
    You will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of satellite control connecting satellites with the ground, communication networks, and data processing infrastructure, and will be consistently involved from pre-launch to on-orbit operations (Flight Operations).
    Our mission is to promote automation, high availability, and improved reliability of systems by leveraging cloud infrastructure and backend technologies, thereby realizing the safe and efficient operation of spacecraft. This position allows you to collaborate with diverse stakeholders such as spacecraft development teams and ground station vendors, taking on the challenge of building systems that form the backbone of space infrastructure.

    Details.

  • Taxi Operations Support Specialist | Taxi Operator Support Operational Support

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic
    • IT, Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Call Center Operations
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and transportation methods.
    Utilizing its proprietary apps and platforms, it offers a variety of services centered on taxi dispatch services. As
    one of only a dozen or so unicorn companies in Japan, it co-creates new mobility services with various companies.

    You will be involved in introducing your own products and services to taxi operators, and supporting their stable operation and maximizing utilization.
    Leveraging your experience, you will be entrusted with tasks that support the core of a broad business.

    Details.

  • ADAS Parking Systems Section Manager

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥12,000,000~¥15,000,000

    Top Global Sales | As a foreign-affiliated automotive parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. As a long-established German company with roots in Japan and operating worldwide, it employs diverse employees, maintains a 1% turnover rate, and maintains a well-established work environment. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, and we are working on further advanced technology development.

    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.

    As manager of the software development team for ADAS parking assistance systems, you will lead solution development for Japanese automakers. In addition to developing parking assistance functions, improving quality, and promoting technological strategies, we are responsible for organizational operations, human resource development, and resource management, working closely with customers and global teams to realize next-generation ADAS functions.

    Details.

  • UX planning from a mobility perspective for the SDV era

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Executive Management, Management Planning・Corporate strategy, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥14,300,000

    In the automotive parts industry, it is one of the largest companies in Japan in the thermal systems, mobility systems, power train systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems businesses.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    As represented by Tesla, cars are constantly updated after purchase, and their value is continuously enhanced.

    Additionally, user values are diversifying, and we believe that not only improving performance but also enhancing customer experience is important.

    We are looking for colleagues to collaborate in creating UX to transform the way we work from traditional performance- and function-focused development to UX-based development.

    Details.

  • Product Delivery Technical Leader

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Aichi
    • ¥10,000,000~¥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.

    The Product Development (PD) Engineer / Technical Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating and driving product development activities for automotive cockpit electronics programs, ensuring successful execution from requirements definition through validation and production release. This role acts as a bridge between engineering teams, customers, and program management, supporting schedule management, risk mitigation, design quality activities, and technical delivery across instrument cluster, infotainment, and display programs.

    Details.

  • Program Manager

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa, Hiroshima, Aichi
    • ¥10,000,000~¥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.

    The Program Manager acts as the overall program leader and primary customer interface, responsible for delivering automotive products from concept through launch and stable production. This role drives cross-functional execution across engineering, software, purchasing, quality, manufacturing, and operations while ensuring customer expectations, business objectives, and financial targets are achieved. The position plays a critical role in strengthening OEM relationships and ensuring flawless program delivery throughout the product lifecycle.

    Details.

  • Senior IT Specialist

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Internal SE, Operation&maintenance,Technical support
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥7,000,000~¥11,000,000

    Top Global Sales | As a foreign-affiliated automotive parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. As a long-established German company with roots in Japan and operating worldwide, it employs diverse employees, maintains a 1% turnover rate, and maintains a well-established work environment. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, and we are working on further advanced technology development.

    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.

    This is a senior IT position responsible for information security, IT project management, and development environment collaboration across the board.
    As a bridge between the Japan office and the global team (mainly the German headquarters), you will promote IT governance, security, and operational improvements, supporting the digital transformation of the entire organization.

    Details.

  • Data Scientist: AI development in the mobility domain (image-based: automatic parking, hospitality services)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Data Analyst
    • Fukuoka, Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥11,400,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, body technology, and CSS, we are among the world's top five major automotive parts manufacturers.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business areas into cutting-edge technology development such as software. We also conduct joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation, constantly working on the latest technological developments.

    You will be responsible for planning, technical research, and construction of MLOps environments and data infrastructure for AI development. You will consider building on cloud (PaaS) platforms. Additionally, you will be responsible for hybrid concepts for on-premises and cloud.

    Details.

  • Data Scientist: AI Development in the Mobility Domain (Generative AI: In-vehicle Agent)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Data Analyst
    • Fukuoka, Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥11,400,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, body technology, and CSS, we are among the world's top five major automotive parts manufacturers.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business areas into cutting-edge technology development such as software. We also conduct joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation, constantly working on the latest technological developments.

    You will be responsible for developing core technologies for in-vehicle agents utilizing generative AI.
    You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating dialogue technologies and AI models that enable natural interaction between vehicles and users, understand user intentions and situations, and connect to vehicle control and in-vehicle services.

    Details.

  • Field Application Engineer(ECU Interface)

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
    • Kanagawa, Aichi
    • ¥4,500,000~¥8,300,000

    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.

    This role is responsible for providing technical support, customer consulting, and product implementation support for automotive embedded system solutions. The position focuses on customer-facing engineering activities, including both pre-sales and post-sales support, while also collaborating with internal sales teams and global stakeholders to support future business development and product planning initiatives.

    As an application engineer in the embedded systems field, you will be responsible for technical support for customers, implementation assistance, and problem-solving proposals. This position serves as a technical point of contact with customers, supporting everything from product introduction to operation, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to solve customer challenges and contribute to business expansion.

    Details.

  • Automotive ECU System Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥9,100,000

    This company is a global automotive technology supplier specializing in advanced sensing systems, electrification, and intelligent mobility solutions.
    The company operates internationally with strong R&D capabilities and collaborates with major OEMs to develop next-generation safety and in-cabin technologies.

    In this role, you will lead system engineering activities for next-generation automotive lighting systems, acting as the technical bridge between automotive OEMs and internal development teams.

    You will be responsible for requirements definition, system architecture design, cross-functional coordination, and project execution throughout the V-model development process. This role sits at the upstream stage of development and plays a key role in transforming customer requirements into technical solutions delivered by software, hardware, and mechanical engineering teams.

    Details.

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