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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  • Hardware Electrical Engineer (Leader)

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive, Micromobility, Software platform, Transportation, Trafic
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥10,000,000

    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.

    Our mission is to provide safer and more reliable vehicles and services by utilizing electric and electronic technologies in quality improvement and new development of electric micromobility.

    Details.

  • Back-end engineer (business operations systems)

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), SE(Web, OPEN)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥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.

    There are two areas: one for users (iOS and Android apps) and the other for back operations supporting the operation.

    Details.

  • GNC Engineer (Guidance, Navigation, and Control)

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, 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 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 operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide. 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.

    Details.

  • Corporate IT

    • Logistics & Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse, Others
    • IT, Internal SE
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥8,000,000

    It is a logistics tech startup operating a matching platform business connecting shippers and shipping companies, as well as a SaaS business supporting operational DX for shippers.
    In the logistics industry exceeding 14 trillion yen, we will transform Japan's logistics by integrating our brand and nationwide sales network with the structure and products of our office business. Future social issues are directly linked to business growth, and this area attracts very high attention from investors and client companies. Due to its high growth potential, many investments from major corporations have been realized.

    This position supports management and business operations through planning, management, and operation of business IT infrastructure and its continuous improvement. You will support both your business and organization from both IT and security perspectives, and in the future, as a core member/leader candidate in the information security and corporate IT fields, you will be responsible for building the overall control and operational foundation for the organization.

    Details.

  • IT Application Engineering Manager

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • IT, Internal SE, Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Network, Infrastructure engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥12,000,000

    This company, headquartered in Germany, is the only company in the world that can achieve model-based development using only its own products, which is undergoing a rapid expansion, especially in the automotive industry.

    This position is responsible for the administration, operation and maintenance of ERP, CRM and other business applications, and project management during system implementation and migration.
    You will also be involved in internal and external coordination and upstream processes in the introduction of new services in cooperation with the development team at the German headquarters.

    Details.

  • System design and platform development for automated driving and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥7,000,000~¥14,000,000

    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.
    Currently, we are focusing on four areas: electrification, connectivity, advanced safety/autonomous driving, and non-in-vehicle business (FA/agriculture)], and in particular, in the field of autonomous driving, we are conducting demonstration experiments on public roads for Lv4 autonomous driving, and are working towards the future of safe and secure mobility systems.

    In this position, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for automobiles are rapidly evolving, and we are working on the development of the latest advanced driver assistance systems to contribute to the safety, safety, comfort, and convenience of automobiles. You will be involved in system design, functional safety (ISO26262)/SOTIF (ISO21448) design, and platform development of ADAS integrated systems that combine sensor recognition such as radar and cameras with control applications such as ACC/AEB/lane keeping assist.

    *If you are initially assigned to Tokyo, you may have a long-term business trip to the head office (Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture) for a certain period of time immediately after joining the company. (From the perspective of networking and sharing how to proceed with work)
    The specific period will be consulted based on the content of the work and the person's situation. (A few weeks ~ a few months (up to 6 months))

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  • Solution Implementation Consultant

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment, Software platform
    • Consulting, IT Consultant, Strategic Consultant, Retail Sales (B2C), Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo, Osaka
    • ¥4,700,000~¥12,000,000

    We provide Saas services to solve direct problems in the manufacturing industry, which accounts for approximately 20% of Japanese industry.
    We have already succeeded in raising approximately 30 billion yen in funding, and are currently a rapidly growing company.
    It has already succeeded in raising approximately 30 billion yen in funding and is currently growing rapidly.


    With the accelerated deployment of multiple products/solutions across a wide range of areas and company sizes, there is an increasing need to identify customer issues in more detail and clarify whether our products can actually solve those issues and at what level they can demonstrate a return on investment.
    In this position, you will reduce uncertainty and increase the probability of success.

    Details.

  • Design Application Engineer

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥11,000,000

    The company is headquartered in Germany and is the only company in the world that is able to realize model-based development exclusively with its own products, which is undergoing a rapid expansion, especially in the automotive industry.

    In projects, we perform engineering work on our software products in the areas of automatic production code generation, AUTOSAR, and software-in-the-loop simulation, including virtualized control units. We are also responsible for providing a variety of engineering services including customer training and customer support.

    Details.

  • Solution Delivery (Implementation Consultant / Project Manager)

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Strategic Consultant, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,500,000~¥6,500,000

    A Singapore-based startup and mobility-related technology company that specifically provides on-demand shared-ride transportation solutions.
    The company utilizes proprietary routing algorithms to achieve efficient route optimization and fleet management, thereby helping to reduce commuting and transportation costs. The company's services are mainly for corporate customers and cover a wide range of applications such as employee transportation and logistics optimization.

    As a professional in the company's technology, products, and the solutions it provides, you will be responsible for studying and implementing solutions to customer issues.
    We will work with the business development sales team from the pre-contract sales phase to determine how to solve the client's issues, and after the contract is signed, we will accompany the client through the actual delivery of the solution and stable operation of the service.

    Details.

  • Building a career in the automotive industry (C++ preferred! Major Automobile Manufacturer/Prime Project)

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo, Tochigi, Aichi
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    A systems integrator and software company with offices in Silicon Valley and Dallas, Texas, and a group of companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Inc. We have over 10 years of experience supporting OEM and tier-one companies in the telecommunications and automotive industries in North America.

    Join us and leverage your experience to build a new career in the automotive industry!
    Major vehicle manufacturers are not only developing software for the next generation of in-vehicle information devices such as meters, HUDs, and IVI
    , but also the hardware itself
    will need to evolve further.
    Through our prime projects, you will be exposed to the latest in-vehicle system technologies, and you will be able to
    feel the satisfaction of developing the next generation of complete vehicles and contributing to society, as well as improve your skills.

    Details.

  • Associate Application Engineer

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,200,000

    This company, headquartered in Germany, is the only company in the world capable of model-based development using only its own products, which is undergoing a period of rapid expansion, particularly in the automotive industry.

    The successful candidate will be responsible for building state-of-the-art software and hardware environments to support the development and validation of electronic control units (ECUs) for automotive, off-highway, aerospace, and other industrial applications. As part of a global team, you will work closely with development engineers at our German headquarters to innovate our customers' ECU development and validation environments using our products and drive customer innovation through technology.

    Details.

  • Cloud Engineer for Leading Satellite Company

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • IT, Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Network, Infrastructure engineer
    • 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 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 operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide. 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.

    In this role you will design, implement, and maintain the cloud infrastructure used by our team to help develop satellites. Your work will be critical to the smooth development and successful mission execution of satellite operations and development.

    Details.

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