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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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Hardware Engineer (Circuit Design & Evaluation-Motorcycle EV Hardware Development)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
- Tochigi
- ¥4,500,000~¥12,200,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance by emphasizing diversity and flexible work styles is also attractive.
You will be responsible for tasks related to circuit design and evaluation, including circuit design, verification work, and component selection. This job involves designing electronic circuits for inverters that drive and control motors, controller ECUs, BMSs, etc., based on customer requirements and internal requirements, and participating in development in the mechanical area, control/software area, and building area in order to achieve targeted functions and performance.
The role of team leader will also be entrusted to you depending on your ability and experience. -
DX Promotion - Global Smart Factory & Data Utilization
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Internal SE, Network, Infrastructure engineer
- Ibaraki, Kanagawa, Miyagi
- ¥7,400,000~¥12,200,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance by emphasizing diversity and flexible work styles is also attractive.
You will deploy the IoT data platform to manufacturing sites across the global company and promote the utilization of manufacturing data.
Through dialogue with diverse stakeholders, you will capture issues onsite and contribute to the realization of Smart Factory on a company-wide scale. -
Indirect Procurement Specialist (IT/Software)|Indirect Procurement Specialist (IT/Software Procurement Area)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Internal SE
- Tokyo
- ¥4,900,000~¥8,600,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance by emphasizing diversity and flexible work styles is also attractive.
As a category buyer of IT infrastructure hardware/software, IT consulting, etc., you will participate in the development of procurement strategies and sourcing activities. This role will be responsible for contract execution while receiving internal needs and coordinating with internal and external parties. In the future, this position will lead team members. -
Digital HR - HCM System Migration & HRDX
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Internal SE, HR Information System, HR Operations
- Tokyo
- ¥5,800,000~¥12,200,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance by emphasizing diversity and flexible work styles is also attractive.
You will be responsible for the migration of the new HCM system, the establishment of the management system after the migration, and various tasks related to the utilization of the system.
You will work not only in Japan but also with all global offices. -
In-Corporate System Engineer - HR & Admin system
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Internal SE, Network, Infrastructure engineer
- Kanagawa, Tokyo
- ¥7,400,000~¥12,200,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The company also emphasizes diversity and flexible work styles, and has an attractive environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance.
You will be involved in the migration of the global HR management system (Workday).
After the migration is completed, you will be involved as a system engineer in the HR and general affairs area. -
ERP Implementation Coordinator - Finance & Cost Control, CPM
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Internal SE
- Tokyo
- ¥3,800,000~¥8,600,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The company also emphasizes diversity and flexible work styles, and has an attractive environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance.
You will work as a practitioner in the standard-compliant detailed design and global deployment of accounting and cost management systems and CPM performance management systems. -
ADAS Customer Project Manager
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Kanagawa, Aichi
- ¥9,000,000~¥13,000,000
A global automotive supplier with operations in 57 countries, shaping the future of mobility by focusing on key industry megatrends such as automated driving, electrification, and connectivity. The company was established in 2000 as a joint venture with a major Japanese company and has its headquarters and engineering center in Yokohama, providing development, technology, and products to Japanese customers.
This position leads and manages automotive projects within defined time, budget, and quality parameters. They ensure customer satisfaction and the economic success of the product throughout its lifecycle. -
Software Delivery Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥12,000,000~¥16,000,000
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. -
Information Security Risk Specialist|Information Security Risk Management Specialist
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Cyber Security
- Kanagawa, Tokyo
- ¥7,400,000~¥8,600,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The environment that supports employee growth and work-life balance by emphasizing diversity and flexible work styles is also attractive.
You will be responsible for promoting continuous improvement of information security, including policies, systems, plans, implementation, inspections, and reviews to ensure the safety of information security, taking into consideration laws, regulations, and standards, with respect to information security involving group companies as well. Information security includes confidential information management and personal information protection. -
Global Investment Management
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Data Analyst, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Miyagi
- ¥3,800,000~¥6,500,000
We are a global supplier created in 2021 through integration. Our mission is to realize an advanced and sustainable mobility society. The company has offices in 27 countries around the world and employs approximately 80,000 people. The company has a wide range of business areas including powertrain, chassis, ADAS/automatic driving, motorcycles, and aftermarket, and demonstrates its strength in the CASE area. 50% reduction of CO₂ emissions by 2030 is targeted, and large-scale production of motors and inverters for EVs is underway. The company also emphasizes diversity and flexible work styles, and provides a supportive environment for employee growth and work-life balance.
The position will be responsible for planning and managing investment plans for motorcycle and EV product production facilities, as well as conducting forecasting and actual management. -
In-house System Engineer (System Development & Operations Engineer)|Core System Development & Operations
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- IT, Internal SE, Operation&maintenance,Technical support
- Tokyo
- ¥5,500,000~¥7,500,000
Our company is the top company in Japan in the car navigation industry. While the company has a long history and a stable foundation, it is also taking on the challenge of doing business with the trends of the times. As for products for individuals, we mainly manufacture and sell in-vehicle equipment such as car navigation systems, car audio systems, and drive recorders. For corporate customers, the company's main business is mobility solution services. In addition to its own brand of car navigation systems, the company also supplies OEM products to automobile manufacturers for their OEM car navigation systems, and from 2020 is partnering with a major automobile parts manufacturer to develop an integrated cockpit for the next-generation CASE automobiles.
This job is related to the operation and development of core systems. Depending on your experience and inclination, you will be in charge of either the head office and sales core system or the finance and accounting core system. -
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.
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