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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  • Embedded Software Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Saitama
    • ¥5,500,000~¥8,800,000

    Our company is one of the top domestic companies in car navigation technology. With a long history and stable foundation, we are also challenging ourselves to keep pace with the times. For individual customers, we mainly manufacture and sell in-vehicle devices such as car navigation systems, car audio, and dashcams. For corporate customers, we mainly offer mobility solution services. In addition to our own brands, we also supply car navigation systems as OEM to genuine car navigation systems for automakers. Since 2020, we have partnered with major automotive parts manufacturers to develop integrated cockpits compatible with next-generation automotive cases.

    You will be responsible for developing IVI (In-Vehicle Infotainment) devices such as car navigation and display audio, as well as control software for CDC (Cockpit Domain Controller).

    Details.

  • Exterier Designer | Automotive Exterior Designer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Design engineer,UI/UX designer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,500,000~¥9,500,000

    It is one of Japan's leading major automobile manufacturers. It operates mainly in the development, production, and sales of automobiles and related parts, both domestically and internationally. It has strengths in SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and has a broad sales record in global markets.
    The company is advancing technology development aimed at solving social issues through mobility and realizing a sustainable society. In addition to electrification, advanced safety technologies, and connected technologies, it is also engaged in research and demonstration in next-generation mobility fields.

    You will be responsible for design development of advanced and mass-produced vehicles. Depending on your experience and achievements, you will also be responsible for lead project designers and project management tasks.

    Details.

  • AD/ADAS System Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As an HMI (Human Machine Interface) development engineer supporting user experiences in autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), this position is responsible for displaying and designing driver assistance functions using meter displays and vehicle switches. Active in ADAS, HMI, systems engineering, MBSE, in-vehicle software, functional design, and system verification, developing highly safe and convenient user interfaces for the global market. Involved broadly from requirements definition to simulation and vehicle verification, this is a crucial role in creating safe and intuitive driving experiences for next-generation mobility.

    Details.

  • ADAS System Performance Design and Vehicle Application Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,800,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As a system development engineer for autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), this position covers a wide range of responsibilities including system design, vehicle fitting, functional safety, control development, and HMI design. While active in areas such as ADAS, system design, in-vehicle software, functional safety, control compliance, vehicle development, simulation, and verification, I promote the development of next-generation driver assistance systems tailored to market and vehicle model requirements. I am consistently involved from design to actual vehicle evaluation, contributing to the realization of a safe and comfortable mobility experience, making this position rich in technological expansion and growth opportunities.

    Details.

  • Software Quality Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Other (Localization, QA), QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This position is a world-leading automaker, responsible for improving the quality of in-vehicle software that supports next-generation mobility and building development processes. By leveraging industry standards such as ASPICE and ISO26262, you collaborate with internal and external engineers and global suppliers to promote high-quality software development. This is an attractive career opportunity where you can pursue a career as a software quality specialist or future management position while engaging with cutting-edge technologies.

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  • Connected Car (Onboard) Infotainment System Function Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,890,000~¥7,660,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This position is responsible for developing the functions of infotainment systems, which are central to next-generation connected cars, and creating new in-car experiences in conjunction with the cloud and smartphones. Collaborating with global partners such as Google, Amazon, Apple, and diverse in-house development teams, I lead everything from planning advanced services to architectural design and product commercialization. It is an environment full of fulfillment and growth opportunities where you can take on the challenge of developing innovative features that will change the car lives of users worldwide.

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  • Connected Car (Onboard) - In-Car UX/UI Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), SE(Control, Embedded), Design engineer,UI/UX designer
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,890,000~¥7,660,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As an in-vehicle UX/UI development engineer who creates next-generation connected car user experiences, this position leads UI design for advanced systems such as IVI, meters, and HUDs. In addition to in-house planning, design, and development teams, we collaborate with global technology partners to deliver intuitive and engaging in-vehicle experiences from the customer's perspective. Being involved in cutting-edge connected technologies and influencing the car lives of users worldwide is a rewarding and significant role.

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  • AD/ADAS Development Strategy Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Business planning・Business management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥6,000,000~¥10,500,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    Responsible for development strategies for next-generation autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), leading cross-vehicle adoption of driver assistance and preventive safety technologies. Leveraging expertise in autonomous driving, ADAS, vehicle development, product planning, technology strategy, and project management, collaborate with advanced development and product planning departments to formulate functional concepts and recruitment strategies with an eye toward future mobility. Involved from the planning phase of cutting-edge technologies, this is a highly influential position that shapes the direction of next-generation vehicles deployed in the global market.

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  • AD/ADAS Software Requirements Design, HIL Evaluation, and Global Application Promotion Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Other (Localization, QA)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    In the development of automotive ECU software, which is central to autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), this position promotes requirements definition, software design, HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) evaluation, verification environment construction, and global deployment. While active in fields such as ADAS, AD, in-vehicle software, ECU development, functional safety, system verification, HILS, and project management, I contribute to improving the safety and performance of next-generation mobility. I am involved broadly from design to evaluation and real-world vehicle validation, playing a crucial role in supporting the future of autonomous driving technology.

    Details.

  • Embedded Software Development Engineer (Autonomous Driving, SDV, etc.)

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥10,500,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This position promotes the development of embedded software for autonomous driving, SDV, and in-vehicle ECUs, which are central to next-generation mobility. From requirements definition to architecture design, implementation, testing, and development utilizing CI/CD, you will be involved in a wide range of tasks, playing a crucial role in delivering cutting-edge technology to mass-produced vehicles. By collaborating with global teams and diverse engineers, you can create an attractive environment where self-developed software can be installed in vehicles worldwide, offering a sense of scale and significant growth opportunities.

    Details.

  • SDV Development Strategy

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Executive Management, Management Planning・Corporate strategy, Business planning・Business management, Product Marketing, Planning, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This position is responsible for developing SDV (Software Defined Vehicle), which is the core of next-generation mobility, and promotes overall optimization of software and electronic system development. Collaborating with each development department, you will lead the formulation of development roadmaps, budget management, and technical strategy formulation, and also make proposals to management. By being involved in a wide range of fields including SDV, software development, electronic control, technology strategy, business planning, and project management, you will contribute to the creation of development systems and competitiveness that support future mobility, making this a highly influential position.

    Details.

  • SDV Development Environment Setup Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As a development environment construction engineer supporting the realization of next-generation SDVs (Software Defined Vehicles), this position is responsible for designing and building cloud-native development platforms, DevOps/CI/CD environments, and simulation environments. By building cutting-edge development platforms supporting autonomous driving and connected car development, you contribute to improving software development efficiency and quality. This is an attractive role where you can collaborate with diverse engineers both inside and outside the company to engage in core technologies supporting future mobility development.

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