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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  • Project Coordinator

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥11,000,000

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

    In this position, you will be responsible for the dedicated quotation of a custom-built ECU validation simulator (hardware-in-the-loop simulator), as well as the ordering and scheduling of projects. He/she will work closely with the sales department, engineering department, and the German headquarters to support the smooth progress of the project. The successful candidate must have a strong technical understanding (no engineer-level implementation skills required), be a team player and communicator, and be able to communicate in English at a business level.

    Details.

  • Software Architect (Telematics Products)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥9,000,000~¥12,000,000

    Their experienced team specializes in designing, producing, and selling components, integrated systems, modules, and services to automakers and the aftermarket. With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the company operates almost 200 plants, 20 research centers, 39 development centers with reported sales of €19.1 billion.

    The company offers a broad range of smart sensors and features that enhance vehicle safety and comfort, including automated parking systems and advanced driving assistance technologies.

    This position is for a Software Architect specializing in embedded systems for on-board computers and ECUs. The role focuses on defining software The role focuses on defining software architecture for connected car and telematics solutions, working across cross-functional engineering disciplines. It involves collaboration with global teams and direct interaction with customers during the early phases of development to ensure robust, standard-compliant, and cost-optimized product architecture.

    Details.

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

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥7,000,000~¥14,000,000

    The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
    Currently, the company is focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture)].



    In this position, we are working on the development of the latest advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to contribute to the safety, security, comfort, and convenience of automobiles. We are working on system design, functional safety (ISO26262) / SOTIF (ISO21448) design, and platform development for ADAS integrated systems that combine sensor recognition such as radar and camera with control applications such as ACC/AEB/Lane Keeping Assist. You will be involved in the following tasks.

    *If you are initially assigned to Tokyo, you may be required to go on 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 work procedures)
    The specific period will be discussed based on the nature of the work and the individual's situation. (Several weeks to several months (up to 6 months at the most))

    Details.

  • Automotive Embedded Software Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Aichi
    • ¥10,400,000~¥15,000,000

    Since its establishment in 1948, the company has continued to grow with the expansion of the automotive industry and the shift to IoT in factories with its device and solution products.
    In the CASE of the automotive industry, which is said to be undergoing a once-in-a-century transformation, the demand for microcontrollers and power semiconductors, which are the company's strengths, is expected to increase as vehicles become more sophisticated, including EVs and automated driving.
    Demand for electronic devices that combine the company's strengths in microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and solutions is expected to continue to grow.
    Among these, the company supports the automotive industry in the Tokai region with special sales rights in the Chubu area for in-vehicle microcontrollers from a certain manufacturer, which are used in 40% of the world's automobiles.
    The company aims to grow as a global supplier in the field of advanced electronics with a management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of the times.
    We are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.


    In this position, you will be an expert in-vehicle embedded software development engineer.

    Details.

  • Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A global technology company dedicated to the future of safe and sustainable mobility, providing software and hardware solutions primarily for the automotive sector. The company's business focuses on advanced automotive safety systems, connectivity, and electrical architecture, designed and developed for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). It also leads the industry in data and power distribution capabilities and plays a key role in the design of next-generation vehicle architectures.

    The company operates in more than 77 locations worldwide, with a particular focus on developing solutions for connected cars, sensors and electric vehicles. The company is particularly focused on developing solutions for connected cars, sensors, and electric vehicles. In addition, the company also promotes sustainable initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality.

    The Project Manager position is responsible for business and project execution and their profitability. You will carry out your role as a life cycle owner
    from project estimation to the end of production. The main responsibilities of the project manager are to ensure that products are transferred to mass production on time and with high quality, and to prepare project status reports.

    Project manager is responsible for business and project execution and those profitability.
    S / he acts as the project life cycle owner from quote to the end of production of production; responsible to achieve flawless
    production launches - full ownership to deliver end to end project on time, with quality; consolidates reporting on project statuses. consolidates reporting on project statuses.

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  • Internal IT Planning Leader

    • Financial Services
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Internal SE
    • Aichi
    • ¥7,100,000~¥10,200,000

    This Japanese company is a leading provider in the Japanese financial services industry, offering a wide range of financial products to its customers and dealers, including auto loans, leasing, and insurance. Playing a key role through customized financing solutions to support auto sales and improve customer mobility, the company operates in more than 40 countries and territories, and its finance business continues to grow globally as sales volumes increase. With a focus on innovation and reliability, the company is transforming itself into a mobility services company and is actively pursuing new business ventures to strengthen its brand and contribute to the growth of the automotive industry.

    This company in Japan is a leading financial services provider in Japan offering a range of products including automobile loans, leases, and insurance, to customers and dealers. The company plays a pivotal role in supporting automotive sales and enhancing customer mobility with tailored financing solutions. Operating in over 40 countries and regions, the company's financial business continues to expand as sales volumes grow globally. Committed to innovation and reliability, the company is also transforming into a mobility service company, actively pursuing new business Committed to innovation and reliability, the company is also transforming into a mobility service company, actively pursuing new business ventures to further strengthen its brand and contribute to the growth of the automotive industry.

    As the team leader of the internal IT team responsible for promoting internal information systems, you will lead the IT reform initiatives within the A recent major infrastructure replacement project transitioned the company to a fully cloud-based environment, strengthening application development and tool implementation for business reform in internal departments. A recent major infrastructure replacement project transitioned the company to a fully cloud-based environment, strengthening application development and tool implementation for business reform in internal departments. Since the system environment has been transitioned to Microsoft Azure, candidates with experience in business productivity will be responsible for IT planning, project management, and supporting key departments such as HR, accounting, and legal. The responsibilities will mainly involve project initiation and management for the application side. The responsibilities will mainly involve project initiation and management for the application side, as experts handle infrastructure, security, and help desk functions.

    Details.

  • Product Manager

    • Logistics & Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse, Others
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000

    We are a logistics tech startup company that operates a matching platform business connecting shippers and carriers and a SaaS business supporting operational DX for shippers.
    In the over 14 trillion yen logistics industry, we will transform Japan's logistics by combining our brand, nationwide sales network, and the structure and products of our office business. We will transform logistics in Japan by combining our brand and nationwide sales network with the structure and products of our office business in the over 14 trillion yen logistics industry. The company's business growth is directly linked to future social issues, and it is an area that is attracting a great deal of attention from investors and client companies.

    Japan's logistics industry, which has high standards even by global standards, is now at a crossroads.
    Until now, the quality of Japan's logistics has been supported by the efforts of each and every person working on site.
    However, we are approaching a future in which we will no longer be able to receive the quality of logistics services that we have taken for granted because fewer people will be working and they will be working fewer hours.
    At our company, we are trying to create a world where the high quality of logistics can be sustained and improved by transforming the current situation, which is supported by the efforts of people, through the power of technology and mechanisms.
    One of the attractions of this position is that the resolution of issues faced by the companies we meet in the sales arena is directly related to the resolution of logistics issues in Japan, and we are able to work on solving social issues through our work.

    Details.

  • Software Development Engineer (Control Systems)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,500,000~¥7,000,000

    Founded in the mid-1980s, the company specializes in developing high-performance electronic components, including power semiconductors, integrated circuits, and sensors. It serves industries such as automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment, providing reliable, energy-efficient solutions. The company has built a strong reputation for innovation and quality, expanding its global presence over the years. Its products play a vital role in powering systems across various sectors, from automotive electronics to smart devices. By continually investing in research and development, the company remains a key player in the evolving semiconductor industry.

    You will work on projects matching your skills, ranging from customer negotiations and requirements definition to software development and project management. Your tasks will include upstream processes like proposals and basic design, as well as software development, verification, and testing. For in-house software development projects, you will handle everything from development to testing at the factory or customer site. For projects with major equipment manufacturers, you'll be involved in customer proposals, requirements definition, and testing, with some work done on- site. Software development is primarily in-house, with final evaluations conducted on actual equipment at the customer's location. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor industry.

    Details.

  • Software Development Engineer (System Development)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), SE(Web, OPEN), SE(General purpose)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,500,000~¥7,000,000

    Founded in the mid-1980s, the company specializes in developing high-performance electronic components, including power semiconductors, integrated circuits, and sensors. It serves industries such as automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment, providing reliable, energy-efficient solutions. The company has built a strong reputation for innovation and quality, expanding its global presence over the years. Its products play a vital role in powering systems across various sectors, from automotive electronics to smart devices. By continually investing in research and development, the company remains a key player in the evolving semiconductor industry.

    You will develop cutting-edge web applications that control semiconductor manufacturing equipment, working with a simulator to replace the actual equipment. Your responsibilities will include basic and detailed design, programming, evaluation, and testing, tailored to your experience level. While most development will be done in-house, there may be occasions where you'll work on-site at the customer's location, depending on project requirements. You will collaborate with a small team, typically 1 to 3 people, to ensure successful project execution. This role offers the opportunity to work in a growing industry with a This role offers the opportunity to work in a growing industry with a retention rate of over 95%, contributing to the advancement of semiconductor and liquid crystal technologies used in everyday electronics.

    Details.

  • Software Application Engineer (Verification & Validation)

    • Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥4,600,000~¥8,500,000

    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.

  • 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.

  • Implementation Consulting/Project Management (Data Analysis Business Solution Delivery)

    • Manufacturer, Micromobility
    • IT, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    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 main focus is on services for enterprises, and it supports a wide range of applications such as employee transportation and logistics optimization.

    The company provides carpooling transportation applications and delivery route optimization systems for logistics in seven countries using its world-record holding routing algorithm. The company has been funded by prominent Japanese business companies and VCs, and was selected as one of Forbes Asia's 100 Companies to Watch.

    Solution Delivery is a professional service that provides solutions based on the company's technology and products, and is responsible for the study and implementation of solutions to client issues under the slogan "Make things happen.
    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.
    This time, we are looking for a member who will be mainly responsible for building and implementing a data integration platform especially for the transportation industry.

    Details.

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