Tech Jobs in JP Tokyo

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Tokyo’s tech scene is booming thanks to a mix of global giants and a vibrant startup ecosystem. Companies like LINE, Rakuten, and Mercari are hiring thousands of engineers, while incubators in Shibuya and Roppongi nurture AI and fintech innovations. The city’s excellent infrastructure and international talent pool make it a magnet for tech professionals seeking growth and exposure.

Tech roles in Tokyo span software engineering, data science, AI research, product management, UX design, DevOps, cybersecurity, mobile development, cloud architecture, and blockchain. Industries driving demand include e‑commerce (Zozotown), gaming (DeNA, CyberAgent), fintech (GMO, SBI), automotive connected‑car (Toyota, Honda), robotics (Fujitsu, NEC), and biotech. Many of these firms are headquartered in Marunouchi, Chiyoda, or the high‑tech corridor around Shinjuku.

Living in Tokyo can be expensive: a one‑bedroom apartment in Shibuya averages ¥200,000 per month, and commuting costs add up quickly. Transparent salary listings let you gauge whether a role’s pay—typically ¥10M‑¥15M for mid‑level software engineers—covers living expenses. With clear numbers up front, you can negotiate better, choose the right neighborhood, and avoid hidden costs that could erode your take‑home pay.

Account Strategist, Mid-Market Sales, Google Customer Solutions

Company: Google

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job posting is for a Mid-Market Sales role in Google Customer Solutions, focusing on helping businesses grow their digital marketing capabilities. The role involves managing a portfolio of businesses, driving customer growth, and delivering outstanding customer experiences. The ideal candidate should have experience in account management, sales, or marketing, with fluency in English and Japanese. Preferred qualifications include experience in technology, advertising, media sales, or internet environments, and familiarity with Google Ads and YouTube account management. The role is customer-facing, requiring interactions in Japanese with local stakeholders.

Senior Accountant

Company: EF Education First

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 23, 2025

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Company: IBM

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 23, 2025

IBM offers career growth opportunities for employees to deepen relationships with global clients and promote further collaboration. They support clients in driving transformative changes using hybrid cloud and AI, leveraging partnerships and IBM's technology portfolio. Curiosity and insatiable thirst for knowledge are crucial for success in this role, which involves challenging the status quo, exploring various ideas, and creating innovative solutions to impact clients' businesses. IBM provides career possibilities and growth opportunities, with a culture that welcomes and builds upon employees' existing skills and experiences. The role involves proposing and delivering numerous long-term projects for application development, maintenance, modernization, and business process enhancement. Instead of merely providing labor or cost-cutting, IBM approaches these as opportunities for IT structure reform and problem-solving, offering comprehensive consulting services from planning to execution. Required skills include IT strategy consulting, IT organization transformation, ITIL process consulting, service proposal, and experience in cloud environment application architecture, system design, and migration projects.

Industry Consultant - Industrial & Distribution Services

Company: IBM

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 23, 2025

IBM Consulting offers a career with long-term relationships and collaboration with global clients. You'll work with visionaries across industries to enhance hybrid cloud and AI journeys. The role encourages curiosity, innovation, and creative problem-solving. It involves consulting on IT strategy, business design, system design, development, and testing for manufacturing and distribution industries. The position requires experience in consulting, project management, and IT planning, with preferred expertise in digital strategy, solution sales, and management strategy consulting.

Platform Solutions Engineer, Japan

Company: Workato

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Key Account Manager, Stryker Sustainability Solutions

Company: Stryker

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Stryker Japan is seeking a seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience in medical/pharmaceutical sales, particularly in the Kansai region. The role involves expanding the market for Reprocessing of Single Use Devices (R-SUD) in the western part of Japan, achieving individual sales targets, and managing sales strategies. Key responsibilities include setting sales objectives, anticipating market changes, identifying business expansion opportunities, and maintaining strong relationships with key opinion leaders and distributors. Stryker, a leading medical technology company, offers a comprehensive rewards package and a positive work environment, recently named one of the World's Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine.

[IBM Japan] Tech-Advisory Consultant / Solution Architect

Company: IBM

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Jan 23, 2025

IBM Consulting offers a career with long-term relationships and collaboration with global clients. As an Architect, you'll lead solution definition, guide technical teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to transform detailed solutions. Required expertise includes experience in cloud environments, systemization concept development, and enterprise architecture. Preferred skills include application architect experience in cloud environments and designing systems for migration to AWS, Azure, or GCP. Fluency in English and Japanese is beneficial.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in JP Tokyo?
<p>Tokyo hosts a full spectrum of tech roles: <strong>software engineers</strong> (frontend, backend, full stack), <strong>data scientists</strong> and <strong>AI researchers</strong> at LINE and Sony; <strong>product managers</strong> shaping mobile apps for Mercari; <strong>UX/UI designers</strong> in gaming studios like DeNA; <strong>DevOps and cloud architects</strong> at SoftBank Cloud; <strong>cybersecurity specialists</strong> for NEC; and <strong>mobile developers</strong> for fintech firms such as GMO. Each role comes with clear salary ranges posted on JobTransparency.</p>
How does remote work compare to on-site work in Tokyo tech roles?
<p>While some companies adopt hybrid models, the majority of tech teams in Tokyo still prefer on‑site collaboration due to tight project cycles and the value of face‑to‑face communication. Remote options are more common for senior architects or data roles, but most entry‑level positions require on‑site presence. Companies like Rakuten and LINE offer flexible arrangements, but applicants should verify remote policies during interviews.</p>
Who are the major tech employers in Tokyo?
<p>Key employers include <strong>LINE</strong> (Shibuya), <strong>Rakuten</strong> (Shibuya), <strong>SoftBank</strong> (Minato), <strong>Mercari</strong> (Shibuya), <strong>CyberAgent</strong> (Shibuya), <strong>DeNA</strong> (Shinjuku), <strong>GMO</strong> (Minato), <strong>Toyota Connected Mobility</strong> (Chiyoda), <strong>Fujitsu</strong> (Chiyoda), and <strong>NEC</strong> (Chiyoda). These firms dominate hiring and offer a range of roles across software, infrastructure, and product development.</p>
What are the salary expectations for tech jobs in Tokyo?
<p>Typical salary bands in Tokyo are: entry‑level software engineers ¥5M‑¥7M, mid‑level ¥8M‑¥12M, senior ¥13M‑¥18M, and lead architects or managers ¥20M‑¥25M. Specialized roles such as AI researchers or blockchain engineers can command above ¥15M. Transparent listings let you benchmark against peers and negotiate based on your experience and cost‑of‑living adjustments.</p>
How can I relocate to Tokyo for a tech job?
<p>Start by securing a work visa—most tech roles sponsor a “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” visa. Learn basic Japanese to navigate daily life and networking events. Target neighborhoods like Shibuya, Shinjuku, or Roppongi for proximity to tech hubs; budget ¥200,000‑¥300,000 for a one‑bedroom apartment. Leverage local meetup groups (e.g., Tokyo Python, JAX) to build connections, and use JobTransparency’s relocation guides that list employer relocation packages and housing assistance.</p>

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