Tech Jobs in Tokyo, Japan
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Tokyo’s tech scene thrives on a blend of cutting‑edge research and vibrant entrepreneurship, especially in districts like Shibuya, Akihabara, and Roppongi. The city’s R&D budget tops 10% of GDP, attracting global investors and startups alike. Coupled with local incentives such as the Tokyo Startup Visa, talent from around the world sees Tokyo as a launchpad for innovation.
Leading companies in Tokyo span automotive, consumer electronics, fintech, gaming, and AI. Toyota’s R&D center, Sony’s interactive division, SoftBank’s Vision Fund, Rakuten’s e‑commerce platform, and LINE’s messaging ecosystem dominate the landscape. Global giants—Google Tokyo, Amazon Japan, Microsoft Japan—have regional headquarters that offer diverse product and cloud roles. The city’s startup ecosystem hosts over 1,200 tech ventures, many headquartered in the burgeoning Shibuya and Shinjuku districts.
Living costs in Tokyo are high: a one‑bedroom apartment in central wards averages ¥150,000–¥200,000 per month, and utilities add another ¥15,000–¥20,000. Salary transparency becomes essential, allowing candidates to benchmark offers against the market, negotiate benefits that cover housing allowances, and ensure their compensation aligns with the city’s living standards.
Senior Managing Consultant, Services Business Development, North East Asia (Retail & Commerce)
Company: Mastercard
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Mastercard Services, the consulting arm of Mastercard, is seeking a Senior Managing Consultant for Business Development in North East Asia, specifically in Japan and South Korea. The role involves driving services activities across merchants, delivering against sales targets, and contributing to Mastercard Worldwide deal bids. The ideal candidate should have an undergraduate degree, preferably an MBA, and experience in top management consulting firms or relevant industries like Retail, Travel & Entertainment, and Telco. The role requires contributing to formal and informal pitches, creating persuasive written materials, and managing project delivery. The position is based in Tokyo or Seoul.
Vendor Manager, Monetization Integrity - Japan
Company: TikTok
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a Vendor Manager for its Global Monetization Integrity Team. The role involves managing vendor sites' performance, driving results through collaboration, and maintaining excellent program quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or above, 5+ years of experience in outsourcing/offshoring including Operations management & Vendor Management, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Fluency in Japanese and English is required. TikTok values diversity and inclusivity, aiming to inspire creativity and bring joy through its platform.
Design Engineer
Company: nVent
Location: Osaka, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
nVent is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide engineering support in a manufacturing environment. The role involves ensuring equipment uptime, meeting production goals, and high product quality. Key responsibilities include developing work instructions, preparing manufacturing documentation, and leading projects related to new equipment installations, cost reduction, quality improvements, and new product introductions. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 2-4 years of experience, and familiarity with Lean Manufacturing. nVent offers a dynamic global reach, diverse operations, and a commitment to strengthening communities. The company values innovation, integrity, customer focus, teamwork, optimism, and accountability.
Presentation Specialist - Analyst - Fixed Term Contractor
Company: JPMorgan Chase
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Sales Account Orchestrator Automotive industry
Company: Siemens Digital Industries Software
Location: Yokohama, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for product design, simulation, and manufacturing across various industries. Their Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software is utilized in creating Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many everyday objects. The company is seeking a customer-focused sales representative for Japanese automakers and suppliers, responsible for proposing and selling PLM and manufacturing digital twin solutions. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of the manufacturing industry, software, and strong skills in case discovery, presentation, negotiation, and customer management. A university degree is required, with proficiency in English and native-level Japanese. The role involves working in either the Shinjuku or Yokohama offices, with a competitive salary, benefits, and a comprehensive reward package.
製造・流通業界向け PM/アーキテクト/システムエンジニア
Company: IBM
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
IBM offers career growth opportunities for employees to deepen relationships with global clients and promote further collaboration. You will support clients in various industries in implementing hybrid cloud and AI-driven transformations through collaborations with experts. Your ability to deliver valuable changes to clients will be enhanced by partnerships and utilizing IBM's technology portfolio, including software and Red Hat. Curiosity and insatiable thirst for knowledge are crucial for achieving success in this role, as you are expected to challenge the status quo, explore diverse ideas, and create innovative, impactful solutions for clients' businesses. IBM provides career possibilities and growth opportunities, with a culture that welcomes your existing skills and experiences. You will be challenged to transform operational models with emerging technologies and services, focusing on leveraging global knowledge and IBM's cutting-edge technology to address business challenges and foster new innovations. This includes developing strategic IT plans based on business strategies and managing all processes from upstream to downstream for implementing changes using IT systems. The role involves proposing and executing various projects for national and global clients in sectors like automotive, machinery, general electrical, heavy machinery, factories, aviation, logistics, warehouses, and travel. Key responsibilities include studying and proposing advanced solutions, collaborating with sales and other roles to offer optimal solutions to client challenges, managing large-scale application development projects, proposing cloud-based cutting-edge technologies, and overseeing short-term development projects on the cloud.
Customer Support Engineer
Company: Cummins
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
This job role involves providing customer support for Cummins' emergency power generators, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair. The role requires strong technical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage complex situations. The ideal candidate should have experience in diesel engine setup, testing, maintenance, or repair, and proficiency in English. They should also be able to collaborate effectively with internal and external technical staff, and have a customer-centric approach. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within Cummins Japan.
Enterprise Sales Engineer
Company: Datadog
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Datadog is seeking an Enterprise Sales Engineer to provide technical expertise through sales presentations, product demonstrations, and supporting technical evaluations. The role involves partnering with the sales team, owning technical engagement with customers during the trial phase, and delivering product and technical briefings to potential clients. The ideal candidate should be passionate about educating customers on observability risks, have strong communication skills, and experience in programming/scripting. Datadog values a hybrid workplace culture, offering benefits such as best-in-breed onboarding, global benefits, and continuous professional development.
[IBM Japan TLS] Systems Service Representative_Mainframe
Company: IBM
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Jan 22, 2025