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 Business Development Manager
Company: Visa
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Visa, a global leader in payments and technology, is seeking a Sr. Business Development Manager for its Japan Client Relationship Management (CRM) team. The role involves managing relationships with payment ecosystem stakeholders, identifying business opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams to leverage Visa's capabilities for client growth. Key responsibilities include executing strategic priorities, understanding client objectives, and maintaining high-quality relationships. The ideal candidate should have a highly disciplined approach, strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and excellent communication skills. Native level Japanese and business level English are required, along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in sales, business development, or management consulting. A strong understanding of Japanese banking, financial services, and fintech is essential. Visa is an equal opportunity employer.
Quality Assurance
Company: Hitachi Energy
Location: Hitachi, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
The job description outlines a role in Quality Assurance for a product trouble analysis. The responsibilities include analyzing root causes of product troubles, creating reports for customers, supporting site investigations, participating in quality judgments for parts and equipment, and supporting ISO audits. The role requires an Engineering degree, 5 years of technical experience in GCB/GIS or TR, team operation skills, and proficiency in English. The position emphasizes living by Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity.
Sales Development Representative
Company: Salesforce
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Salesforce, a company focused on AI, data, and CRM, is seeking a candidate for an Inside Sales role. The role involves direct business-to-business sales, with a focus on understanding customer challenges and creating high-probability business opportunities. Salesforce values training and career growth, offering a program for new hires, often from non-IT backgrounds, to develop skills in vision selling and account management. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of experience in intangible corporate sales, a strong desire to achieve goals, leadership experience, and a keen interest in a career in IT sales. Additional preferences include experience with C-level executives, CRM usage, a high drive for self-improvement, and strong communication skills.
TikTok Commerce - Integrated Marketing Manager/Senior manager - Japan
Company: TikTok
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking passionate and talented individuals to join their product and operations team. The mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy, with a focus on developing GTM strategies for Japan TikTok commerce. Responsibilities include educating the market, coordinating cross-departmental resources, identifying key marketing channels, and generating strategies for priority verticals. The ideal candidate should have excellent project management skills, strong knowledge of the Japanese commerce landscape, and fluency in both Japanese and English. TikTok values diversity and inclusivity, aiming to create an environment that reflects the many communities they reach.
Field Service Engineer II
Company: Waters
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Waters Corporation, a global leader in specialty measurement, offers a flat organizational structure with a diverse workforce ranging from 20s to 40s. The company values mid-career hires and provides a conducive environment for various backgrounds. Responsibilities include customer support for equipment setup, application validation, and technical training. The ideal candidate should have chemistry expertise and LC/MS field engineering experience, though training is provided for beginners. Waters emphasizes diversity and inclusion, fostering an equal opportunity workplace.
eCommerce Lead – APAC Digital Hub (1 year Contract)
Company: Diageo
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Diageo, a leading beverage alcohol company, is seeking an experienced eCommerce Lead for a 12-month parental leave cover. The role involves working closely with global and market teams to shape digital business and marketing opportunities, focusing on quick commerce, social commerce, and marketplaces. The eCommerce Lead will establish Proofs of Concept (POC) and frameworks to engage consumers and customers in APAC markets. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Diageo's digital transformation, connecting brands with consumers in innovative ways.
Customer Partner
Company: Kyndryl
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Kyndryl is seeking an Account Management Partner to revolutionize relationship management, drive account growth, and boost profitability. The role involves creating and maintaining deep customer connections, developing strategic account strategies, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience running account P&L, deep knowledge of business and technology trends, and a customer-focused mindset.
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Company: Kyndryl
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Kyndryl is inviting applications for a Customer Technology Advisor role. The successful candidate will be responsible for proposing infrastructure solutions in corporate IT environments, engaging in sales activities, and coordinating with customers, project members, and internal teams. They should possess deep domain knowledge, consultative selling experience, and external technical certifications. Kyndryl values diversity, inclusion, and employee development, offering benefits like learning programs and volunteering opportunities.
Trade Strategic Project Manager
Company: Sanofi U.S.
Location: Kamimaruko, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
The role involves understanding Sanofi's strategy and pipeline in Japan and other countries, acting as a Project Manager for Trade Strategic Projects like OneTrade, and developing and sharing Sanofi's overall Trade Strategy. The ideal candidate should have business-level communication skills in English and Japanese, extensive knowledge of the Japanese pharmaceutical trade environment, and over 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Key competencies include strategic acumen, analytical skills, financial acumen, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
[IJDS] Project Manager
Company: IBM
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
IBM Consulting offers a career with long-term client relationships, global collaboration, and the opportunity to work with innovative companies. As a project manager, you'll lead end-to-end projects, communicate with clients in Japanese, and manage teams of several to dozen members. Preferred skills include industry knowledge, PMI/PMP certifications, and English language proficiency.
[IBM Japan] Cloud Application Architect
Company: IBM
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
IBM is seeking an experienced Architect for its Consulting division. The role involves leading solution definition for clients, collaborating with stakeholders, and guiding technical teams. Key responsibilities include analyzing IT requirements, developing and testing applications in cloud environments, and reusing digital modernization assets. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience as an IT architect, with a focus on cloud-native application development and OSS utilization. Experience in migrating on-premises systems to cloud, conducting proposal activities, and working on multi-cloud projects (AWS/Azure/GCP) is preferred. High English proficiency is required.
Infrastructure Specialist for Pub Project Proposal & Delivery
Company: Kyndryl
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Posted Dec 03, 2024
Kyndryl is a company that designs, builds, manages, and modernizes mission-critical technology systems. They are committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive world. The Infrastructure Specialist role involves contributing to current projects, analyzing problems, offering solutions, and long-range strategic planning of IT infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in specific technology domains, enterprise IT application experience, and hands-on experience in areas like software development, DevOps engineering, systems administration, or systems architecture in public cloud AWS domain. The role offers opportunities for growth, certification, and qualifications, with many Infrastructure Specialists advancing to become Architects or Distinguished Engineers. Kyndryl values diversity and inclusivity, providing a supportive environment for employees to bring their whole selves to work.