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自動車用ソフトウェアプロジェクトマネージャー/ Automotive Software Project Manager

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A global engineering company is looking for an Automotive Software Project Manager. The chosen candidate will lead customer-facing technical projects, serving as the key interface between customers, local teams, and international expertise centres.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage customer-facing telematics, onboard electronics, diagnostics, and automotive software projects for commercial vehicles and passenger cars
  • Collect, clarify, document, and follow up on customer requirements in coordination with international expertise centres
  • Lead technical communications with customers in Japan and propose optimised technical solutions
  • Prepare technical content for business proposals, customer meetings, and commercial negotiations
  • Coordinate project execution with international teams across pre-project, development, validation, production, and support phases
  • Manage and coordinate project partners in Japan and overseas as required
  • Participate in project validation activities and provide technical support for issue resolution and customised solutions
  • Conduct product demonstrations during customer meetings, events, and marketing activities
  • Contribute to future strategy development based on global technology trends and local customer needs

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in electrical engineering, electronics, computer science, or a related engineering field is preferred
  • Project management experience in the automotive sector
  • Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-management skills
  • Notions of embedded software engineering, including real-time systems and embedded Linux
  • Knowledge of automotive communication networks such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
  • QMS experience (QS9001 or IATF 16949 is ideal)
  • Business level written and verbal Japanese and English

About the Company:

A global technology company specialising in electronic systems and software for the mobility industry. The company develops and delivers innovative solutions for automotive, commercial vehicles, rail, and industrial applications, supporting safer, smarter, and more sustainable transportation.

Keywords:

ソフトウェア, 自動車, エンジニアリング, エレクトロニクス, 外資系

Job Ref: 3IESGL

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Automotive

Focus: Project Management

Industry: Electronics

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 3IESGL-6ED76A36

Date posted: 4 August 2026

Consultant: Doris Zhou