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Application Development Engineering Jobs

We recruit professionals for roles across the chemicals and raw materials industry in Japan, covering both permanent and contract opportunities. With established connections in Tokyo, Osaka, and other major cities, we work with manufacturers, suppliers, and trading companies throughout the industry. Our team connects Japanese-speaking professionals with rewarding career opportunities in this essential and evolving market. Whether you're growing your team or planning your next move, we’re here to help you navigate Japan’s chemicals industry.

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精密コーティングスペシャリスト/ Precision Coating Specialist

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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 7 September 2026

A multinational materials science and technology company is looking for a Precision Coating Specialist. The selected candidate will develop coating processes, conduct prototyping and evaluation, support scale-up and manufacturing transfer, and introduce new coating equipment within Corporate R&D.
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メッキ技術エンジニア/ Plating Technology Engineer

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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 27 August 2026

An international manufacturing company is looking for a Plating Technology Engineer. The selected candidate will develop and evaluate plating materials, chemistries, and processes, conduct structured experiments, solve technical issues, and collaborate with R&D, Product Development, Manufacturing, and global engineering teams.
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フィールドアプリエンジニアリングマネージャー/ Field Apps Engineering Manager

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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 25 August 2026

A global semiconductor manufacturing company is looking for a Manager, Field Applications Engineering. The selected candidate will lead technical engagements with customers, oversee product evaluations, and drive strategic application initiatives.
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エキスパートテクノロジスト/ Expert Technologist

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Salary: ¥15,000,000 - ¥18,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 18 August 2026

A global energy and chemical company is looking for an Expert Technologist. The selected candidate will drive product technology strategy, technical support, training, compliance, and industry engagement across the market.
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アプリケーション開発担当// Application Development Engineer

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Salary: ¥6,300,000 - ¥8,200,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 18 August 2026

外資系半導体関連メーカーにてアプリケーション開発担当の募集がございます。業務上、約40%程度の出張が発生します。勤務地は神奈川県です。週2日まで在宅勤務が可能なポジションです。
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アプリケーションサイエンティスト// Application Scientist

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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 18 August 2026

計算化学プラットフォーム企業にて、アプリケーションサイエンティストの募集です。最先端の計算科学技術を活用し、国内の研究機関や企業と連携しながら、研究成果の社会・ビジネスへの活用を推進していただきます。MD、QM、MLのいずれかの分野における研究経験をお持ちの方は歓迎いたします。
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アプリケーションエンジニアマネージャー/ Application Engineering Manager

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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 14 August 2026

A global company in the adhesives and materials industry is seeking a Manager of Application Engineering. The selected candidate will lead the application engineering team, develop adhesive solutions, manage technical projects, support semiconductor-related applications, and drive long-term technical strategies.
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アプリケーションサイエンティスト/ Application Scientist

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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 30 July 2026

A global life sciences company is seeking an Application Scientist. The role focuses on bridging scientific expertise with real-world use cases, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving data-driven decision-making. This is a remote role.
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アプリケーションエンジニア（プリセールス）/ Application Engineer (Pre-sales)

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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥7,500,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 28 July 2026

A global chemical manufacturer is looking for an Application Engineer (Pre-sales). The selected candidate will provide technical product support, deliver presentations, assess customer applications, and support product implementation.
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