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Let our industry specialists listen to your aspirations and present your story to the organisations in Japan that fit you the best as we collaborate to write the next chapter of your successful career.

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Accounting & finance Explore your full potential with roles where you're more than just a number. Automotive Take your pick from the latest roles across the automotive industry in Japan. Banking & financial services Let us help match you with roles at the most coveted organisations. Chemical Explore new opportunities in the chemical industry. Digital Level up your career by working in a cutting edge digital role. Energy & infrastructure Let us help match you with roles at the most coveted firms. Healthcare, medical & pharmaceutical Explore a new chapter in the healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical sectors. Human resources Secure a role where you’re empowered to help people be the best they can be. Industrial & electrical Build a career within an organisation of the forefront of national progress. Legal, compliance & risk Take your pick from Japan's most prestigious in-house and legal firm roles. M&A advisory & consulting Connect with employers where your expertise in advisory and consulting is seen and valued. Marketing Play an instrumental part in the story of leading brands and employers. Retail Discover a new chapter in the world of retail as we help you find the ideal sales professional role that suits your unique talents and ambitions. Sales Not all sales professionals and roles are the same, let us help you find the right one for you. Secretarial & business support Connect with employers where your administration skills are seen and valued. Supply chain & procurement Making things better, smoother, faster. That's were you come in to make a difference. Tax & assurance Connect with employers where your tax & assurance expertise is seen and valued. Technology & transformation Level up your career by working on cutting edge projects and technology in Japan.
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Development Jobs

We recruit information technology jobs in Japan, covering both permanent and contract roles for skilled IT professionals. With strong networks across Tokyo, Osaka, and wider Japan, we work with multinational firms, large enterprises, and innovative start-ups. Our roles span a variety of functions, offering exciting opportunities for professionals looking to grow their careers in Japan’s fast-paced and evolving tech industry. 

Jobs

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Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 5 September 2026

A global technology company is looking for a Golang Engineer. The selected candidate will design and develop scalable load-balancer solutions, optimise platform operations, and build web APIs to support reliable traffic management. This is a temp role.
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥16,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 1 September 2026

外資系ITコンサルティング企業にて、クラウドデリバリーエンジニアの募集がございます。GCP上でのインフラ自動化・プロビジョニング・クラウドデリバリーを担っていただきます。クラウドエンジニアの豊富なご経験を活かしてご活躍いただけます。
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 28 August 2026

A growing technology company is looking for an ML Engineer (AI Specialist). The selected candidate will develop AI programmes and models, conduct research and implementation experiments across computer vision, natural language processing, document analysis and LLMs, and contribute to AI-focused product development.
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Kumamoto

Date Posted: 25 August 2026

An innovative engineering company is looking for a C++/C# Bilingual Bridge Engineer. The selected candidate will support semiconductor manufacturing equipment software development while bridging Japanese customers and offshore engineering teams.
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥31,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 22 August 2026

An international IT solutions company is looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer. The selected candidate will design, build, and deploy AI-powered applications and deliver scalable solutions using modern software engineering and Generative AI technologies.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Osaka

Date Posted: 20 August 2026

A global company is currently looking for a Java Senior Backend Engineer/Java Tech Lead.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 19 August 2026

A global technology services company is looking for a Backend Developer. The selected candidate will develop backend systems and APIs for insurance solutions while supporting system design, integration, testing, and deployment.
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Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 15 August 2026

A leading technology company is seeking a Software Engineer. The selected candidate will contribute to the full software development lifecycle while building scalable, high-quality, and secure products in an international environment.
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Salary: ¥8,500,000 - ¥11,000,000 per annum

Location: Mie

Date Posted: 15 August 2026

世界的な自動車部品サプライヤーにてデジタル化アプリケーション開発担当の募集です。主にアプリケーション開発や自動化、デジタルトランスフォーメーション支援などを行っていただきます。アプリケーション開発経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。勤務地は三重県となります。
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Fukuoka

Date Posted: 15 August 2026

A technology company is looking for a DevOps Engineer. The chosen applicant will drive system reliability and operational improvements through development, automation, monitoring, and incident management.

FAQs

  • What are the current trends in Japan’s IT job market?

    Japan’s IT job market is experiencing strong demand driven by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and cybersecurity. Companies are investing in systems modernisation, data infrastructure, and emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain. There is a growing focus on DevOps, agile development, and scalable cloud environments, especially in financial services, manufacturing, and tech sectors.
  • Which IT roles are in demand in Japan right now?

    In-demand IT roles include those specialising in project management, software development, infrastructure support, and data management. Companies are also seeking professionals with skills in DevOps, ERP implementation, and IT project management. Bilingual talent with experience in global IT systems or multi-national rollouts is highly valued across industries.
  • Which certifications are important for IT positions in Japan?

    Key certifications include AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure certifications, Cisco CCNA, PMP, and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). These validate technical expertise in infrastructure, cloud, security, and project delivery. 
  • What’s the average salary for IT professionals in Japan?

    Salaries for IT roles in Japan typically range from ¥5M to ¥20M annually. Entry-level roles start around ¥5M–¥6M, mid-level professionals average ¥6M–¥10M, while IT Managers and Engineers in niche domains like cloud or security can earn between ¥10M–¥15M. Senior IT leadership roles, particularly in global firms, can exceed ¥20M. Get your free copy of our Salary Survey Guide to explore up-to-date insights on compensation and recruitment trends in Japan’s evolving job market.