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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: Up to ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 24 September 2026

A global information technology services company is looking for an AI Engineer. The selected candidate will collaborate with clients and internal teams to analyse requirements, develop models, and present technical solutions and project outcomes.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 22 September 2026

モビリティ技術開発会社にてプロダクトマネージャーの募集がございます。ソフトウェアアプリの開発から運用環境整備、リリース計画など一連の業務をご担当いただきます。ソフトウェアアプリの開発や顧客管理拡大に携わった経験を活かしてご活躍いただけます。
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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 22 September 2026

A foreign software company is looking for an ML Application Engineer. The chosen candidate will be responsible for helping customers solve complex engineering challenges by applying AI and machine learning to product design and engineering workflows. This is a hybrid role.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Osaka

Date Posted: 19 September 2026

A global company is currently looking for a Java Senior Backend Engineer/Java Tech Lead.
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 16 September 2026

A global enterprise software company is looking for a Software Engineer. The selected candidate will localise and build product features for Japanese customers, develop integrations with customer systems, diagnose technical issues, and work across data, backend, and frontend engineering.
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Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 15 September 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: ¥6,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 15 September 2026

A multinational technology services company is is looking for a Full Stack Developer (AI & Cloud), hiring from Senior Analyst to Manager level. The selected candidate will design and implement AI-enabled applications and cloud solutions, support PoCs and requirement definition, and collaborate with clients and global teams from concept through production. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥13,000,000 - ¥20,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 14 September 2026

A global data and AI company is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer. The selected candidate will build AI applications, partner with customers on production-ready use cases, shape enterprise AI architecture, codify repeatable solutions, and contribute to the growth of AI capabilities.
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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.

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.