Jobs in Japan

【Industry-Leading Comprehensive Training Available】 Responsible for research and research assistant roles at manufacturers such as Nissin Foods, Takeda Pharmaceutical, Rohto Pharmaceutical, Kose, Mitsubishi Chemical, and Sumitomo Chemical. Specifically: The assigned locations are approximately 2,800 group companies (mainly major companies such as Rohto Pharmaceutical, Kose, Nissin Foods, and Sumitomo Chemical). Engaged in research and experimental positions in a wide range of fields such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, and cosmetics. After joining, a customized small-group training based on the assigned work will be conducted at the company's training center (learning the basics from handling equipment and devices to observation and record-keeping). Project Examples: - Development of functional foods such as protein products - Development of cosmetic ingredients based on plant extracts Other Fields: Food (assisting in functional food development, pesticide residue analysis, etc.), Pharmaceuticals (research and development of clinical diagnostic reagents, physical and chemical testing), Chemicals (development of polymer materials and semiconductor materials), Cosmetics (selection of raw materials, prototyping, cell testing), etc. Future Career Path: Follow-up training and regular interviews are available even after assignment. Support for assignment adjustments and career development (with transfer achievements) from the first to the third year.

Skills and qualifications:

• Graduates with a major in science (Chemistry, Biology, etc.) or higher
• Examples in Chemistry: Applied Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Inorganic Chemistry / Polymer / Science and Engineering / Life and Environmental Sciences / Engineering / Natural Sciences / Oceanography / Life Sciences, etc.
• Examples in Biology: Pharmacy / Medicine / Veterinary Medicine / Applied Biology / Agriculture / Nutrition / Animal Husbandry / Biosciences / Biological Resources, etc.
• Experimental experience using micropipettes (even at the level of student practice is acceptable)
• No experience welcome, second new graduates welcome (training available)

Company overview:

Established: April 1998 / Number of Employees: 1,334 / Headquarters: Osaka Prefecture

Depending on your preferences and suitability, you will be entrusted with software development engineer duties in either the "Web System Development" or "Mobile Web Development" department. Specifically: Immediately after hiring: You will be involved in both upstream (requirements definition and design) and downstream (development and operation) processes. You will be responsible for the development of web systems across various industries, primarily for major companies. Examples of projects include: ■ Broadcasting industry: News delivery system ■ Medical industry: Endoscopy IT system ■ Finance and insurance industry: New contract business system ■ Manufacturing: Digital device simulator web application ■ Healthcare: Wearable device application ■ Distribution: In-house tablet system application Flow after joining: You will be able to engage in development as a team member after understanding the company's rules and systems through onboarding training. A supportive environment is in place for asking questions and consultations via internal social media. Future career path: Opportunities for career advancement to upstream processes and management (PM/PL), as well as challenges in other fields through internal recruitment. Work environment: 124 annual holidays (2025 performance), prohibition of unpaid overtime, full payment of overtime (calculated per minute), average monthly overtime of 18.3 hours (2024 performance), regular leave days, proven records of childcare leave and reduced working hours, 360-degree evaluations, and incentive systems.

Skills and qualifications:

• Software development experience (1 year or more)
• Java
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• C#
• C++
• Objective-C
• C
• Python
• Swift
• Vue.js / React / Node.js / Angular
• Experience in web application development
• Experience in cross-platform application development
• Experience in Android and iOS mobile application development
• Experience in client application development for web systems
• Experience in cloud design and construction (AWS / Azure)

Company overview:

Established: March 1985 / Number of Employees: 4,663 / Headquarters: Tokyo, Osaka

3-month in-house training available. You will be assigned work that matches your preferences from a wide range of projects, including web development, IoT development, game development, information appliances, and car navigation systems! Specifically: ★ Development of business applications using Java, C#, and PHP ★ Construction of generative AI environments ★ Design, construction, and operation of AWS and Azure ★ Design, construction, and operation of Windows and Linux servers ★ Design, construction, and operation of networks ★ Development of information appliances and car navigation systems ◎ Many projects with upstream processes and 100% direct transactions available!

Skills and qualifications:

• No educational background required
• No programming skills required
• C, C++
• Java
• Perl, PHP, Ruby, Python
• VB, VBA
• COBOL
• .NET related (C#, ASP, VB, etc.)
• Objective-C, OpenGL
• UNIX
• Linux
• Windows
• Android, iOS
• Cloud
• Server construction and management
• Database construction and management
• Network design, construction, and operation
• Security
• Virtual environments
• Storage

Company overview:

Established: May 2014 / Number of Employees: 75 / Headquarters: Kanagawa Prefecture

[One of the largest number of projects in the industry] PM/PL duties in cloud, network, and server construction and implementation projects. You will also be entrusted with nurturing the next generation by utilizing your experience. Specifically: - Management (PM/PL) in each phase such as design, construction, operation, and maintenance. - Requirement definition, design, and construction of networks/servers. - Management and leadership tasks, including technical support for young engineers. <Technical Areas> ■ Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) ■ Server (Virtual/Linux/Windows) ■ Network (Cisco), etc. Project examples: Design and construction of network including SDN and cloud infrastructure for verification, infrastructure design/construction for on-premises environments such as data centers, building VMware ESX and Azure hybrid IdP infrastructure, consulting for Microsoft365 and Slack implementation, operational improvements and project management in cloud migration, etc. Flow after joining: Meeting with the responsible sales representative → Project proposal, reskilling support (video learning system, verification environment available). Composition of the assigned team: Many engineers over 60 years old (including a 72-year-old active engineer). Flexible working hours and remote work available. Participate in projects with young engineers and pass on technical skills.

Skills and qualifications:

• PM/PL experience in IT infrastructure
• Practical experience in requirement definition, design, and construction of networks
• Practical experience in requirement definition, design, and construction of servers
• Practical experience in requirement definition, design, and construction of cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Practical experience in requirement definition, design, and construction of security
• Experience in nurturing young engineers (preferred)
• Management experience (preferred)
• Linux
• Windows
• Cloud
• Wireless networks
• Database construction and management
• Server construction and management
• Project management
• Architecture design
• Requirement definition and design.

Company overview:

Established: January 2000 / Number of Employees: 2,719 / Headquarters: Tokyo

You will be entrusted with tasks such as purchasing, sales, and management, similar to a store manager of a small shop. You will be assigned to one of the business divisions: meat, seafood, produce, prepared foods, groceries, or store management. As a Chief, you will have full discretion over "store management (people, goods, money)" and will play a key role in management. Our Chiefs operate independently in each business division, handling everything from purchasing and pricing to budget management and staff recruitment, just like a store manager of a small shop. Because it is 100% field-led, you can create your ideal store, and the sense of fulfillment is significant. Flow after joining: In our company, which is expanding its business, we provide ample opportunities for newcomers to aim for promotion to Chief within three years. Some employees achieve early promotion within about a year.

Skills and qualifications:

• No educational background required
• Must be proactive
• Practical experience in GMS, SM, markets, wholesalers, or specialty stores (such as meat shops, seafood shops, produce shops) is a plus
• Must be willing to relocate (as we have bases across the country)
• Management and leadership experience is welcome
• Experience in any of the business divisions: meat, seafood, produce, prepared foods, groceries, or store management.