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148 open jobs in Japan

15 companies are hiring in Japan right now, most of them in Tokyo, Japan - Update Location, each listing read from the company's own career page. Upload your resume to see which of these match your skills, or filter interactively. Applying from abroad or new to the market? Read our guide.

Hiring snapshot for Japan

The most common locations right now are Tokyo, Japan (47), Remote, Japan (5), Remote - Japan (2). 8 of these 60 roles (13%) list a remote option. 42 were posted in the last two weeks. By team, the biggest groups are Sales & Marketing (24), Engineering (24), People & Recruiting (3), Operations & Support (2).

Computed from the 60 open listings shown below.

Guide: applying for tech jobs in Japan

Japan's tech jobs are concentrated in Tokyo, with additional activity in Osaka, Fukuoka and Nagoya. Traditional manufacturers, internet companies, game studios and foreign-affiliated firms all hire engineers, and an increasing number of teams operate primarily in English, though they remain a minority overall.

Tips for your application

  • Traditional Japanese employers often expect a rirekisho, a standard-format resume that may include a photo, along with a shokumu keirekisho describing your work history in detail.
  • English-speaking teams at startups and foreign-affiliated companies usually accept a Western-style CV, so check the posting language to decide which format to send.
  • Large companies run structured new-graduate hiring cycles, while mid-career hires tend to be handled through specialised recruitment agencies.
  • Expect several interview rounds, sometimes including a final meeting with senior management that focuses on long-term fit and motivation.

Language at work

Japanese ability matters for most roles outside English-first teams, and JLPT certificates are frequently mentioned in postings. Even on English-speaking teams, conversational Japanese makes daily life and collaboration noticeably easier.

Right to work

Foreign nationals generally require a status of residence that permits the intended work. The Immigration Services Agency of Japan publishes official guidance, and employers often assist with the paperwork, so confirm the details with both.

General guidance on working in Japan, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change, so confirm the details with the official source before you rely on them.

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