Software Developer Jobs in Japan
197 hand-picked jobs in Japan for software developers & tech folks.
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197 curated jobs in Japan for software developers & tech folks.
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Top Companies for Software Developers in Japan
An exhaustive list of diverse, modern tech companies in Japan looking for English-speaking software engineers & techies
- AnotherBallTokyo
IZUMO is a new-era VTuber project with a mission to create a sustainable platform where everyone can live as they want to be.
- LunarisTokyo
Lunaris is an app developer for the Shopify ecosystem, enhancing the shopping experiences of e-commerce businesses through apps such as easy...
- NearMeTokyo
NearMe’s mission is to resolve 'Mottainai' - the concept of waste in our society - and create a vibrant, sustainable future.
- RokkenOsaka
Rokken is a software development company that provides customized solutions to meet its clients' needs.
- NOMUTokyo
NOMU is a startup based in Tokyo and Singapore made of a truly global team spread around the world with a drive to Be Better and Do Better.
- AccredifyFukuoka
Accredify is pioneering the world's transition to verifiable data.
- Fujitsu LaunchpadTokyo
Fujitsu Launchpad is a Tokyo-based venture studio subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited. As a corporate venture studio, we act as an institutional c...
- ZooKeepTokyo
ZooKeep was designed from day one to simplify the execution of your talent acquisition operations and also guides your stakeholders to easil...
- JammTokyo
We are a seed stage fintech company operating in the payments space. Our aim is to empower people and businesses with fintech, starting with...
Top Articles for Software Developers in Japan
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November 28, 2023
Hackathons in Japan: A Deep Dive
Hackathons aren’t just a great way to network, but to hone your skills and keep yourself up-to-date....
Hackathons aren’t just a great way to network, but to hone your skills and keep yourself up-to-date. Read to find out the best hackathon eve...
November 22, 2023
Moving to Japan as a Software Developer: An Opinionated FAQ
Want to move to Japan and get a job as software developer? Have questions? I have answers. This i...
Want to move to Japan and get a job as software developer? Have questions? I have answers. This is my comprehensive FAQ about moving to J...
November 22, 2023
Is Uber a Thing in Japan? The state of Ride-sharing [Nov 2023]
Ride-sharing apps like Uber have been dominating the world, but is that the case everywhere? Read to...
Ride-sharing apps like Uber have been dominating the world, but is that the case everywhere? Read to find out if Uber is available in Japan....
November 22, 2023
New Graduate Recruitment in Japan: The “Shinsotsu” System
Did you know that there’s a system in Japan for hiring new graduates? Read to find out about the pop...
Did you know that there’s a system in Japan for hiring new graduates? Read to find out about the popular “shinsotsu saiyo” system and what i...
November 17, 2023
Japan's Top "Green Tech" Startups [Nov 2023]
The growing threat of climate change has boosted green tech startups in a major way. Read to find ou...
The growing threat of climate change has boosted green tech startups in a major way. Read to find out the best green tech startups from Japa...
November 9, 2023
The Best English Speaking Hospitals in Tokyo [Nov 2023]
Getting sick in a foreign country is no joke, read this post to find out the best English-speaking h...
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November 9, 2023
Dating in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide
Looking for “the one” in a foreign land? Here’s your complete guide to dating in Japan and finding y...
Looking for “the one” in a foreign land? Here’s your complete guide to dating in Japan and finding your one true love.
October 28, 2023
All About Childcare Leave: Paternity and Maternity Leave in Japan
Expecting a child or simply planning ahead? Here’s everything you need to know about Japan’s childca...
Expecting a child or simply planning ahead? Here’s everything you need to know about Japan’s childcare leave system and other related benefi...
October 28, 2023
Leaving Japan: What You Need to Do Before You Go
Leaving Japan but feeling like you’re missing something? Here’s your ultimate guide to leaving Japan...
Leaving Japan but feeling like you’re missing something? Here’s your ultimate guide to leaving Japan and a checklist to leave with peace of ...
October 18, 2023
Most Popular News Websites in Japan: 2023 Guide
Not sure where to get your news as a foreigner in Japan? Here are the most trustworthy and popular E...
Not sure where to get your news as a foreigner in Japan? Here are the most trustworthy and popular English and Japanese news outlets — revie...
What is Japan Dev?
Japan Dev is a job board that showcases tech jobs in Japan — mostly for English-speaking software developers.
You'll find hand-curated tech jobs at global companies and Silicon Valley-style startups in Japan. Most positions accept applications from outside Japan, and very few require fluent Japanese skills.
Also, we only post vetted positions that offer a positive work environment for foreign software developers and tech professionals — in fact, we turn away 90% of companies that ask to post jobs on Japan Dev.
So if you want to work in tech in Japan but avoid the negative parts of Japan's work culture, this site is for you.
Want to learn more about working in Japan? Check out our blog for actionable insights on finding top-tier tech jobs based on our own experiences working in Japan.
We also maintain a list of top tech companies in Japan. We want to help you find the tech job in Japan that's right for you — and avoid the ones that aren't.
Our goal is to help you achieve success in Japan. We won't be satisfied until everyone who wants to work in tech here can find a job at a company that values them.
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