Software Developer Jobs in Japan
224 hand-picked jobs in Japan for software developers & tech folks.
No Japanese required. Apply from overseas. Top companies only.
224 curated jobs in Japan for software developers & tech folks.
Top Companies for Software Developers in Japan
An exhaustive list of diverse, modern tech companies in Japan looking for English-speaking software engineers & techies
- primeNumberTokyo
primeNumber is a data technology company.
- foriioTokyo
foriio is an online portfolio builder for all creators.
- PleapTokyo
Pleap develops and operates “medimo”, an AI service for medical institutions.
- EntaarTokyo
Entaar offers solutions that enable companies to optimize their IT investments through a BPaaS model.
Sony Interactive Entertainment pushes the boundaries of entertainment and innovation, starting from the launch of the original PlayStation i...
- Sales MarkerTokyo
Sales Marker is a SaaS start-up that provides B2B solutions that focus on "intent-based sales".
- YStoryTokyo
YStory is a Tokyo-based digital health company that’s using data to improve women’s health.
- TektomeTokyo
Tektome is an Architectural Design AI Platform.
- DatachainTokyo
Datachain is a startup engaged in research and development in the field known as "interoperability," which connects different blockchains, a...
Top Articles for Software Developers in Japan
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July 27, 2022
How to find a job as a software developer in Japan
Finding a software developer job in Japan is tough. Here's some advice to help English speakers avo...
Finding a software developer job in Japan is tough. Here's some advice to help English speakers avoid the pitfalls and find a positive work...
February 1, 2024
[Updated 2024] Software Developer Salaries in Japan: The Ultimate Guide
Updated for 2024! Featuring hard data from 100+ tech companies in Japan, this guide will teach you ...
Updated for 2024! Featuring hard data from 100+ tech companies in Japan, this guide will teach you everything you need to know about softwa...
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...
February 1, 2022
How to get a visa as an engineer in Japan
Want to work in Japan but unsure what visa to get? Or even if you're eligible for one? This guide ...
Want to work in Japan but unsure what visa to get? Or even if you're eligible for one? This guide will tell you everything you need to kno...
March 14, 2023
How to write a perfect developer resume in Japan [2024 guide + template]
Want to know how to write an effective developer resume in Japan that gets you an interview? Read ou...
Want to know how to write an effective developer resume in Japan that gets you an interview? Read our guide to find out.
December 14, 2022
Best Tech Meetups in Tokyo
We went through and checked the status of Tokyo's top meetups to see where the opportunities are. ...
We went through and checked the status of Tokyo's top meetups to see where the opportunities are. Here's what we found!
April 24, 2023
Top tech communities in Kansai to help you supercharge your career
Joining tech communities is the best way to network and gain industry insight. Check out these great...
Joining tech communities is the best way to network and gain industry insight. Check out these great communities in Osaka and Kyoto you can ...
April 14, 2023
Popular Fukuoka Tech Meetups and Communities
Tech communities aren’t just a great way to network but also to stay up to date. Here are some of Fu...
Tech communities aren’t just a great way to network but also to stay up to date. Here are some of Fukuoka’s best tech communities and meetup...
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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