Eric Turner

Eric is the founder of Japan Dev. He moved to Japan in 2013 to work as a software engineer, and now runs Japan Dev full-time. With Japan Dev, he wants to help foreign software developers find positive work experiences in Japan.

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June 9, 2026
外国籍エンジニアに選ばれる求人票の書き方【テンプレート付き】
外国籍エンジニア採用を成功させるための求人票作成完全ガイド。応募が集まる求人票のポイント・実例を、Japan Devの250社以上のレビュー実績をもとに解説します。 🔥
外国籍エンジニア採用を成功させるための求人票作成完全ガイド。応募が集まる求人票のポイント・実例を、Japan Devの250社以上のレビュー実績をもとに解説します。 🔥
June 12, 2021
求人の給与レンジを知る方法
私はソフトウェアエンジニアとして日本でキャリアを築きましたが、アメリカの大学の高い奨学金を返済するため、できる限り良い給与を得る必要がありました。そのため、仕事に応募する前に給与レンジを知り、...
私はソフトウェアエンジニアとして日本でキャリアを築きましたが、アメリカの大学の高い奨学金を返済するため、できる限り良い給与を得る必要がありました。そのため、仕事に応募する前に給与レンジを知り、転職時に給与交渉をするスキルを身につける必要があったので、試行錯誤を繰り返し、給...
June 8, 2021
株式会社メルカリを退職しました
約3年間勤めた株式会社メルカリを退職して、Japan Devにフルコミットすることにした。入る前から結構いい会社だと思ってたけど、実際に入ってみて期待以上に素晴らしい会社だった。なので...
約3年間勤めた株式会社メルカリを退職して、Japan Devにフルコミットすることにした。入る前から結構いい会社だと思ってたけど、実際に入ってみて期待以上に素晴らしい会社だった。なのでそこでやったことと、これからやっていくことを軽く紹介したいと思う。
September 9, 2026
How to Write Job Descriptions That Attract Global Engineers in Japan
The complete guide to writing job posts that get applications from skilled international engineers. ...
The complete guide to writing job posts that get applications from skilled international engineers. Templates, real examples, and data from ...
May 12, 2025
A Japanese Company with Foreign Leadership? How Colorkrew Built a Global Engineering Team
Insights on hiring, career growth & why Colorkrew is a top tech employer in Japan! Discover how they...
Insights on hiring, career growth & why Colorkrew is a top tech employer in Japan! Discover how they built an inclusive, globally competitiv...
April 15, 2025
Software Developer Salaries in Japan: The Ultimate Guide [Updated 2026]
Updated for 2026! Featuring hard data from 100+ tech companies in Japan, this guide will teach you ...
Updated for 2026! Featuring hard data from 100+ tech companies in Japan, this guide will teach you everything you need to know about softwa...
January 21, 2025
Money Forward’s English Transformation: A Blueprint for Engineering Teams in Japan in 2025
Money Forward has successfully transitioned its engineering organization of over 400 Japanese-speaki...
Money Forward has successfully transitioned its engineering organization of over 400 Japanese-speaking members to operate fully in English. ...
November 21, 2024
From Defense Industry to Robotics in Japan: A Job You Can Brag About
After starting his career in the U.S. defense industry, Justin followed his passion for robotics and...
After starting his career in the U.S. defense industry, Justin followed his passion for robotics and moved to Japan, combining his technical...
November 7, 2024
From Google to Mujin: One Engineer's New Start in Japan
Heman began his career as a software engineer at Google in the USA. But in 2023 he decided to leave...
Heman began his career as a software engineer at Google in the USA. But in 2023 he decided to leave it all behind and move back to Japan. ...
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...
March 14, 2023
How to write a perfect developer resume in Japan [2026 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.
August 16, 2022
How and why I built Japan Dev
Japan Dev started as a list of companies I wanted to work for back in 2014. Here's the story of how...
Japan Dev started as a list of companies I wanted to work for back in 2014. Here's the story of how that idea morphed into a job board show...
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, 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...
September 27, 2021
"Should I Become a Manager"? Insights from 7 Tech Experts in Japan
Are you a software engineer? If so I bet you've asked yourself the question "should I try management...
Are you a software engineer? If so I bet you've asked yourself the question "should I try management?" We talked to 7 experts in the field ...
September 10, 2021
Interview Tips to Land Your Dream Job In Japan
Job Interviews can be scary. So we asked 5 of the top tech companies in Japan to tell us their best...
Job Interviews can be scary. So we asked 5 of the top tech companies in Japan to tell us their best tips for applicants. You can apply the...
May 31, 2021
How to find the salary range for any job
You've got a number in mind... but you have no idea if they can pay it. Here's how you find out the...
You've got a number in mind... but you have no idea if they can pay it. Here's how you find out the salary range now, and avoid a stressful...
July 11, 2020
How to Write an Effective Cover Letter (With Examples)
Cover letters are the best way to capture a hiring manager's attention. Here are some tips for writ...
Cover letters are the best way to capture a hiring manager's attention. Here are some tips for writing a compelling cover letter and ensuri...