[R2503] Experimenter for Next-Generation IT Technology Research (Technical Engineer) (General Class - General Manager/Staff Position)

This role involves building various research-stage systems utilizing the latest IT technologies such as cloud, smartphones, and IoT. The position drives advanced research in IT services and connected cars, covering everything from planning to design and implementation. Responsibilities include developing MaaS systems, PoC systems for SDV, new IoT service systems, and experimental data collection/analysis systems, contributing to next-generation mobility.

Must Have

• Develop IT systems for research using cloud, smartphones, and IoT.
• Promote advanced research in IT services and connected cars.
• Handle system planning, design, and implementation.
• Build MaaS (Mobility as a Service) systems.
• Develop PoC (Proof of Concept) systems using SDV (Software-Defined Vehicle).
• Develop new service systems utilizing IoT.
• Construct systems for collecting and analyzing experimental data.
• Hold Applied Information Technology Engineer qualification.
• Hold Advanced Information Technology Engineer qualification.

Good to Have

• Strong curiosity for new technologies and enthusiasm for work.
• Ability to produce innovative and surprising results.
• Eagerness to continuously learn and refine technical skills.
• Deep understanding of research context and proactive goal achievement.
• Capable of leadership and followership, maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to conceive, design, and implement systems independently with high discretion.
• Desire to grow as a full-stack engineer (front-end, back-end, cloud, database, network).
• Interest in acquiring project management and architect skills.
• Willingness to learn vehicle-related specialized skills (embedded technology, evaluation, test driving).
• Opportunity to improve presentation and logical explanation skills.

Job Content

1. Development area, business overview, and role/position within R&D of the affiliated organization

We build various research-stage systems utilizing the latest IT technologies such as cloud, smartphones, and IoT. This promotes advanced research in IT services and connected cars. As we handle everything from system planning to design and implementation, there is a high degree of freedom, allowing you to shape your own ideas. By building systems using a wide range of IT technologies, you can hone your skills as a full-stack engineer. The scope of responsibility is diverse, including building MaaS (Mobility as a Service) systems, research using SDV (Software-Defined Vehicle), and building experimental systems, allowing you to be deeply involved in the research and development of foundational technologies that support next-generation mobility. You will play a central role in creating innovative technologies and a crucial part in realizing the future mobility society.

2. Specific job content and expected role/position within and outside your department

You will develop IT systems for research and proactively conduct research on new services and system construction, involving other departments. Specifically, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Building MaaS (Mobility as a Service) systems
• Developing PoC (Proof of Concept) systems for research using SDV (Software-Defined Vehicle)
• Developing new service systems utilizing IoT
• Building systems for collecting and analyzing experimental data

Workplace Environment and Work Style

The team consists of about 10 members, including mid-career hires. We are responsible for research and advanced development, and the workplace has an atmosphere of active discussion. We have an environment where ideas are exchanged, and optimal solutions are sought.

Furthermore, during demonstration experiments, we actually go out into the field to observe users and collect real data, emphasizing a hands-on approach. Collaboration within and outside the team is active, and a culture of pursuing results together is deeply rooted.

Appeal Points

◎ Highly flexible work in a small, elite environment

• You can conceive, design, and implement systems yourself.
• You have a degree of discretion not found in large-scale projects.

Growth as a full-stack engineer

• Acquire a wide range of technologies from front-end to back-end.
• Deepen expertise in cloud, databases, and networks.

Acquisition of project management and architect skills

• By proactively managing system design and project progress, you can hone your skills as a project manager and architect.

◎ Acquisition of vehicle-related specialized skills

• Acquire knowledge of embedded technology through system development for vehicles.
• Since vehicle evaluations are also conducted, you will also gain knowledge of vehicle evaluation and test driver skills.

Improvement of presentation skills

• With many opportunities for presentations and reports, you can hone your logical explanation and presentation skills.

Future Career Path

In the Experimental Prototyping Department, you can primarily aim for two positions:

• Technical Expert Position: Master technology and become a professional in that field, creating results yourself.
• Chief Position: Master team management and maximize team output.

Beyond these positions, you can also aim for a Section Manager position, managing a section.

Hiring Requirements

Applicable to any of the following:

■ MUST

• Applied Information Technology Engineer
• Advanced Information Technology Engineer

Desired Candidate Profile

We are looking for individuals with a strong curiosity for the latest technological fields, who can approach their work with excitement and enjoyment. The ideal candidate will produce innovative outputs that surprise those around them and provide new value to the team.

Furthermore, we welcome those who are always eager to learn, refine their skills, and have a strong commitment to implementation. It is important to deeply understand the research background and be able to act proactively towards achieving goals.

Moreover, the ideal candidate will possess both leadership when necessary and followership to support team members. We seek individuals who maintain a positive attitude in any situation and can enthusiastically pursue their work.