Automotive Embedded Software Engineer – ECU & AUTOSAR Stack

Note

This is a long-term, full-time onsite opportunity in Kawasaki City, Japan. Native Japanese language proficiency is required (Japanese nationals only). Candidates will be engaged in next-gen automotive platform development with a focus on embedded systems and ECU software design.

Work Type: Full-time | On-site

Job Summary

Join a forward-thinking team working on the design and development of next-generation automotive ECU platforms. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of mobility through advanced in-vehicle software development, including FOTA systems. You will be a key contributor to embedded software design from requirement analysis through testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for in-vehicle ECU platforms, including FOTA systems
• Participate in the complete SDLC — from requirements gathering to design, implementation, and testing
• Collaborate on long-term projects involving next-gen mobility technologies
• Ensure seamless interoperability of AUTOSAR-based modules
• Work on integration of various automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet)
• Use diagnostic tools such as CANoe and CANalyzer to validate ECU communications

Technical Requirements (Must-Have)

• Strong experience in embedded software development using C or C++
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in automotive ECU design
• Expertise in AUTOSAR architecture and module interaction
• Proficiency in communication protocols: CAN, FlexRay, LIN (Ethernet is a plus)
• Experience with diagnostic tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have)

• 3D CAD modeling experience (Solid Edge, UG NX, Catia, SolidWorks, Creo)
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering (thermal, fluids, dynamics, materials)
• Simulation and structural analysis skills
• Hands-on testing and verification of designed systems
• Familiarity with Teamcenter and standard office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)