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Tokyo’s engineering ecosystem is rapidly evolving from a traditional corporate hub into a dynamic startup epicenter, heavily fueled by government backing and global talent influx. The city's density of robotics and AI innovators, alongside established giants, makes it a prime market for software and machine learning engineers. Companies like Mujin, ExaWizards, and Telexistence are actively recruiting global talent, offering competitive salaries that often stretch from ¥8M to over ¥15M for senior roles, significantly outpacing the domestic average. Additionally, Tokyo’s tech scene is increasingly embracing remote-friendly cultures and English-first environments, breaking down historical language barriers. Favorable visa policies for highly skilled professionals further ease relocation, making Tokyo an attractive destination for international engineers seeking a blend of cutting-edge innovation and a high quality of life.

Hiring demand for engineers in Tokyo is surging, particularly within AI, robotics, and fintech sectors, driven by a nationwide push to overcome labor shortages. Compared to last year, there is a noticeable increase in openings for bilingual and English-speaking roles, with well-funded Series A and B startups leading the aggressive recruitment for specialized talent like machine learning and backend engineers.

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Site Reliability Engineer
Ifs Ab · Tokyo, Japan
Senior Radio Frequency Engineer
Asm International Nv · Tokyo, Japan
デモラボ・設備保全/工事管理
Asm International Nv · Tokyo, Japan
ADAS Feature Engineer
Wayve Technologies · Tokyo, Japan
Senior Front-end Engineer
Paidy合同会社 · Tokyo, Japan
Forward Deployed Engineer
Tailor Technologies · Tokyo, Japan
Forward Deployment Engineer
Dialpad · Tokyo, Japan
Senior Security Analyst
Appian Corporation · Tokyo, Japan
Senior Network Engineer
Coupang · Tokyo, Japan
Staff IT Operations Engineer
Coupang · Tokyo, Japan
Staff Network Engineer
Coupang · Tokyo, Japan
Partner Integration Engineer - AI Portal
Wayve Technologies · Tokyo, Japan
Senior Technical Lead
Reaktor · Tokyo, Japan
Associate System Engineer CoE
Everpure · Tokyo, Japan
Software Engineer
Flatiron Health · Tokyo, Japan
Vehicle Integration Engineer
Wayve Technologies · Tokyo, Japan
QA Software Engineer, 2D
Unity Software · Tokyo, Japan
Software Engineer-AI Model Bring Up
Tenstorrent · Tokyo, Japan
AppSec & Mobile Cybersecurity Lead
Paidy合同会社 · Tokyo, Japan
GRC & Cybersecurity Lead
Paidy合同会社 · Tokyo, Japan
Power Design Engineer
Tenstorrent · Tokyo, Japan
Senior DFT Engineer, Architecture
Tenstorrent · Tokyo, Japan
Senior Physical Design Engineer
Tenstorrent · Tokyo, Japan
Staff Engineer, SoC RTL Engineer
Tenstorrent · Tokyo, Japan
GNC/AOCS Systems Engineer
Ispace · Tokyo, Japan
Application Software Engineer
Wayve Technologies · Tokyo, Japan
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Frequently asked questions

What do engineering managers earn at Tokyo startups vs big tech?
Engineering managers at Tokyo startups typically earn between ¥8M and ¥15M, while big tech roles can command ¥15M to over ¥20M, though startups often offer more remote flexibility and equity upside.
Are there English-first machine learning roles based in Tokyo?
Yes, Tokyo's AI and robotics sectors are booming, with companies like ExaWizards and Telexistence actively hiring English-speaking machine learning engineers and providing full visa sponsorship.
Which Tokyo startups are hiring the most robotics and embedded software engineers?
Robotics companies like Mujin and Rapyuta Robotics are currently leading the hiring demand for embedded software and C++ engineers in Tokyo, offering competitive packages for global talent.

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