I've been receiving a lot of questions about how to get a job as a software engineering-related in Japan since I started working in Inbound Technology as a Career Advisor 9 months ago. And I think I need to write this article so people can easily know how-to by reading these FAQs.
Who is this article intended for?
- People who have experience in software engineering (I'm not in charge of recruiting non-tech positions). If you want to explore for more general opportunities, you can contact Sarah for further information. If you are looking for more general opportunities in Japan and still want to read through this article, please start from number 4.
- Any people around the world who are not currently in Japan, and wish to pursue their career overseas in Japan. Let's get started!
1. What are the general requirements for software engineers in Japan?
As per today I wrote this article, the highest demand from our clients is on PHP (yes you read it correctly, PHP), Java, and Go. Go is on the rise right now.
2. Do I need to be fluent in Japanese to apply?
If you have N2 JLPT certification, your chance would be huge! Because English is still not very common here, most Japanese still do not understand English. But if you prefer to use English as your daily communication, we also have several opportunities but let's say it's less than 5 companies for now. And it requires at least 4 years of experience in order to apply here.
3. Can a fresh-grads or junior level software engineer apply?
Absolutely! In order to apply as a fresh-grads or junior level, we need your Japanese proficiency at least N3 or N2 level.
4. How about the VISA requirements?
Please check whether the companies that you are applying to are providing you with the VISA sponsorship for foreigners, some are not. If the company that you are applying for is eager to provide you with the VISA sponsorship, then you are good to go. Currently, we have up to 20 companies who are available to provide VISA sponsorships.
5. I'm not graduated from any college, can I still apply for VISA?
Yes, you still can apply for VISA if you have at least 10 years of experience in the same respective field. But if you have a bachelor's degree, you are eligible to apply for VISA at once even if you don't have that 10 years of experience.
6. Do I need to have any specific resume to apply?
If you have Japanese proficiency, then yes! You need to make a 職務経歴書 (read: shokumu keireki-sho). It's a detailed resume that the Japanese usually use. Please check the template of 職務経歴書 here. There is a sample of English (with Japanese format) and also a Japanese resume there.
If you have any further questions on how to work in Japan, please feel free to shoot an email to primawan@satriocs.com. I would be glad to help you out!
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