The Role
Develop and validate embedded software for ADAS and automated-driving HMI features in passenger vehicles. Responsibilities include requirements definition, functional design, implementation, testing, toolchain and infrastructure support, and ensuring software quality for mass production. The role collaborates with hardware and software teams and requires C or C++ development experience, implementation leadership, and business-level Japanese and English communication. Hybrid work requires three office days per week.
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About Woven by Toyota
Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society.
Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.
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TEAM
As advanced ADAS systems using machine learning and AI replace part of human cognition, judgment, and operation, we aim to create a car that has a clear, easy-to-understand driving experience. Our team provides research, engineering, and development for the human-machine interface (HMI), creating a new driving experience and features for drivers. We pride ourselves on our contributions to safety, enhanced driver experience, and the future of mobility.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- A broad knowledge of software development, including planning and conceptualization phase to the development phase, and ability to identify optimal engineering solutions
- Ability to create cooperative relationships with other hardware and software engineers
- Work independently to complete tasks to completion
You will develop software for robust driver-assist and automated driving, focusing on HMI and driver features for passenger vehicles. We expect you to have a passion for developing and delivering technology products that are used around the world. You’ll have experience in the below engineering areas:
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working together with other teams, define requirements, functional design, implement, and validate solutions
- Engineer and support the necessary toolchains and infrastructures for coding and testing
- Ensure software quality required for mass-production development
- Report to the manager in charge of HMI application development, and come to our office 3 days per week following our hybrid work policy
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years developing embedded software using C or C++
- Experience supporting other programmers and leading software implementation
- Business-level communication and writing skills in both Japanese and English
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience in production-level software engineering, such as mobile, web, or desktop applications
- Experience in HMI development or interface development
- Experience developing control software for cockpit ECUs such as instrument clusters, heads-up displays, and multimedia systems
- Experience developing for Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs)
- Experience in product development or development environment setup utilizing machine learning or AI
- Knowledge of automotive industry standards such as functional safety (ISO 26262) and SOTIF
- Project management experience with Agile/Scrum
- Experience communicating directly with diverse internal and external teams to understand and share requirements, specifications, and technical details
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Important Points
・All interviews will be arranged via Google Meet, unless otherwise stated.
・The same job descriptions are available in both English and Japanese; therefore, we kindly ask that you apply to only one version.
・We kindly request that you submit your resume in English, if possible. However, Japanese resumes are also acceptable. Please note that, depending on the English proficiency requirements of the role, we may request an English version of your resume later in the process.
WHAT WE OFFER
・Competitive Salary - Based on experience
・Work Hours - Flexible working time
・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)
・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)
・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company
・Japanese Social Insurance - Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance
・Housing Allowance
・Retirement Benefits
・Rental Cars Support
・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)
Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of embedded software development experience using C or C++
- Experience supporting other programmers and leading software implementation
- Business-level communication and writing skills in both Japanese and English
- Production-level software engineering experience in mobile, web, or desktop applications
- HMI or interface development experience
- Experience developing control software for cockpit ECUs, including instrument clusters, heads-up displays, or multimedia systems
- Experience developing for Software-Defined Vehicles
- Experience with product development or development-environment setup using machine learning or AI
- Knowledge of automotive functional safety standards ISO 26262 and SOTIF
- Project management experience with Agile or Scrum
- Experience communicating directly with diverse internal and external teams about requirements, specifications, and technical details
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The Company
What We Do
Woven by Toyota will help to deliver the safest, most intelligent mobility experiences and lifestyle for Toyota customers everywhere. At Woven by Toyota, we envision a human-centered future, where world-class technology expands global access to mobility, enhances the capabilities of drivers, and empowers people to thrive. We achieve this with a unique global culture that weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation with Japanese quality craftsmanship. As society, technology and customer needs evolve, we continuously pursue new ways to create a more personal, seamless experience for customers.







