Embedded Software Engineer, ADAS HMI

Woven By Toyota
Tokyo, Japan
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level embedded software engineers with 3+ years in C/C++ and experience in HMI development, working in automotive ADAS and mobility innovation in Tokyo.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years in C/C++ embedded systems and HMI interface experience
    — “3+ years developing embedded software using C or C++”
  • Professionals skilled in cross-team collaboration for safety-critical automotive systems
    — “Ability to create cooperative relationships with other hardware and software engineers”
  • Individuals who can lead implementation while maintaining independent task execution
    — “Experience supporting other programmers and leading software implementation”

Things to consider

  • Requires 3 days per week in Tokyo office under hybrid work policy
    — “come to our office 3 days per week following our hybrid work policy”
  • Must demonstrate business-level communication proficiency in both Japanese and English
    — “Business-level communication and writing skills in both Japanese and English”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with cockpit ECU control software in resume and interviews
    — “Experience developing control software for cockpit ECUs such as instrument clusters”
  • Emphasize familiarity with ISO 26262 and SOTIF standards in application materials
    — “Knowledge of automotive industry standards such as functional safety (ISO 26262) and SOTIF”
  • Demonstrate toolchain infrastructure development experience for coding/testing
    — “Engineer and support the necessary toolchains and infrastructures for coding and testing”
  • Showcase Agile/Scrum project management experience if applicable
    — “Project management experience with Agile/Scrum”
  • Submit resume in English to align with hiring process requirements
    — “we may request an English version of your resume later in the process”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • developing robust driver-assist software
  • engineering and supporting toolchains
  • ensuring software quality
Typical background
embedded software engineerHMI developercontrol software developer

Skills & requirements

Required

Embedded Software DevelopmentC/c++HMI DevelopmentDriver-assist SoftwareSoftware-defined Vehicles

Preferred

Ai/mlFunctional SafetyProject ManagementAgile Methodologies

Stack & domain

CC++Embedded SoftwareHMI DevelopmentInterface DevelopmentControl SoftwareCockpit EcusInstrument ClustersHeads-up DisplaysMultimedia SystemsSoftware Defined Vehicles (sdvs)Machine LearningAIFunctional Safety (ISO 26262)SotifCommunicationWritingADASHMIDriver FeaturesPassenger VehiclesAutomotive Industry

About the role

Original posting from Woven By Toyota via Lever

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?:

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:

  • 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

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.

Source: Woven By Toyota careers (Lever)

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