A Japanese startup developing equipment that enables rapid bacterial species estimation by automating the Gram staining process. Established: 2020 Capital: 205 million yen

Ibaraki-shi, Osaka-fu

You will develop and verify middleware and embedded software for Gram staining automation equipment.

Requried: - Linux - C++ - Github Preferred: - Experience managing software development project - Experience in test-driven development - Robot programming using ROS/ROS2 - Experience in developing communication function systems with hardware and sensors (EtherCat, I2C, RS485 development experience, etc.) - H/W control, robot arm control - Python - Open source development experience - Hardware development experience such as mechanical design or electrical design - docker - Experience developing robot system from scratch - Robocon experience is a plus NA

A Japanese venture company providing service in infrastructure maintenance and inspection utilizing UAV, as well as digital data management of facilities data. Owns ultra-compact drone developed in-house based on rich track record. Year of foundation: 2016 Number of employees: 60+ Capital: 1.42 billion yen

Chiba-shi, Chiba-ken

You will be in charge of developing sensing systems (SLAM systems) and navigation systems used by autonomous flying drones. You will be proposing improvements to the autonomous flying drone system currently under development, planning the development schedule, and performing consistent development work from research and development to product development. In addition to the development work, you will also be required to conduct technical research necessary for development. Tasks in specific: - Product review and requirement definition in collaboration with product manager - System design and technology verification of autonomous flying drones - Testing with actual equipment and conducting PoC in simulated environment / real site etc.

Required: - 1 year or more of experience in either C language or C++ - Professional experience in closed-loop control systems - Basic mathematical knowledge related to classical control, modern control, etc. Preferred: - Development experience at a venture or startup - Robotics technology experience that combines hardware and software for robots, autonomous driving, etc. - Experience developing drone flight control - Experience in formulating, verifying, and proving hypotheses for new technologies - Experience in launching products and defects handling - Experience using robot SW frameworks such as ROS Nice to have

A Japanese cooking robot startup automating tasks such as cooking, serving, and cleaning by a sophisticated combination of hardware and software technologies. In addition to system integration tailored to the store, and the development of recognition and control software, they also develop some of the hardware in-house or jointly to achieve optimal customization. Established: 2018 Number of employees: 50-100 people Capital: 4.39 billion yen

Koto-ku, Tokyo or Toyota-shi, Aichi-ken

To create cooking robots and other commercial robots as a team Scope: - Robot related software - Recognition, image processing, etc. - Control, operation planning, etc. - Sensor processing - System programming - Algorithm design and implementation - Overall design of the robot

Required: - Experience using (industrial) robot arms - 3 or more years of practical experience using C/C++, Python, Lisp, Rust, etc., or equivalent knowledge and experience - Bachelor's degree, master's degree or higher in engineering, mathematics, physics or related field Preferred: - Experience in system programming development on Linux (or similar OS) - Robot production experience using ROS or ROS2 - Have a special qualification for industrial robots - Knowledge of control engineering (classical control, modern control) - Knowledge of image processing and deep learning related technologies N.A.

A startup tackling difficult automation of machines leveraging AI. Co-founded by members with AI / CS background. Having successfully delivered projects such as automation of excavator, food dispensing etc., currently focuses on construction machine automation. Year of foundation: 2016 Capital: 910 million yen Workforces: about 30

Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo

同社のロボティクスエンジニア（システム統合、組込系）として、重機の自動化システムの現場検証、導入に関する業務を担当いただきます。また適性に応じて開発もご担当いただきたいと考えています。 開発と現場をつなぐ重要な役割で、エンジニアや顧客とコミュニケーションを取りながら協力してプロジェクトを推進していく必要があります。 主な開発環境はLinux、ROS 2、GitHub等で、開発マネジメントはScrumとV-Modelを組み合わせたハイブリッドマネジメントです。 主な職務内容は以下の通りです： ・建機/重機自動化システムの現場検証・開発業務 ・現場試験内容の調整（スケジュールや試験環境の調整・整理） ・試験に関する社内コミュニケーション業務 ・その他、必要に応じた業務

【必須スキル／経験】 ・ロボットシステムに関連するいずれかのソフトウェアの開発・検証経験 　- カメラやLiDARなどその他センサを用いた認識システム 　- ハードウェアやセンサとの通信機能システム 　- ロボットなどの制御システム　等 ・Linux、Pythonを用いたソフトウェア開発経験、もしくは使用経験（2年以上） ・Gitを用いた開発経験 ・Dockerなどの仮想化技術による環境構築、開発経験 【歓迎スキル／経験】 ・顧客とのコミュニケーションを伴う開発プロジェクト、導入プロジェクト、支援などの業務経験 ・プロジェクト又はプロダクトマネジメント等のマネージャー実務経験もしくはリーダーとして業務を率いた経験 ・ROS／ROS2を用いた開発経験 ・C++での開発経験 ・機械設計、電気設計などのハードウェア開発経験 【求める人物像】 ・自動運転システムを現場に適応するための泥臭い過程を楽しめる方 ・マネジメントキャリアを積んでいきたいエンジニアの方 ・顧客やエンジニアなどの関係者と積極的にコミュニケーションできる方 ・明るく前向きな考え方を持ち、チームのモチベーションを高めることができる方 ・新しい分野・知識の習得に積極的に取り組む姿勢を持つ方 ・異文化への理解と尊重を大切にする方 TOEIC 600+ Reading and writing communication certainly occurs in the course of work. Your active participation in English discussions is expected in the future.

A growing venture business whose mission is to automate the maintenance of social infrastructure by robotics and AI. Prioritize fee charging in subscription model with end user or license model with distributor, and avoid dead-end PoC. Their scope of solution provision is overall infra maintenance, not limited to drone service, which enables broader market access than their competitors. Founded in: October 2015 Number of employees: 122 Capital: 326 million yen

Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

◆Team's mission: Work that uses AI and robots to reduce the number of workers involved in factory inspection work, etc. ◆Your role: Based on the understanding of the company's mission and business strategy, you will be engaged in developing and operating products and services in collaboration with other internal departments and external partners. The project you will be in is the development of robots such as UGVs and drones. Depending on your experience and preferences, you will be responsible for robot control technology or image recognition / analysis technology necessary for autonomous control. Although software development is the main focus, if you have experience in hardware development, you will be able to work in a wider range of tasks. - Development of robot control system using ROS - Development of autonomous control system using sensors such as LiDAR, stereo cameras ! Since the knowledge about drone is required for product and service development, you will be having opportunity to learn about drone including maneuver after joining. ◆Business area: - Facility inspection Inspection of social infra / large factory / plant etc. owned by large enterprise or local government - Disaster countermeasure Rapid check of evacuation status and evacuation PR in the event of large-scale disaster without human operation - Security surveillance 24-hour security of wide area in factory / warehouse / harbour - Site management Process automation and advanced information management towards the efficiency improvement of construction site

[ Required ] - Over 3 years of experience as a lead engineer/project leader at a business company Plus one or more of the following: - Skill to develop learning and inference program of ML model using PyTorch, TensorFlow etc. - Skill in source code management using git - Skill to develop robot control using ROS - Skill to develop autonomous control using sensors such as LiDAR and stereo cameras - Skill to develop drone application using DJI SDK and Dronecode [Desirable skills and experience] - Presentation experience at international conferences - Achievements such as winning prizes in domestic and international robot contests (Currently there are several members who have achieved high results in robot contests) - Work experience as web/mobile engineer or robot engineer - Practical experience in agile development (Scrum development, etc.) - Development skills in DJI SDK - Business level English proficiency Nice to have

A Japanese venture company providing service in infrastructure maintenance and inspection utilizing UAV, as well as digital data management of facilities data. Owns ultra-compact drone developed in-house based on rich track record. Year of foundation: 2016 Number of employees: 60+ Capital: 1.42 billion yen

Chiba-shi, Chiba-ken

You will develop a sensing system (SLAM system) for small industrial UAV that are used in small indoor spaces. You will be responsible for suggesting improvements to the autonomous flight system of drone currently under development, planning the development schedule, and performing consistent development work from research and development to product development. In addition to the development work, you will also be required to conduct technical research for the development. Tasks in spefic: - Product review and requirements definition in collaboration with product manager - System design and technology verification of autonomous flying drones - Development of sensing systems using multiple sensors (sensor fusion) - Investigation and verification of new sensing algorithms - Testing on actual machine and conducting PoC in simulated environment/real site, etc. Development environment: OS: Linux Development language: C, C++ Version control: Git

Required: - 3+ years' professional experience in either C or C++ - Experience in developing sensing system using sensors such as camera, LiDAR, etc. - Experience developing systems using position/velocity measurement algorithms such as SLAM and Visual/LiDAR Odometry - Experience in robotics technology that combines hardware and software such as robot, autonomous driving, etc. - Basic mathematical knowledge such as linear algebra, differential calculus, and statistics - Experience managing around 10 people as a project leader Preferred: - Experience using SW framework for robot such as ROS - Experience rebuilding kernels - Experience developing hard real-time system - Experience using single board computers such as Jetson in professional context - Development experience at venture/startup - Experience in formulating, verifying, and proving hypotheses for new technologies - Experience in improving known theories and implementing mathematical theory on actual machines We like to work with: - Those who are able to communicate proactively and involve others - Those who can perform zero-based development after reviewing the system - Those who can develop based on flexible ideas whether with existing or new technologies - Those who have a sense of responsibility and ownership, and can tenaciously tackle difficult issues Nice to have

A Japanese venture company planning and developing security robot to work in commercial buildings, office buildings and other facilities. Their autonomous mobile robots are equipped with 3D SLAM by own-made laser sensor and cameras, and are coordinated on cloud platform. The product is in production use at airports and large buildings. Year of foundation: 2016 Capital: approx. 2.2 billion yen Number of employees: appros. 30

Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

[System infrastructure development] - Development of software management system for robots: Develop management and update systems for containers that operate on robots - Development of communication infrastructure: Construct and develop communication infrastructure to connect robots to the cloud with high reliability using mobile network etc. - Simulation development: Build a simulation system that supports on-robot software development and evaluation by building a virtual test environment [Low layer robot system development] - Development of device drivers: Create ROS drivers for devices installed on robots and develop calibration tools etc. - Hardware module integration: Analyze and debug the hardware connected to the robot - Embedded software development: Develop firmware for measurement and control devices installed on robots [Environment recognition system development] - Object recognition for security applications using point clouds: Using 3D LiDAR data, develop 3D object recognition and detection systems according to customer requests - Robot image processing: Develop image processing using information such as the position of the robot, fusion processing system for other sensor information and images, etc. [Autonomous navigation system development] - Development of 3D map construction and self-localization system: Develop point-cloud-based probabilistic self-localization system, make it robust, and improve accuracy by fusing a large number of sensor data - Development of robot motion planning system: Develop global and local motion planning system, respond to various environments, enhance robustness etc. - Development of 3D LiDAR data processing system: Achieve high accuracy and reliability of obstacle detection using point cloud [Development of state management system] - Development of a state management system: Organize software module dependencies and develop a system that manages the state of the robot in order to execute user-instructed robot tasks and respond to incidents - Cloud collaboration system: Develop a system that connects the cloud and the state management system on robot - Development of robot's self-diagnosis function [Real-time data distribution system development] - Development of low-latency video distribution system: Develop real-time (sub-second) video processing, encryption, and distribution system to the cloud through mobile network

Mandatory: - C++ (C++11 or later) - Python - Linux - ROS - CI - Unit Testing - GitHub - Agile - Computer Science - Fundamental math knowledge such as linear algebra Preferable: - Deep knowledge in Docker & Linux / udev/systemd / site reliability / AWS - Deep knowledge in mobile communication & network communication / design pattern - Dynamics / knowledge in simulation framework - Knowledge in communication such as USB, and time sync - Ability to read device spec document & circuit diagram / ability to use oscilloscope / spec analysis of communication devices - Development experience on microcontroller - Point cloud processing, PCL - Image processing, OpenCV - Knowledge in probability-statistics / algorithms such as Kalman filter & particle filter - 3D point cloud data processing / SLAM - Optimization, search algorithm - State transition design - AWS IoT / Golang / knowledge in network communication - Image processing / understanding of streaming protocol / understanding of movie & audio encoding Nice to have

A startup aiming to utilize robot in new field such as retail industry by automated manipulation and remote control. Their robots are in service at multiple konbini stores and about to enter serial production and deployment. Year of foundation: 2017 Number of employees: 40+ Total fund raised: more than 1 billion yen

Chuo-ku, Tokyo

- Robot electrical design, actuator design, and control software design. Specifically, electrical design and low-level control software design for actuators that combine brushless motors, planetary gear and strain-wave reducers, encoders, and limit switches. - Evaluate, test, and improve actuator and electrical systems. - Work with quality assurance and manufacturing teams to address and improve the quality of the robots and market defects.

- Working experience in robotics or similar product development. - Must be able to design their own electrical circuits and take a hands on approach to analysis and problem solving 　|_ Layout design skills are nice to have, but it can be outsourced. 　|_ Use of instrumentation such as an oscilloscope, multimeter, etc., will be essential. - Deep technical understanding and design skills in the following three areas: 　|_ Improvement of stability around the power supply against back EMF of the motor 　|_ Circuit design for highly accurate sensing of current values to measure the load on motors (noise reduction, sensor selection, etc.) 　|_ Low-level software design for position PID control of brushless motors using limit switches and encoders - Technical ability to perform software review and some coding of embedded motor control code implemented on STM microcontrollers and FPGA. 　|_ C and C++ programming languages are required. - Technical knowledge of mechanical engineering at a level that enables in-depth discussions of technical considerations with the mechanical design team. 　|_ Mechanical design engineers are in charge of design itself. CAD design skills are not required, but knowledge to be able to have technical discussions with the mechanical design engineers is required. - Technical knowledge of firmware development at a level that enables in-depth discussions of technical considerations with the firmware team. 　|_ Full implementation skills are not required, but enough knowledge to have technical discussions with the firmware engineers is required. - Ability to lead PCB board manufacturing and component assembly by working with manufacturing vendors. - Ability to have in-depth technical discussions with in-house engineers in Japanese and English. Business level in either English or Japanese

Major Japanese electronics company

Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken

In delivering the evolution of video expression to creators, we are developing camera object recognition and autofocus functions that utilize AI and image processing technology. ・Software development for object recognition and tracking functions using AI/image processing ・Software development of autofocus function using object recognition/tracking function ・HW IP control software development for AI/image processing An opportunity to not only has experience in developing AI, image processing, and autofocus functions, but also proactively takes on the challenge of proposing new functions through discussions and requirement analysis with professional photographers and videographers. In the future, there will be many opportunities to expand the scope of your career by involving in the development of various products within the Group, such as robotics and medical device, making use of your experience in AI/image processing and software development.

■Required ・More than 3 years of embedded software development experience using C/C++ ・Real-time programming experience on Linux/RTOS ■Prefered ・More than 2 years of experience in implementing image processing, signal processing, and sequence control ・Knowledge of camera ・Over 2 years experience in software development ・Knowledge of Machine Learning (Deep Learning), 1 year+ experience in developing functions using Machine Learning Prefer TOEIC 600+

A Japanese venture company having strength in indoor autonomous flight of drone. Founded by CEO who had experience as developer and entrepreneur in early era of drone business. Year of foundation: 2016 Workforces: about 15

Katsushika-ku, Tokyo

Development of middleware / software for drone's autonomous control under non-GPS environment Programing languages used / dev setup: - C, C++, C#, Python - Linux Ubuntu - Windows - OpenCV - ROS - GitHub

Must have: - Experience controlling moving object by PID control (5+ years) - Development experience on Linux (5+ years) - Fundamental knowledge about realtime control - PID control, feedback control, responsiveness evaluation etc. Nice to have: - Experience controlling objects (flying, preferably) with microcontroller or single-board computer (Jetson mainly) - Knowledge and experience in embedded or other realtime control - Experience controlling objects (flying, preferably) using image sensor (camera or other) - Basic image recognition technique or experience using libraries such as OpenCV - Experience assembling robot or control device (including experiment) Mind / spirit: - Motivation to always continue to create new value, that is not present in the world yet * Experience with drone is not mandatory if you have experience in robot control or embedded control Either English or Japanese at business level is mandatory

A Japanese startup globally leading intelligent robot manipulation. Co-founded in 2011 by CEO, ex-technical sales at global tool maker and CTO, PhD in robotic who has expertise in motion planning. They have strength such as: - Acceleration of industrial robot's motion planning by sophisticated in-house library - Intelligent manipulation based on perception by 3D vision - Interface via which you can teach robots from major makers with ease from a single device Currently best at logistics warehouse where automation is most rapidly introduced these years, though delivering factory projects too. Ranking around top of the world in terms of number of delivered cases, they are now planning to build a package of control platform. Year of foundation: 2011 Number of employees: 150+ (Japan) Capital: 100 million yen Headquarter: Koto-ku, Tokyo local offices in Nagoya, USA and China

Koto-ku, Tokyo

- Setting up industrial robot arms and controllers, gripper, 2D/3D vision system - Executing robot systems demos for customers - Support installation and configuration of company's own controller and peripherals at customer sites - Provide technical support for the systems deployed to customer sites (remote and on-site support). Customer sites could be both in Japan and overseas. Max. 40% of a month is on-site, depends on the progress of the projects in charge. - Mechanical Design peripherals such as robot hand, robot cells, robot stand, demo frame, camera mounting plates, gripper parts, etc.

Minimum Requirements: - At least 2 years of experience in machinery and equipment. Electrical, Mechanical, Field-service, control, manufacturing, design - Ability to understand manuals of factory automation systems, warehousing (WMS), and logistics systems written in Japanese - Business level Japanese for effective communication with customers and vendors - Ability to read specification sheets and purchase necessary mechanical and electrical components from suppliers Preferable Requirements: - Hands-on experience in maintenance and manipulating industrial robot or/and AGV (AMR) at factory or/and warehouse - Hands-on experience in robot arm task creating, conveyor belt control, setting up industrial sensors, CNC, PLC is an advantage - Conversational level English; comfortable working in English only environment - Work experience in design, research, and/or development in a manufacturing-related company - Electrical and mechanical licenses - Familiar with industrial safety best practices, domestic and international, with regard to robot systems - CAD modeling skills (Both 2D and 3D) - Trouble-shooting skills Nice to have

A Japanese independent IT service provider. Deliver IT solutions such as control system for manufacturing / inspection, business application for enterprise etc. Increasing AI projects in recent years e.g. image analysis for manufacturing / medical industries, robot's perception / control, data analytics. The company started focusing in high-speed computation with GPU and founded a dedicated team in 2013. The team recruited engineers with math skill, which enabled early adaptation to deep learning boom. Year of foundation: 1991 Capital: approx. 20 million yen Number of employees: 160

Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

You will be engaged in R&D or product / service development related to AI, machine learning, 3D data or SLAM. Client industry includes manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, healthcare and others. We have positions from technical-sales-oriented role with focus on requirement definition, to R&D-like role. Joint research with university is also going on. We look forward to meeting a candidate with strong inquisitive mind.

Development experience in either of the following: AI, machine learning, 3D data, SLAM Nice to have

Major Japanese electronics company

Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken

Candidate will play either of the following roles depending on experience and preference: - Autofocus control utilizing AI e.g. real-time eye AF, real-time tracking etc. - Signal processing to achieve high-speed tracking in AF(Auto Focus) / AE(Auto Exposure) / AWB(Auto White Balance) - Signal processing and image processing for image sensor to achieve high resolution, high sensitivity and high image quality - High quality shake reduction and stabilization for body and lens, mechatronics control - Digital audio signal processing with high-quality microphone

Must have: - 3+ years' experience of embedded software development in C/C++ (Not applicable to ML engineers) Plus some of the following depending on the role: - Real-time programming on Linux/RTOS - Machine learning (deep learning) - Image processing and signal processing, sequence control - Mechatronics, servo control - Audio signal processind - Knowledge about camera and experience in its software development N.A.

A Japanese startup developing mobile manipulator that co-exists side-by-side with humans. Aims at its utilization in various industries including restaurants. Year of foundation: 2019 Workforces: 4 Capital: approx. 30 million yen

Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo

Tasks include (but are not limited to): - Write a program and make the robot move - Write test cases

Must have: - Git / Linux (systemd, bash etc.) / ROS1 / C++11 / Python2 / Python3 - Basic knowledge and ability equivalent to robotics post-graduate degree - Knowledge and experience in either of the following domains of robotics: >> Image processing >> 3D sensor and point cloud processing >> Machine learning >> Autonomous mobility >> Manipulation - Passion for robot Nice to have: - Rust - OpenCV / PCL - Experience in robot hardware development - OSS development / contribution - ROS2 Nice to have

A Japanese startup developing mobile manipulator that co-exists side-by-side with humans. Aims at its utilization in various industries including restaurants. Year of foundation: 2019 Workforces: 4 Capital: approx. 30 million yen

Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo

Robot's mechanical design, circuit design, assembly, evaluation and so on

Must have: - Basic knowledge and ability equivalent to robotics post-graduate degree - 5-10 years' experience in mechanical design - Professional experience of product development - Experience of mechanical design using reducer, linear motion, and belt drive mechanism - 3D CAD design (including stress analysis) - Passion for robot Nice to have: - Robot design experience - Control system design skill - Capability of assembly and adjustment, verification and testing - Electrical circuit design and PCB making - Project management experience involving external vendors - Passion for making things Nice to have

Major Japanese electronics company

Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

Research and development of next-generation electric mobility

Must have some of the following experience: - System design of camera system communication etc. for autonomous driving / running, requirement definition and ensuing detailed design of lens, image sensor, and image pre-processing - Development of moving object detection algorithm utilizing on-vehicle cameras and LiDAR etc., or perception algorithm for lane, sign etc., that are necessary for autonomous running - Development of highly efficient image processing system required for autonomous driving / running utilizing heterogeneous system including FPGA, GPU and so on - Functional system design, safety system design and definition of required specification in electric device (better if mobility) development, or detailed design and coding based on required specification - Development of control system considering merchantability and safety around mobility's driving, turning and braking, or chasis' design requirement definition (e.g. driving performance, NVH etc.) and 3D CAD (e.g. with CATIA, NX etc.) - Requirement definition including merchantability, or detailed design and coding for advanced safety device (e.g. emergency brake, ACC, LKAS etc.) - Functional system design, safety system design including cyber security and its requirement definition, or detailed design and coding for on-vehicle electrical system e.g. vehicle electronics platform, meter cluster, navigation system, audio, HVAC etc. - Communication spec planning or its detailed design and coding for storing various data of mobility on to cloud or other environment - Requirement definition, or detailed design and coding for OnTheAir firmware overwriting on various electric devices - Requirement definition, or detailed design and coding related to cyber security in vehicle connectivity - Aerodynamic requirement definition of CD and CL, which impact fuel efficiency or energy efficiency, or body development using small / large wind tunnel Nice to have some of the following: - Development / design experience in electric or other vehicle control with RCP - Development experience related to mobility's legal compliance or 3rd party verification such as NCAP, product planning experience, M/L planning experience for parts' procurement, or project management including cost planning - Wholistic knowledge about mobility's development process toward mass production, or knowledge about functional safety standards such as IEC61508, ISO26262, DO-178B / 178C Mandatory for non-Japanese speakers

Japanese construction machine maker with high market share in lifting equipments. Overseas revenue is more than 40% and increasing. Founded in 1948 Capital: JPY 13B 2016 Revenue: JPY 179B Number of employees: 3,346

Takamatsu-shi, Kagawa-ken, Japan

Control design and control algorithm development for the products such as crane trucks and aerial work platforms.

Must have: - Knowledge about automatic control theory - Experience of applying control theory to machines Nice to have: - Formulation and simulation of physical phenomena on machines - Experience of C / C++ programming - Experience on Matlab / simulink, dSPACE Must have for non-Japanese natives