Japanese-Speaking Embedded Software Project Manager (Global Automotive Software)

  • Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Location: Hanoi / Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Automotive Software & Embedded Systems (Global Tier-1 Supplier)


Role Overview

In this role, you will drive the software delivery for high-quality, state-of-the-art In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems based on Linux/Android platforms.

This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate directly with top-tier automotive experts from Japan, China, India, and Germany, gaining unparalleled exposure to next-generation autonomous driving and IoT technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary technical interface for the software product scope from the initial acquisition phase through to final release.
  • Project Delivery: Take full ownership of project schedules, managing strict Quality, Cost, and Delivery (Q-C-D) metrics.
  • Requirement Analysis: Analyze, clarify, and document complex customer requirements with the support of the engineering team.
  • Task Tracking: Issue development requests to engineers and closely monitor day-to-day progress.
  • Problem Solving & Leadership: Lead cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical roadblocks during software development to ensure milestone deliveries.
  • People Development: Mentor, guide, and provide constructive feedback to team associates.

Key Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automotive, Computer, Electrical-Electronics, Telecommunications, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience: A minimum of 8+ years of hands-on experience in Embedded Software Development fields.
  • Project Management: Proven track record in project management, risk mitigation, and team leadership.
  • Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of microcontrollers, microprocessors, and the V-model development process.
  • Languages:
    • Fluent Japanese (essential for handling Japanese market stakeholders and clients).
    • Fluent English (verbal and written communication for internal global collaboration).

Nice-to-Have:

  • Prior exposure to the Automotive Industry (knowledge of In-Vehicle Communication, Vehicle Dynamics, or Automotive Safety Standards).
  • PMP certification or an equivalent project management credential.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive Compensation: 13th-month salary bonus + attractive performance-based bonuses + annual performance appraisals.
  • Onboarding Security: 100% monthly salary and full mandatory social insurance covered right from the 2-month probation period.
  • Global Mobility: Regular opportunities for short-term and long-term onsite assignments at international locations.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, 15+ days of annual leave, and 1 dedicated birthday leave day.
  • Health & Perks: Premium health insurance for you and up to 2 family members; daily lunch and parking allowances.
  • Culture & Environment: Work within a recognized "Best Place to Work" with a dynamic, fast-growing global environment. Enjoy modern in-house entertainment facilities, snacks, active sports clubs (football, badminton, yoga, aerobics), and regular team-building trips.
  • Continuous Upskilling: Access to extensive training programs covering hot-trend technologies, leadership skills, and foreign languages.

Client Overview

Our client is a world-leading global supplier of technology and services, operating an expansive network across Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

The company's specialized software and engineering hub in Vietnam serves as a premier offshore development center, delivering advanced embedded systems, automotive software solutions, mechanical design, and high-tech IT solutions to global markets.