Senior Software Architect - Digital Transformation (Remote, Japan)

Join a new Global Team dedicated to driving innovation by Digital Transformation and making a significant impact both domestically and globally!

A well-established company that has traditionally worked with vendors is now building its own in-house digital team. As part of this first step, the company has onboarded one of Japan’s top tech leaders and is forming a new mega team to drive digital transformation.

Why Join?

• Work-Life Balance: Full Remote from Anywhere in Japan + Flex Time.
• Overseas Remote Work: Foreign employees may work remotely from their home country for up to 3 months per year.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for career advancement
• Bilingual Environment: Diverse, multicultural team (English & Japanese)

Job Description

Main Responsibilities:

You will play a key role in bridging business requirements with technical solutions. You’ll oversee software architecture, select appropriate technologies, and collaborate with the development team to ensure smooth project execution. Additionally, you will act as a technical advisor, resolving any complex challenges that arise during the project and mentoring developers on best practices.

Key Tasks:

• Collect and analyze business and technical requirements
• Identify system risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Evaluate and select the best technologies, frameworks, and tools for the project
• Design and build system architecture and document specifications
• Provide technical support to development teams and address issues promptly
• Plan, execute, and assess performance, security, and scalability testing

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About the Company

This is a leading company headquartered in Tokyo, with a strong presence across Asia, including India, Indonesia, Singapore, and Vietnam, employing more than 1,200 people. With a long and established track record in the construction industry, the company provides a wide range of building materials and solutions for infrastructure and construction projects.

The company is currently undergoing a full-scale digital transformation, aiming to enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and productivity through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

The current CEO, who holds a degree from a U.S. university, is a forward-thinking leader who understands the importance of digital transformation in the construction industry. The company is also committed to creating a workplace where employees can contribute to society while feeling fulfilled and happy in their roles.

To further strengthen this transformation, the company is welcoming a new CTO, CIO, creating a refreshed C-level team that will drive innovation and establish next-generation leadership.

Requirements

Must-Have:

• Japanese Language Business Level
• Strong understanding of architecture patterns and experience in designing and building system architectures
• Knowledge of various technology stacks (programming languages, frameworks, libraries – no specific preferences)
• Familiarity with quality management practices
• Experience with DevSecOps & Security
• Python & Nodejs

Nice-to-Have:

• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Possession of any of the following certifications:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Registered Information Security Specialist
• Systems Architect Certification

Benefits

• Employment Type: Full-time employee
• Estimated Annual Salary: Up to ¥12M
• Remote Work: Available
• Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (7.5-hour workday)
• Flexible Hours: Yes (Core Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM)
• Holidays:
• Full two-day weekends (Saturday and Sunday)
• National holidays
• Year-end and New Year holidays (122 days of annual leave – 2023 data)
• Various paid leaves: annual leave, summer/winter break, bereavement leave, refresh leave, life support leave, anniversary leave

Location

Tokyo, Japan (Head Office in Shinjuku)

Full remote work available across Japan.