Tokyo / Product & Technology - Arene / Employee / hybrid
Woven by Toyota is the mobility technology subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation. Our mission is to deliver safe, intelligent, human-centered mobility for all. Through our Arene mobility software platform, safety-first automated driving technology, and Toyota Woven City — our test course for advanced mobility — we’re bringing greater freedom, safety, and happiness to people and society.
Our unique global culture weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation and time-tested Japanese quality craftsmanship. We leverage these complementary strengths to amplify the capabilities of drivers, foster happiness, and elevate well-being.
TEAM
Woven by Toyota is seeking a skilled Architect to support the development of our next-generation automotive simulation platform. This platform will cover vehicle simulation, environmental elements (such as traffic simulation, road network, and weather), and sensor simulation (including camera, LIDAR, and RADAR). This scalable platform is envisioned as a critical tool for application developers working on control systems, sensor-fusion, perception, and machine learning systems. Utilizing the latest technology, we aim to provide highly accurate ground truth data and realistic synthetic sensor data under a myriad of weather and traffic conditions.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned engineer with a background in automotive simulation, robotics, control systems, game development, or computer vision. As the appointed Architect, you will be entrusted with the technical development of this platform. Comfortable with complex systems and large codebases; collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of engineers is essential. The role will involve making vital technical decisions, demonstrating these decisions to stakeholders through proof-of-concepts, working with engineers on implementation, assisting in validation, and delivering a superior, scalable system. Additionally, you will be expected to identify gaps in current systems, keep up with market trends, comprehend state-of-the-art solutions, and contribute to our product development strategy. You will report to the Architects Lead in the Chief Engineer Office, and the role is hybrid - at least 3 days in office per week.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive the technical development of the next-generation simulation platform.
- Foster relationships with both internal and external teams, stakeholders, and alternative solution providers.
- Educate, inspire, and work with the engineering team to create a cohesive technical strategy.
- Report progress to stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree in Physics, Robotics, Computer Science, Mechatronics, AI/Machine Learning, or a related engineering field.
- At least 5 years of experience with C/C++/Python/Rust.
- Profound understanding of algorithms, geometry, and linear algebra.
- Strong system design and programming skills.
- Expertise in simulation software development within the automotive, robotics, aviation, or related fields.
- Familiarity with modern development processes and tools.
- Proficient in verbal and written English.
NICE TO HAVES:
- Experience in sensor simulation (camera, LIDAR, RADAR).
- Experience with industry-leading game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, etc.).
- Knowledge of GPU programming, shaders, and/or ray-tracing.
- Experience in UI/UX design and development.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as AUTOSAR, ASPICE, ISO 26262, etc.
- Proficiency in the Japanese language.
If you are located outside of Japan we will set up an interview over Google Hangout Meet.
WHAT WE OFFER
・Competitive Salary - Based on experience
・Work Hours - Flexible working time with NO core-hours
・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 Security - all applicable (Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance)
・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)
By submitting your application you agree to the following terms: https://woven.toyota/en/applicant-privacy-notice
Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・We pledge that any information we receive from you will be used ONLY for the purpose of hiring assessment.
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