2020 Top Jobs in Japan Week 28

If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we look through our database of top jobs in Japan posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones. You can apply directly to these companies by creating a profile on GaijinPot Jobs!

NodeJS Backend / DevOps

As a backend developer, you will be implementing, maintaining, and delivering quality websites for a new global project.

You must hold a degree in computer science or related field and be proficient in JavaScript ES6+, Python, or Golang.

Part-time Content Creator Assistant

Kimezawa is looking for part-time content creators to contribute to the Bikkuri Japan website and its social media accounts.

Your primary duty will be planning, writing and editing content, photo/video shooting, and being a guest on their Youtube channel.

Sports Bar Manager/Assistant Manager

Cezars International is looking for a bar manager or an assistant manager to operate its sports bar located in Nagoya.

Your responsibilities will include effectively managing staff members while assessing work performance and identifying areas for improvement and training opportunities.

Benefits include meals during your shift, staff discounts, social insurance, and opportunities for career advancement.

Marketing Associate

MoveFast is looking for a new Marketing Associate to create marketing and SNS campaigns/strategies and create and distribute engaging written or graphic content in the form of email newsletters, web pages, blog content, or social media messages.

You must have experience in digital marketing and social media platforms.

Benefits include free in-house Japanese language lessons and all-you-can-eat Japanese snacks and drinks (i.e., Kit Kat, Pocky, Ramune)!

Search Evaluation for Japanese Speakers in Japan

This is a remote work position for people living in Japan (and overseas) to optimize Japanese search engine results.

You must be fluent in Japanese and have resided in Japan for at least five years.

Assistant Translator Staff

As an assistant translator, you'll perform Japanese to English translations for companies in Japan's real estate sector.

You will receive bonus incentives based on performance.

Senior Analyst

Westbrook, an international consulting agency helping global companies develop/invest in Japan, is looking for a multilingual employee to work as a Senior Analyst.

Your main responsibility will be organizing and managing client schedules, providing on-the-ground support for clients, and maintaining good working relationships with local businesses.

You must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese and Japanese and have at least conversational English proficiency.

International Sales Executive

Crown, an import/export car company, is looking for an overseas sales executive to be in charge of selling and exporting to sourcing vehicles that match clients' needs from local suppliers and automotive auctions in Japan and North America.

You must have business-level English and conversational Japanese. Russian, Thai, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese abilities would be a big plus.

Benefits include a commission-based system to top up your monthly salary up to ¥1M.

Writer/Editor

You will assist a Japanese director in tourism or culture promotion materials via interviews, content writing, and editing in this freelance position.

You must have at least one year of experience in professional writing.

English Grammar Teacher

Grabit is looking for an English teacher for its new English school focused on teaching grammar rules.

You must have a valid working visa for Japan and have experience in teaching junior high to adult students.

Work experience (teaching or translation), certifications, and ability will determine your salary.

Research Assistant

As a bilingual research assistant, you will report directly to the company chairman.

In this position, you will research and write articles and op-eds in English for global media on Japan's domestic politics, economy, and technological innovation. Additional topics may include geopolitics and geoeconomics in the Indo-Pacific region.

Depending on experience, you may also manage various research projects.

You must be a native English speaker with advanced Japanese language skills (enough to be comfortable providing translation support from JP to EN and vice versa).

Manga Cover Designer

Papyless is looking for Manga Cover Designers for the English-language version of Renta!, an online manga reading app.

Successful candidates will design English manga covers from existing Japanese versions. You must have a strong command of the Japanese language and be familiar with Japanese and American cultures to localize content.

Although office visits may be necessary for interviews and orientation, this is a freelance position.

Contracts/Legal writer

Wordwallah is looking for candidates with excellent research skills and a Japanese law degree to write contracts and legal documents based on Japanese laws in English.

The hiring process involves an unpaid test via email after the resume screening.

To browse through hundreds of other jobs currently available in Japan, including those you can do from home, visit GaijinPot Jobs.