Should Your Next Role Stretch You?
One of the recurring challenges I face in recruitment is this: Clients often ask me to find candidates already doing exactly the job they are hiring for. On paper, that makes perfect sense. If a company needs a systems engineer, why not approach someone currently working as a systems engineer? But in practice, those conversations […]
Embedded Software Engineer – Automotive Electronics
Location: Tokyo, JapanSalary: 9–12 million JPY (depending on experience). Overview An exciting opportunity for an embedded software engineer to join a growing automotive electronics team developing advanced body electronics solutions for the Japanese market. This role focuses on embedded software development for next-generation automotive systems, including smart access and intelligent power distribution technologies. You will […]
When Should You Ask for an Offer Extension?
This can be a sensitive question. But the direct answer is simple. If you need more time to make a decision, you should ask. In most cases, one of two things will happen: The company will grant the extension The company will decline and ask you to honor the original deadline Either way, it is […]
Test Engineer, Automotive Body Electronics
Your Mission: To Exceed Expectations. Location: Tokyo, JapanSalary: Up to 10 mil. JPY Overview This role is for a Test Engineer responsible for system integration testing and vehicle integration testing of automotive body electronics products. You will work on advanced electronics systems such as power distribution modules, smart car access, and lighting electronics. The role […]
What Will Your Job Look Like One Year From Now?
It’s a simple idea, but one I picked up from Lou Adler that has proven to be very powerful. When people evaluate a new job, they usually focus on the offer in front of them.Salary, title, team size, location.All important. But there’s a more important question that often gets missed: What will this role look […]