Software Engineer (Japanese Speaker)

HITHINK TECHNOLOGY INDONESIA; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology firm is seeking a Software Engineer (Japanese Speaker) for a full-time internship in South Jakarta. The position involves developing complex software systems, ensuring code quality, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, professional software development experience, and fluent bilingual skills in English or Mandarin—with Japanese as a plus.

Qualifications

• Fluent bilingual communication in English or Mandarin (Minimum HSK 4).
• Optional: Japanese Language (Minimum JLPT N3).
• Over 3 years of professional software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying high-complexity software systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Conduct in-depth code reviews and resolve complex software defects.

Skills

Java

VB.net

Spring Framework

Database Programming

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields

Tools

Power Designer

Microsoft 365

Job description

About the position

Join our team at HITHINK TECHNOLOGY INDONESIA as Software Engineers (Japanese Speaker). This is a full-time internship position based in South Jakarta, Jakarta, offering you the opportunity to develop your skills and gain valuable experience in a dynamic, fast-paced technology environment.

Job Desc & Summary:

Responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying high-complexity software systems. Ensures code quality, system reliability, and performance through rigorous development practices and leadership in standards enforcement. Provides technical guidance, mentors junior engineers, and supports continuous improvement across the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Software Development & Code Quality

Develop high-complexity core modules with optimized and maintainable code.

Conduct in-depth code reviews for critical components.

Resolve complex software defects and ensure system stability.

2. Testing & Quality Assurance

Create and evaluate comprehensive unit and integration test cases.

Perform module-level and system-level testing.

Analyze test outcomes to recommend architectural improvements.

3. Deployment & Support

Prepare and validate production deliverables.

Troubleshoot UAT and post-launch issues.

Provide Level 3 technical support for critical incidents.

4. System Design & Standards

Contribute to high-level and detailed system design, especially for complex functionalities.

Enforce software design standards and best practices.

Review and explain designs to development teams.

Support knowledge management through documentation and training material.

Assist with integration testing and detailed design under mentorship.

Attend and contribute to system design training programs.

Mentor junior engineers and conduct technical training sessions.

Share expertise in tools, frameworks, and methodologies.

Foster a culture of continuous learning and best practices.

7. Delivery & User Support

Contribute to user manuals and assist in user acceptance testing.

Support end-to-end system and acceptance testing phases.

8. Ad-hoc Tasks

Execute additional tasks and special assignments from management as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree graduates with majors related to science and engineering, such as computer science, software engineering, big data, cloud computing, Internet of Things, network engineering, information, communication, electronics, etc.

Language Requirements: Fluent bilingual communication (Listening/Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English or Mandarin (Minimum HSK 4).

Optional Language Requirements: 1. Japanese Language (Minimum JLPT N3).

Over 3 years of professional software development experience and at least 4 years in system design and development.

A minimum of 2 years of hands-on project development experience is required. Experience in OS/Middleware migration is a plus.

Computer language skills: Java, UI: Experience with Spring Framework b) Batch: DB-access Java programming 2) VB: a) UI/Batch: VB.net or .NET experience (for field terminals).

Preferred Skills (Want): ProC:* Development skills or C + SQL proficiency (needed only for legacy code analysis, not new development).

The ideal candidate has led detailed design for at least two small-scale systems, including creating functional and technical specifications, database and interface design, and system architecture documentation.

Other Supporting Skill & Experience:

System Design Tools Proficient in industry-standard design tools.

Power Designer (data modeling, system architecture) (Additional examples: Enterprise Architect, Visio, Lucidchart).

Proficient skills in office suites: • Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Infrastructure Management Hands-on experience with: • OS administration (Windows Server/Linux) • Network configuration (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN) • Hardware maintenance (servers, workstations).

If you're ready to embark on an exciting and rewarding journey for this position, we encourage you to apply now!

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