Project Leader (PL) – Japan-Facing Projects
SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd
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Job summary
SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd in Penang seeks an experienced Project Leader to guide Japan-facing software development projects. You will interpret Japanese specifications, drive design and delivery, and act as the primary liaison with Japanese clients.
You will lead a cross-functional team, manage milestones and risk, review code, and coordinate testing. Proficiency in Java, React, Oracle and MySQL, plus JLPT N2+ and Mandarin communication, are required. Willingness to travel overseas is a plus.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in CS, SE or related field.
- 8+ years of software development, enterprise apps.
- Strong hands-on with Java, React, Oracle and MySQL.
- Knowledge of microservices and RESTful APIs.
- Experience with Git and CI/CD.
- JLPT N2+ Japanese proficiency for reading specs and communicating with clients.
- Mandarin-speaking communication with teams.
- Experience leading Japan-facing development teams.
- Willing to travel overseas for short-term projects.
- Hands-on in Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a project team for Japan-facing software development projects.
- Interpret Japanese business specification documents and create design documentation.
- Assign tasks, manage man-hours, and oversee project progress.
- Organize code reviews and drive testing activities.
- Communicate with Japanese clients to clarify requirements and provide status reports.
- Ensure on-time, high-quality delivery while managing risks and issues.
Skills
Education
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Job description
We are seeking an experienced Project Leader to lead and manage our Japan-facing software development project team. In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting Japanese business specification documents, driving design and delivery, and serving as the primary liaison with Japanese clients. You will ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards.
Lead and manage a project team for Japan-facing software development projects
Interpret Japanese business specification documents and create basic/detailed design documentation
Assign tasks, manage man-hours, and oversee project progress to ensure timely delivery
Organize code reviews and drive testing activities (unit, integration, and system testing)
Communicate directly with Japanese clients to clarify requirements, handle business negotiations, and provide regular status reports
Ensure on-time, high-quality project delivery while managing risks and issues effectively
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of software development experience, with a proven track record in enterprise application development
Strong hands-on experience with Java, React, Oracle, and MySQL
Solid understanding of software design principles, microservices architecture, and RESTful APIs
Experience with version control tools (Git) and CI/CD pipelines is a plus
Japanese proficiency at JLPT N2 or above – capable of reading business specification documents, handling email correspondence, and delivering client presentations in Japanese
Ability to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking customers and project teams is required
Proven experience leading project teams in Japan-facing development environments
Ability to coordinate and supervise team workflows, with strong task delegation and progress tracking skills
Willingness to travel overseas for business assignments (short-term project support)
Hands-on experience in Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 systems
- Hospitalization Insurance, Outpatient, Dental & Vision, Bonuses
- On-the-job training with regional and overseas project exposure
- Performance-based incentives & project bonuses
- Friendly work culture with a learning-focused environment
- Perks and benefits Medical Miscellaneous allowance Dental Vision Hospitalization insurance, Quarterly Incentive Pro
Hirer responsiveness Salary match Number of applicants
Computer Software & Networking 11-50 employees
SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd is a member of SEMI-TECH Group, an Advanced Industrial Smart Manufacturing Solution Provider, composed of Automation Division (Suzhou, Singapore, Malaysia), MES Division (Shanghai), Digitization Division (Shenzhen) and still expanding into other domains.
Our self-developed fully automated CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) solution provides efficient and stable production management services for the semiconductor/pan-semiconductor industries. It has already achieved mass production validation in multiple 12-inch wafer fabs. SEMI-TECH gathers the best software/hardware experts from China and South East Asia. The core members have successful experience and knowledge of semiconductor smart production execution systems. SEMI-TECH currently has a workforce of over 800 employees, with technical personnel accounting for 80% of the total.
Our business scope encompasses various industries including semiconductors, photovoltaics, electronic assembly, rail transportation, new energy, home and personal care, medical, and chemical sectors. We currently have over 100 customers, establishing benchmarks in numerous manufacturing fields. In China, our market presence extends to 22 cities, while our international market spans across Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, the Philippines, and other countries.
SEMI-TECH's headquarter is in Shanghai. To date, we have established subsidiary companies in Suzhou, Shenzhen, Beijing, Chengdu, Hefei, Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia.
History
1999 - Founded in Singapore by a group of CIM researchers. Initial focus was in the Semiconductor industry, has ventured into electronics and discrete manufacturing
2005 - Establishment of SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd in Penang, Malaysia
2007 - SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd is awarded the MSC status by the Malaysian government
2010 - Won Best of Industrial Applications Awards by the MSC MALAYSIA APICTA (Asia Pacific ICT Award) – SECSTalk Pro III
2011 - Establishment of SEMI Integration (Suzhou) Co Ltd in Suzhou, China
2012 - Won Best of Industrial Applications Awards by the MSC MALAYSIA APICTA (Asia Pacific ICT Award) – EI Works 3.0
2021 - Acquired and grouped under SEMI-TECH Group of Suzhou Saimeite Technology Co.,Ltd., Suzhou, China
2022 - Headquarter relocated to Shanghai, China
Our strength is in having resources that are cross-trained in various Equipment Automation Program and CIM system software tools that are necessary to develop and implement top-notch applications for shop floor automation. Our areas of expertise include implementation of Equipment Integration, Manufacturing Execution Systems for many different tool types and equipment vendors, and various applications servers within the CIM environment, e.g. EAP, SECS Driver, Automatic Equipment Collection, SPC, MES, RMS, MMS, OEE, APC, FDC, RTD, FullAuto, WMS, APS, RPA etc.
In today’s plant floor environment, the need to integrate different process data within multiple software control systems (i.e. the production control, QC, MRP and MES systems) has driven the evolution of engineering personnel who understand, not only the applications systems domain, but the business systems as well.
We also outsource professional services to Semiconductor Manufacturing plants.
SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd is a member of SEMI-TECH Group, an Advanced Industrial Smart Manufacturing Solution Provider, composed of Automation Division (Suzhou, Singapore, Malaysia), MES Division (Shanghai), Digitization Division (Shenzhen) and still expanding into other domains.
Our self-developed fully automated CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) solution provides efficient and stable production management services for the semiconductor/pan-semiconductor industries. It has already achieved mass production validation in multiple 12-inch wafer fabs. SEMI-TECH gathers the best software/hardware experts from China and South East Asia. The core members have successful experience and knowledge of semiconductor smart production execution systems. SEMI-TECH currently has a workforce of over 800 employees, with technical personnel accounting for 80% of the total.
Our business scope encompasses various industries including semiconductors, photovoltaics, electronic assembly, rail transportation, new energy, home and personal care, medical, and chemical sectors. We currently have over 100 customers, establishing benchmarks in numerous manufacturing fields. In China, our market presence extends to 22 cities, while our international market spans across Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, the Philippines, and other countries.
SEMI-TECH's headquarter is in Shanghai. To date, we have established subsidiary companies in Suzhou, Shenzhen, Beijing, Chengdu, Hefei, Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia.
History
1999 - Founded in Singapore by a group of CIM researchers. Initial focus was in the Semiconductor industry, has ventured into electronics and discrete manufacturing
2005 - Establishment of SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd in Penang, Malaysia
2007 - SEMI Integration (M) Sdn Bhd is awarded the MSC status by the Malaysian government
2010 - Won Best of Industrial Applications Awards by the MSC MALAYSIA APICTA (Asia Pacific ICT Award) – SECSTalk Pro III
2011 - Establishment of SEMI Integration (Suzhou) Co Ltd in Suzhou, China
2012 - Won Best of Industrial Applications Awards by the MSC MALAYSIA APICTA (Asia Pacific ICT Award) – EI Works 3.0
2021 - Acquired and grouped under SEMI-TECH Group of Suzhou Saimeite Technology Co.,Ltd., Suzhou, China
2022 - Headquarter relocated to Shanghai, China
Our strength is in having resources that are cross-trained in various Equipment Automation Program and CIM system software tools that are necessary to develop and implement top-notch applications for shop floor automation. Our areas of expertise include implementation of Equipment Integration, Manufacturing Execution Systems for many different tool types and equipment vendors, and various applications servers within the CIM environment, e.g. EAP, SECS Driver, Automatic Equipment Collection, SPC, MES, RMS, MMS, OEE, APC, FDC, RTD, FullAuto, WMS, APS, RPA etc.
In today’s plant floor environment, the need to integrate different process data within multiple software control systems (i.e. the production control, QC, MRP and MES systems) has driven the evolution of engineering personnel who understand, not only the applications systems domain, but the business systems as well.
We also outsource professional services to Semiconductor Manufacturing plants.
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