Java Developer - Enterprise Apps (Japanese-Speaking)

Nexus Recruitment Group; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Recruitment Group seeks a Japanese-speaking Java Developer to design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade applications in a global IT services environment. Translate requirements from Japanese to technical specs and implement robust backend systems using Java technologies.

The ideal candidate will have solid Java development experience and communicate effectively in Japanese and English, especially in client-facing or cross-border collaboration contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Java development; strong foundation in OOP, backend systems, and RESTful API integration.
• Proficient in Java (8 or higher), Spring Framework, Hibernate/JPA, and Maven/Gradle.
• Business-level proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N4 or higher preferred) and working proficiency in English.
• Experience working in cross-cultural, offshore/onshore development environments is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Git-based version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java, Spring, and related frameworks based on client requirements.
• Interpret functional specifications and documentation written in Japanese, and collaborate with bilingual teams for accurate implementation.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and deployment of software components.
• Work closely with project managers, QA, and client-side technical teams to ensure deliverables meet expectations.
• Maintain system documentation and contribute to technical knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Provide technical support or enhancements to existing applications as needed.
• Contribute to project planning and progress tracking using Agile or iterative development methodologies.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Hibernate/JPA

RESTful API

Maven/Gradle

Git

CI/CD

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

Nexus Recruitment Group seeks a Japanese-speaking Java Developer to design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade applications in a global IT services environment. Translate requirements from Japanese to technical specs and implement robust backend systems using Java technologies.

The ideal candidate will have solid Java development experience and communicate effectively in Japanese and English, especially in client-facing or cross-border collaboration contexts.