Software Engineer, In-Cabin Perception

Summary

Develop and evaluate in-cabin perception software (driver monitoring systems) using C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink for mass-produced automotive safety systems at Woven by Toyota, collaborating with Toyota and suppliers in Japanese.

About Woven by Toyota

Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society.

Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.

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TEAM

Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) - detecting driver inattentiveness such as visual distraction and eye closure using in-cabin cameras - are becoming a standard, safety-critical feature in new vehicles. As a supplier delivering DMS to Toyota, our work spans the full mass-production lifecycle: from requirements analysis and product implementation through to functional safety, quality assurance, and delivery to the customer. Our challenges include robustly monitoring drivers, passengers, and the driving environment, and handling anything that could obstruct the camera from recognizing facial features, such as eyewear or facial hair.
For the next-generation In-Cabin Monitoring System (IMS), we aim to enhance capabilities, improve robustness, and expand use cases so that drivers maintain the appropriate level of focus depending on the situation and the level of automation in the vehicle - while meeting the stringent safety and quality standards required for automotive mass production.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for an engineer with a growth mindset and a passion for making safe, driverless vehicles a reality and who is excited to grow with us in mass-production automotive development. Our daily work includes analyzing customer and system requirements, implementing and evaluating software, and driving improvements through data analysis - all while considering safety and quality from the earliest phase. You have hands-on experience developing software for a product from the requirements phase through product release, and you are eager to deepen your expertise in automotive safety and quality domains such as functional safety, SOTIF, DRBFM, and quality assurance. You will come to the office 3 days per week per our hybrid work policy, and report to the manager for In-Cabin Perception Development

RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze customer and system requirements for mass-produced Driver Monitoring Systems, and translate them into software implementation
Implement, evaluate, and improve in-cabin perception software (e.g. with MATLAB/Simulink, C++, Python)
Contribute to safety and quality activities such as DRBFM, functional safety, and SOTIF throughout the development process
Develop tools to automate and improve the development workflow
Help manage project schedule, deliverables, and customer satisfaction
]Collaborate with other developers and contractors on software implementation
Communicate and align on deliverables with Toyota and other suppliers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering field
Experience in mass-production product development, including requirements analysis and product implementation
At least 2-3 years of software development experience in C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or other major programming languages
Interest in, and foundational knowledge of, at least one automotive safety or quality domain - such as DRBFM, functional safety (ISO 26262), SOTIF (ISO 21448), or quality auditing
Ability to collaborate in Japanese with Toyota and other group companies in a Japanese-culture business environment (equivalent to JLPT N1 or higher), and conversational English

NICE TO HAVES

Experience in communication software development (e.g. automotive communication such as CAN/Ethernet/SPI, or embedded communication protocols)
Hands-on experience conducting DRBFM (Design Review Based on Failure Mode)
Practical experience in functional safety (ISO 26262) development
Practical experience applying SOTIF (ISO 21448)
Experience in quality auditing or quality assurance for mass-produced products
Experience developing or evaluating image recognition / human sensing systems
Familiarity with data science and analytics
Experience with Agile/Scrum, CI/CD toolchains, or software development on AWS
Work experience outside of Japan / business-level English

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Important Points

・All interviews will be arranged via Google Meet, unless otherwise stated.

・The same job descriptions are available in both English and Japanese; therefore, we kindly ask that you apply to only one version.

・We kindly request that you submit your resume in English, if possible. However, Japanese resumes are also acceptable. Please note that, depending on the English proficiency requirements of the role, we may request an English version of your resume later in the process.

WHAT WE OFFER

・Competitive Salary - Based on experience

・Work Hours - Flexible working time

・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)

・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)

・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company

・Japanese Social Insurance - Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance

・Housing Allowance

・Retirement Benefits

・Rental Cars Support

・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)

Our Commitment

・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.

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