Japan - Kumamoto: Bilingual Onsite Bridge Software Engineer (C/C++ on Linux)

Location: Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan Position Type: Full-Time Contract (Direct Placement / Project Deployment) Work Arrangement: Onsite Openings: 1 Position Available Experience Required: 5 to 7 Years Payment Terms: 105 Days Net --- About the Project & Opportunity Our UK-based international recruitment agency is managing a specialized talent deployment project for a high-tech engineering enterprise in Kumamoto, Japan (a major global hub for semiconductor and technology manufacturing). We are actively seeking one (1) experienced Bilingual Bridge Software Engineer specializing in C/C++ development on Linux platforms. A "Bridge Engineer" plays a vital cross-border role, acting as the technical and linguistic link between overseas engineering teams and local Japanese stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery. What You Will Do - Act as the primary technical bridge, translating complex technical requirements, system architectures, and feedback between international development teams and Japanese engineers/clients. - Develop, optimize, and maintain high-performance system-level applications using C/C++ within a Linux environment. - Perform hands-on debugging, troubleshooting, and code refactoring on embedded systems or hardware-adjacent software layers onsite. - Facilitate technical meetings, manage code review alignment, and create/translate technical documentation (specifications, manuals, and reports) in both English and Japanese. - Coordinate deployment timelines, mitigate cross-cultural communication gaps, and ensure software deliverables match the exact specifications required by the local facility. What We Are Looking For (Compliance & Requirements) - Technical Experience: 5 to 7 years of solid software engineering experience with a strong focus on system-level C/C++ development on Linux platforms. - Language Proficiency: Professional bilingual fluency in both Japanese (JLPT N2/N1 equivalent for business and technical negotiation) and English. - Platform Expertise: Strong command of Linux environment utilities, shell scripting, debugging tools (like GDB), and version control systems (Git). - Domain Knowledge: Prior experience in embedded systems, semiconductor manufacturing software, or hardware-software integration is highly desirable for this region. - Soft Skills: Exceptional cross-cultural communication skills, adaptability to Japanese business etiquette, and proactive project management capabilities. Next Steps for Applicants As the managing recruitment partner, our international mobilization team will guide qualified candidates through technical coding evaluations, bilingual communication screenings, and Japan visa/onboarding compliance pathways.