
Software Engineer - Digital Health, Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC), Global DD&T(Data, Digital & Technology)
Tokyo, TokyoAt Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.
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Job Description
Software Engineer – Digital Health
Job Description:
Please note this job requires::business level:: Japanese language command not only in speaking, business writing and reading.:::::
The Future Begins Here:
At Takeda, we are leading the digital transformation globally in the biopharmaceutical industry, leveraging technology to transform the way we develop and deliver life-changing treatments for patients. We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!
As we strive to become one of the most trusted, science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies in the world, data, digital and technology (DD&T) are deeply embedded in all we do.
To accelerate our transformation, we continue our investment in data, digital and technology and further growing our digital capabilities in Japan. Our aim is to embed DD&T across our organization, to create a future-ready organization meeting the evolving needs of patients, our people, and the planet.
武田薬品は、バイオ医薬品業界のデジタルトランスフォーメーションをグローバルに牽引し、テクノロジーを駆使して患者さんの人生を変える治療法の開発・提供方法を変革しています。私たちは、このダイナミックなチームに参加してくれる、あなたのような才能ある人材を求めています!
データに基づき、成果にフォーカスした、最も信頼されるバイオ医薬品企業に変革するようにデータ、デジタル、テクノロジー(DD&T)は私たちのあらゆる活動に深く組み込まれています。
この変革を加速させるため、私たちはDD&Tへの投資を継続し、日本におけるデジタル能力をさらに高めています。私たちの目標は、DD&Tを組織全体に浸透させ、患者さん、社員、そして地球の進化するニーズに応える「未来志向の組織」を創造することです。
THE ORGANIZATION:
This role is in the Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC), as part of the global network of Innovation Capability Centers (ICCs). Our ICCs focus on delivering digital solutions across Takeda and building our internal digital capabilities to ensure we are future-ready.
TJIC collaborates with the global ICCs to supports our Japan based business units and functions with cutting-edge technologies such as AI and big data. As a TJIC member, you will work closely with Japan-based business units and functions while regularly collaborating with colleagues in global ICCs to exchange knowledge and drive innovation.
Being part of TJIC offers a unique opportunity to leverage the latest data, digital and technology practices to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions. You will be empowered to deepen your expertise, enhance your skills and contribute to a mission that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives worldwide.
このロールは、グローバルなイノベーション・ケイパビリティ・センター(ICC)ネットワークの一員である、タケダ・ジャパン・イノベーション・センター(TJIC)に属します。ICCは、武田薬品全体にデジタルソリューションを提供し、将来にわたって対応できる社内のデジタル能力を構築することに注力しています。
TJICは、グローバルICCと連携し、AIやビッグデータなどの最先端技術を活用して、日本を拠点とするビジネス部門や機能部門をサポートしています。TJICのメンバーとして、あなたは日本のビジネス部門や機能部門と密接に連携しながら、グローバルICCの同僚と定期的に協力し、知識を交換し、イノベーションを推進します。
TJICの一員となることは、最新のデータ、デジタル、テクノロジーの実践を活用して、複雑な課題を解決し、影響力のあるソリューションを提供するユニークな機会を提供します。あなたは専門知識を深め、スキルを向上させ、世界中の人々の生活に有意義な変化をもたらすミッションに貢献することができます。
THE OPPORTUNITY:
As a Software Engineer – Digital Health (React/Low-Code), you will design and build digital health mobile applications using React Native (or similar frameworks) and enterprise low-code platforms like Mendix. You’ll also contribute full-stack components (TypeScript/JavaScript, React/Node.js; Java/.NET as needed), integrate AI/LLM features, and ensure solutions meet security, privacy, performance, and accessibility standards. This is a hands-on role where you develop, test, deploy, and continuously improve mobile apps in close partnership with product, design, data, and security teams.
Software Engineer – Digital Health(React/ローコード)として、React Native(または同等のクロスプラットフォーム技術)やMendixなどのエンタープライズ向けローコード基盤を活用し、デジタルヘルスのモバイルアプリを設計・開発します。さらに、AI/LLMをモバイル体験に統合し、セキュリティ・プライバシー・パフォーマンス・アクセシビリティ基準を満たすソリューションを実現します。プロダクト、デザイン、データ、セキュリティと緊密に連携し、アプリの開発・テスト・デプロイ・継続的改善をハンズオンで推進します。
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build and maintain mobile apps using React Native and low-code platforms (e.g., Mendix).
Deliver modern front- and back-end features (TypeScript/JavaScript, React/Node.js; Java/.NET where needed); write unit/integration tests and ensure high performance for global users.
Utilize APIs, connectors, and middleware to integrate systems; apply common integration patterns and data formats (REST/SOAP, JSON/XML).
Implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and app distribution processes.
Ensure privacy, security, compliance, and accessibility are built-in from design to release.
Partner with design on usability/UI-UX, and collaborate via pull-request reviews; respond to feedback and code standards.
Work in an agile team: refine user stories, estimate work, demo increments with the Product Owner, and continuously deliver value.
Document best practices and contribute to continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.
業務内容:
React Native(またはFlutter/KMM)およびローコード基盤を用いたモバイルアプリの開発・保守
フロントエンド/バックエンド機能(TypeScript/JavaScript、React/Node.js、必要に応じてJava/.NET)の実装、単体・結合テストの実施、グローバルユーザー向けパフォーマンス最適化
API・コネクタ・ミドルウェアによるシステム連携(REST/SOAP、JSON/XMLなどのパターン/プロトコルの適用)
CI/CDパイプライン、自動テスト、アプリ配布プロセスの構築
設計段階からリリースまでのプライバシー・セキュリティ・コンプライアンス・アクセシビリティの担保
デザインと連携したユーザビリティ/UI・UX向上、プルリクエストレビューを通じたフィードバック対応
アジャイルチームでのユーザーストーリー精緻化、見積、デモ、継続的な価値提供
ベストプラクティスの文書化と継続的改善への貢献
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Essential :
3+ years of mobile app development with React Native or similar frameworks.
Experience with low-code platforms (Mendix preferred).
Familiarity with AI/LLM integration in applications.
Strong understanding of cloud services and API integration; solid debugging and performance optimization.
Business level English.
Preferred :
Business level Japanese.
Experience in healthcare or regulated environments.
Knowledge of accessibility and security best practices.
Exposure to AWS (including serverless/PaaS) and modern DevOps practices.
必須条件:
React Nativeまたは同等フレームワークを用いたモバイルアプリ開発経験3年以上
ローコード基盤(Mendix尚可)の経験
AI/LLMのアプリ統合に関する知識・経験
クラウドサービスやAPI連携の理解、堅牢なデバッグ/性能最適化スキル
ビジネスレベルの英語力
望ましい条件:
日本語能力:JLPT N2以上
医療・規制環境での開発経験
アクセシビリティ/セキュリティのベストプラクティス知識
AWS(サーバーレス/各種PaaS)やDevOpsプラクティスの経験
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:
Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.
Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year
Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)
Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.
Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework
Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.
Important Notice concerning working conditions:
It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.
It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.
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What makes a successful team member within Corporate at Takeda?
- Collaborative
- Strategic
- Insightful
- Results driven
- Goal-oriented
- Achiever
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Working at Takeda
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Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.
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People
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