All selection processes will be conducted in Japanese.
Infrastructure Engineers build and operate the infrastructure that supports LY Corporation’s services. This is an environment which provides the opportunity to grow as an engineer by working on one of the largest infrastructure systems in Japan.
This team is responsible for automating the design, construction, and operation of the infrastructure for hundreds of thousands of physical servers used across our services. Their work includes OS provisioning in large-scale infrastructures, technical verification for selecting hardware such as servers and storage devices, and optimizing related costs. They also develop systems for server management, operation, and monitoring.
Network Engineers are responsible for planning, designing, building, and operating the large-scale networks that support tens of thousands of servers used across our services. Their scope covers network equipment such as routers, switches, and load balancers, as well as connections like the Internet and dedicated lines. The types of networks include server farms in data centers, domestic and international DCI networks, high-security service-specific networks, and transit lines/IX/PNI. They also work on testing new products and technologies, as well as developing automation and tools to improve operational efficiency and accuracy.
Cloud Platform Engineers are responsible for the development of infrastructure provisioning and operational automation using software technologies and methodologies for cloud platforms that seamlessly connect infrastructure and applications. Specifically, they develop and operate private cloud platforms that leverage OSS, such as OpenStack and Kubernetes, as well as network control and data planes.
| Requirements |
We welcome those who can join us in 2027 (joining months are April and October). For visa purposes, applicants are required to have a degree in a relevant field. Since this is a new graduate position, only those without full-time working experience can apply for this role. |
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| Work Location |
We have introduced the “LY Corporation Working Style,” which combines office work and remote work.
Initial Assigned Location For more details, please refer to our Work Environment page. |
| Work Hours |
Flextime system (no core hours) |
| Holidays and Leave |
Two days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays*1), national holidays, New Year's holiday (December 29 to January 4) |
| Salary |
The following is an example of the salary offered upon hiring |
| Salary Revision |
Twice a year |
| Allowances |
LY Corporation Working Style Allowance: 11,000 JPY/month |
| Benefits |
Optional Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Plan, Comprehensive Welfare Group Term Insurance, Group Long-term Disability, Employee Savings Program, Cumulative Stock Investment Program, subsidy for re-examination after regular basic/comprehensive health checkup, LY Corporation Working Style Allowance, in-house massage room, club activities, subsidy for employee social events, and more |
| Talent Development/Support Systems |
Training for Employees, Language Courses, Management Training, LY Corporation Job Challenge, Sabbatical Leave, Doctoral Studies Support Program, and more |
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Selection Process
All selection processes will be conducted in Japanese. |
| Re-Challenge System |
The Re-Challenge System lets applicants who do not pass the coding test to retake it during a following round. We offer unlimited retakes until the end of the final round with the aim to lower the psychological barrier of the exam. Whether you've only recently started job hunting or are already determined to work at LY Corporation, we welcome anyone interested to take our coding tests.
*The Re-Challenge System also allows applicants to apply for different positions each round. (e.g., an applicant who takes the coding test for an Infra Engineering expert during Round 1 can take the coding test for a Software Engineering Specialist in Round 2) |
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| Application Period | ||
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Round 1 Until Monday, October 27, 2025, 10:00 AM |
Round 2 Monday, October 27, 2025 – Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 10:00 AM |
Round 3 Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 10:00 AM |
*Please note that the selection process may close earlier than scheduled without prior notice if the number of hires reaches the expected capacity.
All selection processes will be conducted in Japanese.