Why we are hiring
With our IT team based in Ukraine and our core operations in Japan expanding year after year, we are looking to hire an on-site .NET Developer to join our team and support our IT-related projects during core business hours.
At ZenGroup, a significant portion of our software is proprietary and custom-built, spanning critical systems like our time card system, logistics platforms, and service homepages. We are seeking a new web developer to join our existing IT team who will be responsible for refactoring existing code, adding new features to both our external service pages and internal systems, and coordinating on-the-ground requests and operations with our Ukraine-based team.
If you’re eager to take part in a new business initiative with the potential for significant growth, we want to hear from you. Apply now and contribute to the future of ZenGroup!
Main Duties
- Development and maintenance of ZenGroup’s cross-border e-commerce sites
- Integration of payment systems (credit cards, PayPal, digital wallets) via API
- Coordination with third-party logistics applications via API connection
- Acquisition and processing of database data to create visual reports (graphs, tables)
- Inventory integration with other platforms via API connection
Who We Are Looking For
Must-Have Skills
- 3+ years of practical software development experience
- Proficiency in C# and .NET web development
- Strong front-end/back-end development experience with JavaScript
- Experience using MSSQL or similar databases
- Experience using Entity Framework
- Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and common design patterns
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure
- Contributions to open-source projects or personal side projects
- Strong interest in software architecture or leading technical discussions
Personality
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Candidates who write clean, efficient code in C#, with a strong focus on quality and accuracy
- Adaptable & Curious: Candidates who are open to adopting new tools and technologies, including migrating to updated frameworks. They actively research emerging technologies and make thoughtful suggestions to help the team improve development processes
- Collaborative Communicator: Candidates who are comfortable communicating in a collaborative, multilingual environment. Within a team, they can report project status, listen actively, and contribute constructively to discussions
| Position | .NET Developer (C#) |
| Department | IT Team: 3 members |
| Contract Type | Permanent employee (full time) |
| Positions Available | 1 |
| Reason for hire | Staff expansion |
| Working Hours | Standard working hours: 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM (8 working hours / 1 hour break) Flextime available: Start work anytime between 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, with up to 2 hours of break time per day. *Standard working hours apply during the initial training period (approx. 2 months). |
| Work Location | Osaka Sakaisuji L Tower, 1 Chome-7-7 Kawaramachi, Chuo, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan *On-site |
| Access | Osaka Metro Chuo Line Sakaisuji Honmachi Station 6 mins |
| Salary | Based on previous experience and ability ・Bonus: twice a year (June and December) ・Salary evaluation: once a year ・3-month probationary period (Salary same as above) ・If the required period of employment is not met, the employee will not be eligible for their initial bonus. |
| Other Allowances | ・Overtime (paid by minute) ・Transportation allowance (up to ¥30,000/month) |
| Days Off & Vacation Leave | ・5-day workweek (Saturday & Sunday off) ・New Year holiday (4 days) ・Paid leave (26 days in year 1) ・Congratulatory and condolence leave ・Maternity/paternity leave ・Child care leave ・Personal day leave *Work is required on national holidays, excluding the New Year holiday. |
| Benefits | ・Complete social insurance (workers’ compensation, employment, health, welfare pension) ・Business casual dress code ・Training system (job-specific, level-specific training) ・Japanese/English lessons ・In-house club activities (karaoke, day camp, etc.) ・Monthly company events ・Free tea and coffee |
| Regarding Paid Vacation | 26 days of paid leave are provided from the first year, with the number increasing annually. In 2024, the paid leave usage rate exceeded 80%. |
Selection Process
First interview – Hiring Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)
*Logic test (test excluded for online Interviews)
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Second interview – IT team (45-60 mins, in-person required)
*Online
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Third Interview – HR Planning Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)
*Company culture test
