Careers at JINZ.AI

    Join us in building the talent infrastructure for the future of work in Japan. We're a team of operators, engineers, and consultants reimagining how companies and people connect.

    3 reasons to join JINZ.AI. We're early enough that your work shapes the company, mature enough that you'll work with serious clients and real revenue, and ambitious enough to build something that defines the next decade of work in Japan.

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    Ownership From Day One

    Small team, real responsibility. You'll own outcomes, and talk directly to clients and candidates from your first week.

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    Build With AI, Not Around It

    We use frontier AI across product, recruitment, and operations. You'll leverage them deeply rather than watch from the sidelines.

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    Bilingual, Global Team

    Work in English and Japanese alongside teammates from across Japan, Asia, and Europe. Bring your full self.

    We're hiring across engineering, recruitment consulting, and M&A advisory. If you don't see a perfect role, we still want to hear from you.

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    What we value.

    Our Values in Practice

    These are the principles we aim to uphold in our daily decisions—not just in big statements. They show up in how we work and in how we support each other when things don’t go as planned.

    People first, always.

    Wellbeing, family, and health come before any deadline. Burnt-out humans don't build great products.

    Default to honesty.

    We say what we think — kindly, directly, early. Disagreement is a sign of trust, not conflict.

    Iterate, don't perform.

    An honest 70% draft today beats a polished 100% one in three weeks. Progress beats performance.

    Bridge cultures, on purpose.

    We translate not just languages, but contexts — making space for different styles, time zones, and ways of thinking.

    Belonging

    Bring your whole self.

    We don't want a team that performs sameness. Different backgrounds, languages, and life paths make our work — and our decisions — sharper.

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      Hired for who you're becoming, not just where you've been.

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      Difference is an asset — not something to manage around.

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      Mental health is health. Rest without justifying it.

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      Family, caregiving, and life outside work are respected by default.

    By the Numbers

    The people of JINZ.AI

    We're an experienced team of recruiters, engineers, and business professionals, most with 10+ years of experience, working in a balanced and collaborative environment where every voice has real impact.

    Roles
    • Recruiters50%
    • Engineers25%
    • Back Office8%
    • Biz Dev8%
    • Others9%
    Experience
    5–10 yrs25%
    10–15 yrs42%
    15–20 yrs25%
    20+ yrs8%

    Most teammates bring 10+ years of experience.

    Gender Balance
    • Female58%
    • Male42%

    Benefits & Perks

    Support for the way you work

    From health and life events to flexible work and growth opportunities, we’ve designed an environment where each team member can perform at their best and build a sustainable, long-term career on their own terms.

    A safe place to work

    Welfare & health

    Full social insurance

    Workers' comp, employment, health, long-term care, and pension — all covered.

    Health check & vaccination support

    Annual health check-ups plus partial subsidies for flu shots and similar vaccinations.

    Flexible & autonomous work

    How you work

    Two days off per week

    Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays off — work hard, rest well.

    Flextime (no core hours)

    Design your own schedule around the life you want to live.

    Remote work

    Fully remote, in-office, or hybrid — work from wherever you do your best.

    Work-from-hometown policy

    Work from your hometown when visiting family, as long as performance holds steady.

    MyChoice (work-style options)

    Adjust days and hours as your life stage changes.

    Side projects allowed

    We welcome growth-driving challenges outside of your main role.

    Generous time off

    Leave & holidays

    Paid annual leave

    10 days granted after 6 months, increasing with tenure. Half-day leave supported.

    Summer holiday

    Take 3 days off any time during August.

    Year-end & New Year holiday

    Days granted per company policy.

    Congratulatory & condolence leave

    Time off for the life events that matter most.

    Maternity, paternity & parental leave

    Available regardless of gender. Parental leave up to age 1, extendable to age 2 under certain conditions.

    Support for getting work done

    Work setup

    Remote work allowance

    An allowance to cover internet and your home office setup.

    Company laptop & peripherals

    We provide the PC and accessories you need to perform from day one.

    A culture for growth & performance

    Growth & culture

    1-on-1 meetings

    Open conversations about career and work across roles and departments.

    Free address seating

    Pick your seat each day based on your work and your mood.

    No dress code

    Dress however helps you perform and serve clients best.

    Hiring Process

    What to Expect When You Apply

    Fast, transparent, and respectful of your time. Most candidates complete the process in 3-4 weeks.

    STEP 1

    Application & Intro Call

    Send us your CV or LinkedIn. If there's a fit, we'll schedule a 30-minute introduction call to learn about you and answer your questions.

    STEP 2

    Skills Conversation

    A 60-minute deep-dive with the hiring manager focused on your past work, problem-solving approach, and a real scenario from the role.

    STEP 3

    Practical Exercise

    A short, paid take-home or live exercise reflecting real work — never a contrived puzzle. Designed to take 2-4 hours.

    STEP 4

    Team Interviews & Offer

    Meet 2-3 future teammates and a founder, then we make a decision within a week. References, offer, and start date follow quickly after.

    Apply to JINZ.AI

    Send us your details and a short note. We read every application and reply within 5 business days.

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