Mathematical Optimization Engineer at AGC
Company: AGC Inc.
Digital & Innovation Promotion Division
The Digital & Innovation Promotion Division further strengthens AGC Group’s Operational Excellence initiatives and accelerate innovation through Digital Transformation (DX)
Vacancies: 1 (Open to all nationalities – Fresh graduates are welcome to apply)
Location: Yokohama Technical Center (Yokohama, Japan)
Work Schedule: 5 working days per week; Flexible working hours (7 hours 45 minutes)
Benefits: Bonus, annual leave, asset accumulation savings (housing and pension), education loans, stock ownership, health insurance, employee’s pension insurance, corporate pension fund, cafeteria plan, company dormitory, refreshment allowance, study allowance and others.
Recruitment Timeline:
- September 2024 onwards
- March 2024 – 1st interview schedule
- March to April 2024 – 2nd & Final interview schedule
After you accept our offer, we will begin your VISA application and Japanese language training in your home country.
Job Description:
You will be involved in various products and manufacturing processes, and you will work on problem solving at AGC group in the ASEAN region. Initially, you will work in Japan and acquire skills in mathematical optimization. In the future, we envision you working at our group companies in Thailand or other ASEAN countries.
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Use mathematical optimization and operations research to define and resolve various business challenges such as optimization problems.
- Develop algorithms in-house and deploy them as internal products.
- Engage in research, development, education, and popularization activities for mathematical optimization technology.
- Utilize optimization techniques for various purposes such as automating production planning, streamlining logistics, and improving product processing yield rate.
Why You Should Join Us:
You will get to…
- Join our corporate digital expert team for the chance to propose innovative solutions, enhancing decision-making across the AGC Group and building a unique career path. Our workplace, known for its open culture, is a thriving environment for new graduates.
- Address essential on-the-ground issues, witness the impact of your products on businesses.
- Collaborate with specialized teams in data analysis and engineering to incorporate the latest AI technologies, and to explore new methods like quantum computing. Researchers may pursue further studies as a working professional doctorate.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Education Background: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Information Engineering, Computational Science, Data Science or related fields
Language Ability: English: Business level, Japanese: JLPT N2, Thai: Native level
Required Qualifications:
- Programming experience in either Python, Rust, or C++
- University-level mathematical knowledge and the enthusiasm to utilize new technologies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and skills in either statistics, machine learning, or data analysis.
- Competitive programming contest results (equivalent to AtCoder blue rank or higher).
- Experience in high-speed programming in either Rust, C++, or C.
Others
- Strong academic record
- Possesses clear, logical thinking
- Commands excellent communication skills
- Appreciates diversity and is open-minded to different perspectives and individuals
- Extensive internship/attachment experience in related roles