Artificial Intelligence (AI) (New grad positions)

About the position

Data Science

Positions related to Data Science are responsible for constructing and improving large scale AI and machine learning systems, analyzing data and making proposals. This work utilizes a vast amount of data from a wide variety of LY Corporation’s services

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The AI team is responsible for research and development in the technical areas of natural language processing, speech processing, and image/video processing. This team engineers solutions to user issues across a wide variety of LY Corporation’s services through writing papers, presentations and discussions at international conferences, and research and development of high-quality, general-purpose fundamental technologies.

Requirements

We welcome those who can join us in 2026 (joining months are April and October). There are no minimum education requirements, but only those without full-time working experience can apply for this role.

Japanese Language Policy

While it is beneficial to have a conversational level of Japanese, it is not a strict requirement. We offer a support program that includes Japanese lessons to help you improve your language skills.

Ideal Candidate

• Positive Attitude and Flexibility Someone who approaches challenges with a positive mindset, embraces change with flexibility, and translates this into action. A person who views pressure as a driving force and acts proactively to achieve results.
• Desire for Self-Growth and Problem-Solving Skills An individual who continuously seeks to acquire knowledge and skills, learns from experience, and gains insights through reflection. Someone who understands the essence of problems, can set appropriate challenges, devise solutions, and execute them.
• User Perspective and Team Orientation A candidate who consistently considers the value of projects, delivery timelines, and quality from the user’s perspective. A person who is aware of not only individual achievements but also the success of the entire organization when advancing projects.
• Collaboration and Communication Skills Someone who actively cooperates and communicates with members both inside and outside the team. An individual who understands various perspectives and can engage others to drive projects forward.

Selection Process

Application ↓ Cording Test ↓ Several rounds of interviews ↓ Job offer and Meeting*The selection process may change

Application Period

We will have multiple selection rounds from October 2024 to March 2025. If you wish to apply for the selection process for non-Japanese speakers, Please apply during odd-numbered rounds. The selection for even-numbered rounds will be conducted in Japanese.

Selection Schedule

Round 1 From October 1, 2024 to 10 am on October 28, 2024

Round 2 From October 28, 2024 to 10 am on November 25, 2024

• For Japanese speakers

Round 3 From November 25, 2024 to 10 am on December 23, 2024

Here are some helpful tips for preparing for the selection process:

Preparing for the Coding Test

• Read the Specifications Carefully
• Understand the requirements and constraints thoroughly.
• Read the problem statement carefully to clarify what is being asked.
• Code Readability
• Use clear and descriptive names for variables and functions.
• Use comments appropriately to clarify the intent of your code.
• Passing Test Cases
• Aim to pass all provided test cases.
• Consider additional test cases to cover various scenarios.

Questions to Consider for the Interview

• Approach to Work
• How do you efficiently manage work both individually and as part of a team?
• Handling Challenges
• Describe a challenge you faced in the past and how you overcame it.
• Utilizing Skills
• Provide specific examples and reasons for how your skills and experience are relevant to this role.

By focusing on these points, you can prepare more effectively for the selection process.

Let’s embark on a journey of exciting and innovative work in Japan together. Join us and be part of something amazing!