After starting his career in the U.S. defense industry, Justin followed his passion for robotics and moved to Japan, combining his technical expertise with a curiosity for living abroad. This is Justin's story in Japan so far. Learn more about Mujin and view their open positions: https://japan-dev.com/companies/mujin Looking for a tech job in Japan? Check out https://japan-dev.com Timestamps: 00:00 Journey to Japan: A Personal Introduction 03:01 Cultural Immersion: The Study Abroad Experience 05:58 Returning to Japan: Career Motivations 08:50 Navigating the Job Market: Challenges and Opportunities 11:46 Language Proficiency: The Importance of Japanese 15:11 Life in Tokyo: Settling In and Social Connections 18:08 Mujin: A Robotics Company Overview 21:02 The Role of a Software Engineer at Mujin 23:54 Technical Challenges: Working with Robotics 27:04 Future of Robotics in Japan: Opportunities and Growth 41:58 The Robotics Landscape in Japan 43:56 Navigating Work Culture in Japan 46:18 Mujin's International Environment 48:46 Technical Focus at Mujin 52:23 Challenges and Innovations in Robotics 56:51 Global Expansion and Market Adaptation 01:00:42 Balancing Opportunities and Concerns 01:05:58 The Future of Robotics in Japan 01:10:21 Driving Japan's Tech Industry Forward 01:15:29 Advice for Aspiring Developers in Japan — Links:
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