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KDDI Research, Inc.

Researcher Position in Optical Communication Networks, Data Center Networks, and Network Operations Automation KDDI Research, Inc. in Japan

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Full-time researcher position with annual income estimated at 6 million to 13 million yen, including allowances except commuting allowance and overtime pay for 40 hours per month. Salary is determined by company regulations and experience. Benefits include bonus, salary increase system, commuting allowance, and standard social insurance coverage.

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Mar 31, 2027

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Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Information Technology
Materials Science
Optical Communication
Photonic
Data Networking
Physics

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About this position

KDDI Research, Inc. is recruiting a researcher for work in optical communication networks, data center networks, optical devices, photonics, and network operations automation. This is a permanent employee position with no fixed term (with the possibility of a fixed-term contract depending on selection results).

The role is based at KDDI Research in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, and involves research and development for next-generation communication infrastructure supporting high-capacity, low-latency, and highly reliable networks. Duties include literature review, hypothesis formulation, technical studies, verification and demonstration, patent filing, paper writing, conference presentations, and collaboration with universities, companies, and government agencies.

Applicants should have a doctoral or master's degree and experience in R&D related to optical communication, optical networks, optical devices, or network operation automation. Preferred experience includes publications, patents, international conference presentations, data center network development, automation work, English technical reading/writing, and collaborative research experience. Postdocs and candidates with strong research achievements are also welcome.

Compensation is estimated at 6 million to 13 million yen annually, with commuting allowance, bonus, salary increase system, and social insurance. The application window runs from 2026-09-20 to 2027-03-31, and applications are accepted by email. Interviews may be conducted online for overseas or distant applicants.

Funding details

Full-time researcher position with annual income estimated at 6 million to 13 million yen, including allowances except commuting allowance and overtime pay for 40 hours per month. Salary is determined by company regulations and experience. Benefits include bonus, salary increase system, commuting allowance, and standard social insurance coverage.

What's required

Doctoral or master's degree required. Required experience in research and development related to optical communication, optical networks, optical devices, or network operation automation, plus interest and willingness to learn next-generation optical infrastructure, optical communication networks, photonics technology, and network operation automation. Preferred: publication, patent, or international conference presentation experience in optical fiber transmission, optical devices, or networks; experience in data center networks or network operation automation; ability to read technical documents and academic papers in English and produce technical documents; experience in collaborative or commissioned research with universities, companies, or government agencies. Candidates with R&D experience in optical communication/transmission/photonics, network equipment, or integration work are welcome, including postdocs and applicants with research achievements but no corporate experience.

How to apply

Prepare an electronic resume with photo, education, awards, qualifications, and contact details; a list of publications; and materials showing major R&D achievements. Apply by email to [email protected]. Interviews may include a presentation of your research findings.

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