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Hireroo's Engineer Recruitment Update Day Conference

In response to the evolving landscape of the tech industry, Hireroo, based in Shibuya, Tokyo, is set to host the "Engineer Recruitment Update Day" conference on August 26, 2025. The event will focus on leveraging the changes brought about by the AI era and will delve into the future of engineering recruitment through insightful discussions and real-life case studies from pioneering companies.

About the Event

The "Engineer Recruitment Update Day" aims to examine how the current trends of AI and technology are reshaping engineering recruitment. Through a series of sessions featuring prominent speakers, attendees will gain valuable insights into advanced recruitment strategies and networking opportunities.

Key industry players such as SHIFT, TIMY, and Honda will participate alongside experts from Persol Innovation and Findy. These presenters will discuss innovative approaches and share their experiences in attracting top engineering talent. The event also provides a unique networking opportunity for hiring managers, engineers, and business leaders to connect and exchange ideas.

Program Highlights

Key Themes of the Sessions:

1. Honda's Adventure in Software Engineer Recruitment Branding - Dive into the realities of recruitment strategies employed by Honda, exploring insights that cannot be found elsewhere.
2. SHIFT's Challenge Beyond Sler Norms - Learn about SHIFT’s initiatives in AI product development and their organizational structure to foster talent.

Featured Speakers

• - Takanori Matsubara (Honda Motor Co.) - With a diverse experience in HR, Matsubara currently serves as an HR Business Partner focusing on recruitment strategies in the software domain.
• - Tatsuya Muto (Persol Innovation) - Muto brings extensive experience in digital talent acquisition and leads the TECH PLAY Branding division.
• - Motoi Ishii (TIMY) - An accomplished software engineer, Ishii's career took off at a retail-oriented SaaS company, where he honed his management skills.
• - Masaki Okura (SHIFT) - Okura specializes in AI strategy and has a background in consulting, currently leading new business development initiatives at SHIFT.
• - Toshiyuki Kitahara (SHIFT) - Kitahara joined SHIFT after a successful tenure in software engineering at Yahoo and PayPay, now managing product teams.
• - Mitsuhiro Suemoto (Findy) - With experience in recruitment consultancy and sales, Suemoto leads marketing and sales for Findy’s careers division.

Event Details

Conference Name: Engineer Recruitment Update Day
Date: August 26, 2025
Venue: Logras Co., 3-11-24 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Hosted by: Hireroo
Admission: Free
Event URL: Hireroo Conference

Networking Opportunity

After the conference concludes, participants are encouraged to join a networking session aimed at fostering connections between companies engaged in engineering recruitment. This is a fantastic opportunity to discover potential collaborations and share best practices with peers in the industry.

Skill Interview Initiatives

Hireroo’s commitment to enhancing engineering recruitment is also reflected in its innovative platform, which facilitates skill assessments in line with the standards of big tech companies. With over 200 firms utilizing the service, including well-known companies like M3, freee, and SmartHR, Hireroo is on a mission to minimize mismatches in engineer recruitment and increase the standardization of interview processes.

About Hireroo

Founded in December 2020, Hireroo aims to elevate the recruitment and technical capabilities of engineering organizations. The platform provides solutions that focus on the accurate assessment of candidates' skills and optimal matching with potential employers. Hireroo’s ultimate goal is to contribute to the revitalization of Japan's manufacturing prowess, encapsulated in its mission to be number one in manufacturing once again.

Headquarters: 1-10-8 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo
CEO: Kosuke Katsura
Website: Hireroo