Preferred Networks

Artificial Intelligence · AI Semiconductors · Enterprise Software · Chiyoda, Tokyo

Preferred Networks is a Tokyo-based technology company that develops an integrated AI stack, from MN-Core processors and the PFCP computing platform to PLaMo foundation models and industry applications. It serves enterprises and researchers across manufacturing, materials, life sciences, retail, finance, public services, education and entertainment.

PFN commercializes its technology through paid cloud and API services, on-premises deployments, software and robotics products, commissioned solutions, licensing and joint ventures. Applications include visual inspection, plant automation, materials simulation, drug-discovery computing and retail optimization. In July 2026, PFN joined Noetra’s national project to develop a multimodal foundation model for physical AI.

Remote or hybrid
39%
Most requested
Common areas
  • Consulting & strategy 3
  • HR & recruiting 3
  • Business development 2
  • Sales 2

Measured from the 18 listings Ranked has live for Preferred Networks. Japanese level, visa signal and skills are AI-graded from each posting and can be wrong — confirm against the employer's original posting before applying.

18

2

Full-time

Japanese (N2)

Visa maybe

ML

Research

GenAI

The role involves researching and developing new methods to apply large language models in the field of cybersecurity, including threat detection and analysis.

Part-time

EN reading

Japanese?

Research

Python

ML

Conduct atomic simulations using Matlantis based on published papers. Results will be used for research and promotion.

Full-time

EN required

Japanese (N2)

Visa maybe

Security

Compliance

Responsible for promoting various measures to strengthen information security for PFN and its affiliates.

Full-time

JP required

EN preferred

Visa maybe

Biz Dev

Management

This role involves identifying and addressing various management challenges within the Preferred Networks group, from planning to execution and verification.

Full-time

Japanese?

Visa maybe

HR

Management

Medium co

Responsible for enhancing the human resource development function within the management planning department, focusing on various training and development initiatives.

Full-time

JP writing

EN preferred

Visa maybe

Marketing

Content Mkt

This role involves leading public relations strategies and executing communication plans to enhance corporate value, targeting various stakeholders.

Full-time

Japanese?

Visa maybe

Remote

Fin Analyst

Medium co

Join the audit department to build and operate the audit system, focusing on internal audits and J-SOX evaluations.

Full-time

EN required

Japanese?

Visa maybe

Remote

Legal

The Patent Prosecution Specialist supports patent prosecution and intellectual-property rights work for Preferred Networks at the company’s Otemachi office in Chiyoda, Tokyo.

Full-time

EN preferred

Japanese?

Visa maybe

HR

Strategy

This role involves defining and implementing the corporate culture of Preferred Networks, ensuring alignment with the company's mission and values.

Full-time

EN required

Japanese?

Visa maybe

Remote

Legal

Responsible for legal matters supporting various business divisions, including contract creation, legal risk assessment, and compliance training.

Full-time

Japanese?

Visa maybe

HR

Management

Medium co

This role involves enhancing HR planning functions, including personnel planning and improving HR systems to align with management strategies.

Full-time

JP required

EN preferred

Visa maybe

Remote

Content Mkt

Develops content and channel strategies, produces and publishes articles, videos, interviews and events, and manages performance across external and internal media.

Full-time

EN preferred

JP Native

Visa maybe

GenAI

Backend

The Forward Deployed Engineer integrates AI solutions into client operations, collaborating closely with business development teams.

Full-time

Japanese?

Visa maybe

Remote

GenAI

AI

The Corporate AI Enablement Engineer role promotes internal AI utilization at Preferred Networks. No further responsibilities, qualifications, technologies, or working conditions are provided.

Full-time

JP required

EN preferred

Visa maybe

Remote

Biz Dev

Leads PLaMo business development, connecting LLM development with market needs. The role covers strategy, product planning, customer development, and enterprise sales and delivery.