Keywords Studios Jobs in Japan for English Speakers
Browse 1 English-only Keywords Studios jobs in Japan. No Japanese required.
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Keywords Studios plc is an Irish video game industry services company based in Leopardstown. Founded in 1998 by Giorgio Guastalla and Teresa Luppino, the company initially provided localisation services for business software before transitioning to the video game industry. Andrew Day replaced Guastalla as the chief executive officer in 2009, and the company completed its initial public offering on the London Stock Exchange in 2013. Since then, Keywords Studios has acquired several other companies, including Certain Affinity, Blindlight, Climax Studios, Forgotten Empires, GameSim, Heavy Iron Studios, High Voltage Software, Tantalus Media, and Wicked Workshop. In October 2024, Keywords Studios was acquired by a group of investors led by EQT AB.
1 listing found in Japan
Game Programmer – Japan & Global Game Development
Keywords Studios · Tokyo
Deadline: 9 Nov 2026
Deadline: 9 Nov 2026
Posted 55 days ago
English-Only Roles — No Japanese Required
Every Keywords Studios role on this page has been verified to require English only. No Japanese is required for any currently listed position. All listings are updated daily.
Frequently asked questions
Does Keywords Studios hire English-speaking professionals in Japan?
Yes. Keywords Studios employs English-speaking professionals in Japan, primarily in Engineering, and conducts business in English across these teams. Every Keywords Studios role listed on ExpatJobBoard has been verified to require English only, with no Japanese needed.
Does Keywords Studios sponsor work visas in Japan?
Most office and professional roles use the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa (Gijinkoku). The employer first obtains a Certificate of Eligibility (COE), then the candidate applies for the visa itself — the whole process typically takes roughly 1.5 to 4 months. Whether a specific Keywords Studios role includes sponsorship varies by position, so confirm directly with the hiring team during the process.
What types of roles does Keywords Studios offer in Japan?
ExpatJobBoard currently lists 1 verified English-only roles at Keywords Studios in Japan, across Engineering, including 契約. New listings are added daily.
What salary can I expect at Keywords Studios in Japan?
Salary depends on the role and seniority — check individual listings for details.
How do I apply for a job at Keywords Studios in Japan?
Browse the 1 Keywords Studios roles listed above and apply directly through each role's application link. New listings are added daily and the best roles fill fast, so applying early helps.