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Our company offers the stability of a government-designated testing organization and the flexibility of working style as foreign owned company.
GLI Japan Attraction
As a testing organization designated by the National Public Safety Commission, we play a very important role in conducting tests that amusement machine manufacturers must undergo in order to introduce new products to the market.


Ensuring Compliance
To ensure that players can enjoy machines with peace of mind, the law sets detailed rules and standards for machine specifications. We determine whether a machine is designed in accordance with the law (conformity or non-conformity) by testing the design documents, comparing them with each other, and testing the machine. Only machines that “Passed” to these tests are sold and installed.
As a member of the GLI Group, which has bases around the world, we promote the creation of an environment where anyone can work for a long time without strain, and many of our employees come from different industries.

Global company with offices around the world
The GLI Group has more than 35 years of experience as a testing organization and has 31 locations worldwide. More than 1,300 employees are working at our locations around the world.

Good work environment with good work-life balance
In order to continue working, it is important to have a safe and comfortable work environment. With weekends off, national holidays, and more than 125 days off per year, you can enjoy your private life, and you can continue to work calmly in an office where you can focus on your work without excessive overtime. There are no relocations, so you can rest assured that you are in good hands.
We are actively involved in the health of our employees.
Recruitment information

Test engineer for amusement machines
(no experience necessary)
GLI Japan
Job Description
This position involves various tests such as operation checks of amusement machines (Pachinko and Pachi-Slot).
[After joining the company]
After classroom training on our business outline and training on the software program.
you will be familiarized through mock tests using testing equipment and specifications.
Senior staff will give you detailed lectures, so you can work with confidence.
[Specifically]
Checking while looking at design documents
Using the “test procedure manual” and “specification sheet,” we check if there are any problems with the contents (descriptions/values, etc.) of the specifications for amusement machines.
Check and test the operation of amusement machines
Using the “test procedure manual” and “game machine”, we check the actual operation of the game machine while using the “test equipment”.
Comparison and cross-check examination
We compare the performance, structure, etc. of the “specifications” and “machines” to confirm that they are consistent.
Each of the above three tests is divided into three categories, and the checked items are summarized on a sheet, which is checked by the supervisor before proceeding to the next test item.
First of all, we will entrust you with what you can do. Eventually, we will entrust you with the entire process.
Application Qualifications
Graduated from a graduate school, four-year university, or college of technology with a degree in the following engineering fields
- Mechanical engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Electronic engineering
- Information engineering
- Communication engineering
- Computer Science
Welcome Conditions
- Knowledge and experience in hardware/software development/design/evaluation, etc.
- Experience/knowledge of playing pachinko/Pachi-Slot.
- Those who can read circuit diagrams (both digital and analog).
- Able to read programs such as Python.
- Those who have a qualification of Applied Information Engineer.
Those who have worked for amusement machine manufacturers in the past may not eligible for employment.
Office Location
Time24 Building, 2-4-32 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
No transfers or assignments
Access
Yurikamome Line Telecom Center Station 2 min. walk
Rinkai Line Tokyo Teleport Station 5 min. by free shuttle bus
Working Hours
Flextime system
- Core time / 11:00 – 15:00, Flexible hours / 7:00 – 11:00, 15:00 – 21:00
- Standard working hours: 9:00-18:00 (standard working hours: 8 hours)
- Monthly average of overtime hours / less than 8 hours
Salary
Monthly salary + 100% overtime + bonus twice a year
To be determined in consideration of experience and ability.
Vacations
- 2 days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays)
- National holidays
- Year-end and New Year vacations (6 days)
- Summer vacation (3 days) *Optional between July and September
- Maternity leave before and after childbirth
- Childcare leave
- Child nursing care leave and nursing care leave
- Celebration or condolence leave
- Paid leave
Benefits
- All transportation expenses paid *Depends on regulations
- Relocation allowance (Up to 500,000 yen) *Depends on regulations
- Celebration or condolence paid
- Full payment for overtime work
- Social insurance and labor insurance provided
- Defined contribution pension plan
- Benefit Station (Netflix available)
Voices of Seniors <Updated>

Mid-career hire in 2022
Test ENGINEER
“The reason I decided on this company was because I was interested in what they do in the testing of amusement machines. I felt that there were new discoveries every day and that the company had an open and conversational environment due to the active sharing of information. It is good to have a job where you can make use of what you specialized in at university or what you are good at, but if you broaden your horizons, you may come across unexpected jobs.”
Mid-career hire in 2023
Test EnGINEER
“I was attracted to the fact that the company conducts a special type of business called model testing. When I joined the company, we were expanding our operations, and I thought I would be able to experience this firsthand, which is why I decided to join the company. Although the work is very specialized, I find the environment very easy to communicate with everyone. Every day, I can feel that the scope of my work expands, and I find it rewarding when I feel I am making a contribution to the company. I am also happy that the National Public Safety Commission recognizes me as a tester.
I think job hunting is a good opportunity to look at yourself, what you want to do, what you want to be in the future, and so on. I know it is a lot of work, but please do your best!”
Mid-career hire in 2023
Test Engineer
“I love amusement machines and was attracted to a working place where I can always be in touch with the latest amusement machines. After joining this company, I feel that there are abundant opportunities for my personal growth. Communication among team members is very active in the company, and it is easy to exchange opinions.
The model testing work is an important job to evaluate the performance of amusement machines based on regulations and to confirm that they meet the standards. Through testing, we can contribute to ensuring the safety of products and ensuring that users can enjoy them with peace of mind.
Being exposed to the latest amusement machines from various manufacturers is a very rewarding experience for me.”
Mid-career hire in 2023
Test Engineer
“GLI Japan is still in its infancy as a testing organization, but I wanted to contribute to the company’s future growth.
There are many friendly people in the company. I also think that the company is proactive regarding education.
I am also making use of the engineering knowledge I gained in my previous job to streamline and improve the company’s work content. It is rewarding to be able to proactively take action when I encounter situations where I can make use of my background. I feel happy when I receive words of appreciation from my coworkers when they are able to improve the efficiency of their operations with the tools I have created.”
New Graduate in 2023
Test Engineer
“I was interested in the internal workings of amusement machines and wanted to work for a company related to amusement machines. I chose this job because I thought it would be good to work for a company where I would be able to come into contact with amusement machines from a variety of manufacturers.
I am currently in charge of software-related testing, such as analyzing programs and checking internal operations. If I have any questions, I can get many hints from my seniors, and many of them like amusement machines, so they answer me kindly.The mood in the company is very friendly and pleasant, and I am able to work with a lot of people who are interested in the company’s business.”
Mid-career hire in 2024
Test Engineer
“I studied programming and other subjects when I was a student, but my previous job did not allow me to utilize my knowledge at all, so I wanted to work at a place where I could make use of what I had learned. At first, I thought it would be a place where rigor was required because it is an examination institution, but there are many young people, and I feel the atmosphere is very friendly. Since I have a lot of freedom in taking time off, I have been able to work in a mentally relaxed atmosphere since I joined the company. When I saw the first machine I had tested actually in a pachinko parlor, I remembered the many things that had happened during the test and felt very happy.”