Introduction

Hello, I am nam. I joined the company in November! I interviewed those who joined the company in February and March 2024 immediately after joining, and have summarized their impressions in this article.. I hope this content will be useful for those who are interested in KINTO Technologies, and serve as a reflection for the members who participated in the interview.

J.O

• Introduction
  I am J.O., and I joined the company in March. I am a producer at KINTO ONE Development Division New Vehicle Subscription Development Group. In my previous job, I was involved in the planning and operation of web/apps for our toC services at an operating company, and summarizing the definition of development requirements on the business side.
• How is your team structured?
  The New Vehicle Subscription G involves various teams, including back-end, front-end, content development, and tool development. With over 40 members, including our service providers, it is one of the largest departments in the company
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  I felt that the expectations for KTC were higher than I had imagined before joining the company, such as the relationship with group companies, the position of the company, and the role required to provide a new platform in the mobility industry.
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  Although the company is centered around engineers and has a quiet atmosphere, it is also quite friendly. Slack chats and the emojis used make it also lively. You can tell it's a vehicle-related company, as many people decorate their desks with car models.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  Even though I had the opportunity to create website content in my previous job, this is my first time sharing about myself, so I’m feeling nervous.
• Question from S.A.
  “What surprised or impressed you about joining KTC?”
  There are a lot of events such as study sessions. At least once every two weeks, some sort of event is held, and I was impressed by the proactive approach to receiving and sharing new information.

nam

• Introduction
  I joined KTC in February. I’m nam. I was a front-end engineer at a production company in my previous role.

• How is your team structured?
  I had the impression that it was a small team and the responsibilities were clearly divided among everyone.

• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  Orientation was very warm. I felt a strong message that all of us are moving forward in the same direction.

• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  There are team members nearby who are working on the same project, so I feel that everyone is working freely while consulting with each other.
  It was my first time working in a large office, so I had imagined that only the sound of the keyboard would resonate through the large space, but that was not the case, so I was relieved.

• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I’ve been reading this Tech Blog since before I joined the company, and now that I’m finally on the writing side, I’m feeling nervous.

• Question from J.O.
  What aspects make a website stand out to you from a front-end engineer’s perspective?
  I have a background in design, so I find the websites where design and technology are in harmony to be truly amazing. I believe that a great site is one that is well made.
  Sometimes there are sites where it's hard to imagine how much discussion goes from the planning stage, how engineers and designers communicate with each other, and how they understand each other's fields.
  So I think, "Wow, how robust, great!" when I see a harmonious site that excels technically and in design.

KunoTakaC

• Introduction
  I am Kuno from the KTC Management Department. I am in charge of Labor Systems in general (such as SmartHR, Recoru, Raku-ro, Kaonavi, etc.). My previous job was as an SE in a factory, and before that, I worked as a handyman (mainly handling infrastructure for small and medium-sized enterprises.). In 2023, I was classified as having a level 4 disability (lower limb paralysis), but there is no need for any special care. I usually have a cane so it's easy to recognize me, but please remember my face so you can still recognize me even when don't have it!
• How is your team structured?
  There are 11 people in the Management Department, out of which 2 of us are in the KTC Management Department. But in Nagoya... I’m the only one! Please rest assured that we are getting along well.
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  As an IT company, I thought I would talk to the Management Department via some kind of system, but I was a little surprised that we talk face-to-face using a conference room.
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  The office is generally quiet, but it’s easy to communicate, and we often have discussions together. Since the Management Department has open seating, it is convenient to choose a seat near the person you want to talk to.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I thought it would be helpful to mention that I created the #lumbar-care channel on Slack. I also additional jobs besides labor systems, so it is a little difficult.
• Question from nam
  "It has been 3 months since you joined the company. Have you noticed anything different from your previous job, or something unique to KTC? "
  To put it in one word, quiet. In my previous job, it was like a live house every day, with the noise of air conditioning in the server room resembling a jet engine, the vibration of machine tools that felt like an earthquake, the sounds of drum-like impact printers and electronic printers, and the warning tones of three-color patrol lights, all punctuated by telephones and SystemWalker alerts. There was only an on-premise environment In my previous job, and I was exposed to SaaS for the first time. on-premises solutions can be preferable sometimes, while other times SaaS are better. I’ve realized that each has its own pros and cons.

M

• Introduction
  I decided to dive into a new environment because I wanted to take on the challenge of developing in-house products, which was difficult to experience in my previous job.
• How is your team structured?
  Our team develops a product to support car sales recommendations at dealerships, making them more efficient and advanced. We have a tech lead, front-end engineers, and back-end engineers.
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  Before joining the company, I had the impression that it was a “mature startup,” so I thought I would be required to be autonomous and self-driven from the first day. However, I was a little surprised that the onboarding was thorough and took time, including hands-on training and dialogues with the president. Thanks to this, it helped me quickly learn about new domain knowledge and get to know the executives.
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  In my development team, we work on multiple product developments side by side. To stay informed about each other’s tasks, we share information in our daily morning meetings, where each team member talks about what they are focusing on. I think we communicate frequently and chat casually when we are in the office.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I have never had the opportunity to post information on a blog, so it feels fresh and exciting.
• Question from KunoTakaC
  "What is your favorite storage solution? Please suggest something practical!"
  If you are having trouble keeping your phone and PC charging cables tidy on your desk or floor, try the cheero CLIP Multi-Purpose Clip! It’s magnetic, so it’s super easy to attach and remove, letting you quickly tie up any messy cables. Plus, it’s flexible like a wire and keeps its shape, so you can even use it as a stand for your phone to watch videos!

R.S

• Introduction
  I am R.S from KINTO ONE Development Division New Car Subscription Group. I am in charge of the front-end of KINTO ONE.
• How is your team structured?
  There are six people on our team.
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  I was surprised by the high level of flexibility in work styles. As a working parent, the full-flex work schedule is incredibly helpful.
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  In our weekly planning, we clarify individual tasks and proceed with our work diligently.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I didn’t expect to write it so soon, but after my first post, I became more aware of our company's blog.
• Question from M
  "How do you catch up when trying something new? Any learning tips?"
  When something interests me, I take a step forward and give it a try. I tend to explore broadly rather than deeply, diving into new challenges. Sometimes, past experiences in completely different areas connect unexpectedly, and I find that moment fascinating.

Hanawa

• Introduction
  I am Hanawa, a front-end engineer at KINTO ONE New Vehicle Subscription Development Group. I mainly worked as a front-end engineer in my previous job. I would like to utilize the knowledge and experience I have gained so far in my work and improve my technical capabilities regardless of field.
• How is your team structured?
  We have 6 people on our front-end team.
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  I was impressed by how generous the employee benefits are.
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  Everyone is highly sensitive to technical updates and has the ability to communicate, so it is stimulating. I think it’s an environment where we can easily make suggestions. It appears that there are actual cases where services were developed from engineers’ ideas, so I have the impression that this kind of atmosphere is cultivated throughout the company.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I haven’t really shared much before, so I thought it was a great opportunity. I would like to write something about tech topics in my post, not just for this company’s entry.
• Question from R.S
  "What has changed significantly since joining the company? "
  Compared to my previous job, we have a much larger engineering organization here. (There were five engineers in my previous job.) To be honest, I haven’t fully understood who is working on which products yet. Various events such as study sessions are held regularly across departments, so I hope to participate in them to deepen my understanding.

Taro

• Introduction
  I am Taro, and I joined KTC Creative Group.
• How is your team structured?
  We are a team of 9 directors and designers.
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  I felt a strong sense of teamwork during the orientation for new employees with the message, "We will work together as One Team and move forward."
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  The team members are cheerful, friendly and very creative. Thanks to active communication, we constantly exchange opinions and ideas, creating a stimulating work environment.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I thought, "Oh, it’s that thing I read in the past logs of the Tech Blog."
• Question from Hanawa
  "What do you prioritize the most in your day-to-day work?"
  The "current situation and goals" in terms of "issues, needs, and value."

S.A.

• Introduction
  I am S.A. and I joined the Data Analysis Division.
• How is your team structured?
  Including the leader and myself, we are 9 team members in total.
• What was your first impression when you joined KTC? Any surprises?
  I was impressed by how pleasantly relaxed the atmosphere was.
• What is the atmosphere like on site?
  Everyone has their own area of expertise, and it’s an inspiring environment.
• How did you feel about writing a blog post?
  I was nervous because it was my first time writing a blog, but I thought it was a good initiative.
• Question from Taro
  "It's been a month since you joined the company, but have you become more conscious of anything in your work? "
  I’m trying to keep up with the fast pace so I don't fall behind.

Lastly

Thank you all for sharing your thoughts after joining our company!
At KINTO Technologies, we are continually welcoming new members every day! We look forward to sharing more onboarding entries from various divisions and team members.
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