The player, born in Sao Paulo on October 15, 1993, has a contract until the end of the season with an option to extend for one year.
Persija Director Mohamad Prapanca said Mota's recruitment was part of the team's evaluation to maintain competitiveness in the hunt for targets this season.
"Persija always strives to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the team's needs. We hope Jean Mota's presence will add variety to the game, ultimately strengthening the team," Prapanca said in a written statement on Friday.
"He has experience playing at the highest level of competition, so we believe his qualities and mentality can help the team achieve its goals," he said.
