Network Engineer

Location Tokyo
Discipline Information Technology
Job type Permanent
Salary ~8,000,000 JPY
Reference 32593

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Top global luxury group.

They are a dominant market player in the industry. As part of this company, you will work with the most prestigious of brands.

 THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for IT infrastructure operations and security for all locations in Japan, and act as an APAC team member.

Mainly, you will be involved in setting up, configuration and maintenance of networks in Japan, and back-up global offices as necessary. Tasks include:

  • Infrastructure project coordination with global teams, vendors, and stakeholders

  • Provide support on systems, network and security to end-users and business units

  • Create and manage documents, instructions, operation procedures

  • Manage IT servers and network-related assets

  • Monitor and report on status, propose areas of improvements

  • On-site support, local and global travel may be required (limited during Covid19)

  • Test and assess new technology

 WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

  • Large and stable company with established brand names and global connection

  • Support for talent development and internal mobility

  • Opportunity to work with global team on projects and lead the Japan team

  • Company vision promotes leadership skills and support to reach your full potential

REQUIREMENTS

  • Native-level Japanese

  • English for overseas communication

  • Hands-on experience in set-up/configuration and management of switches, routers, access points, firewall, servers, active directory, and knowledge in IT Service Management tools

  • Overall network knowledge, including trouble shooting and performance monitoring

  • Knowledge in Microsoft Office products

  • Mobile device management and video conferencing solutions knowledge

  • Analytical, problem-solving skills, ability to work and coordinate in teams