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サポートシステムエンジニア/ Support System Engineer

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A global software company is looking for a Support System Engineer. The selected candidate will validate infrastructure systems, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve system reliability through testing, documentation, and automation.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop test plans for infrastructure performance, failover, and security
  • Validate system configurations against operational and security standards
  • Troubleshoot infrastructure and application issues using logs, metrics, and error reports
  • Collaborate with developers, architects, and operations teams to resolve technical issues
  • Document test results, configurations, troubleshooting steps, and improvement actions
  • Support automation, capacity planning, performance tuning, and incident analysis

Requirements:

  • More than 8 years of experience in infrastructure testing and support roles
  • Experience with performance and failover testing methodologies
  • Prior experience with Linux/Unix and Windows Server environments for troubleshooting and configuration
  • Proven experience with monitoring tools and log analysis for proactive issue detection
  • Understanding of system architecture, networking, and security principles
  • Knowledge with managed service environments and ITIL practices
  • Familiarity with databases (Oracle, MySQL, or SQL Server) for query execution and performance checks
  • Prior knowledge with virtualisation platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud environments (Azure or AWS) for hybrid infrastructure support
  • Prior understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and ability to diagnose connectivity issues
  • Proficient in scripting and automation tools for testing
  • Skilled in scripting languages (Shell, Python, or PowerShell) for automation and testing tasks
  • Native level Japanese (bilingual is ideal)

About the Company:

A global leader in software and services for communications and media companies, this organisation empowers digital transformation through cutting-edge solutions and cloud-native technologies. With a strong presence in Japan, it offers a dynamic and innovative work environment where professionals can drive impactful change in the connected world.

Keywords:

Job Ref: JT49I7

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Information Technology

Focus: Support

Industry: IT

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Native

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: JT49I7-532FC250

Date posted: 1 June 2026

Consultant: Madhuri Srinivasa