Cloud Engineer L1

Date PostedJune 9, 2026LocationTokyo, Osaka, Chiba, JapanCompanyLightyear Japan Co., Ltd.SalaryJPY 4000K - JPY 5000KTypeit (hardware/network) - communication infrastructure (including isp and carrier)

Job Summary

The Cloud Engineer will be responsible for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of cloud-based projects using AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. This role involves working across diverse industries including defense, aerospace, and automotive. Candidates with at least six months of infrastructure experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Operate and maintain network and server systems
  • Resolve customer infrastructure issues through proactive solutions

Required Skills

  • 6+ months infrastructure experience
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • JLPT N3 Japanese proficiency
  • Cisco or Linux certifications preferred

Job Details

■Expected Work Your primary duties will be design, construction, operation, and maintenance for cloud-based projects using AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc. You may also be involved in design, construction, operation, and maintenance in the network and server areas. [Industries] Various clients, mainly defense, aerospace, automotive, communications, cleantech, and healthcare. [Expected Projects] - Cloud construction for a space development center for an information and communications company (AWS) - Construction of a multi-user virtual environment using digital twins (AWS, 3D space construction) - Cloud infrastructure construction for an automobile company's web system (AWS, Azure) [Employment Type] Full-time employee (no fixed term) [Probationary Period] 3 months (no change in terms) [Working Hours] Scheduled Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours of work, 1 hour break) Average Overtime: 14.3 hours/month (FY2023) [Holidays/Vacations] 2-day weekend (Saturdays, Sundays), public holidays, company-designated holidays (summer, New Year's). 126 days of annual holidays (FY2026). Annual Paid Leave and special paid leave for life events (marriage, maternity, etc.). [Requirements] - Practical experience in infrastructure (network, server) monitoring, operation and maintenance, or design and construction: Approximately six months or more. - Japanese Language Proficiency: JLPT N3. [Preferred Experience/Skills] - Ability to proactively propose solutions to customer issues. - Experience in building cloud-based infrastructure. - Cisco certification (CCNA, CCNP) or Linux technical certification (LPIC L1, LPIC L2). - Industry domain knowledge (automotive, cleantech, healthcare, manufacturing, construction, public sector, finance).