DevOps Engineer

Date PostedMay 30, 2026LocationTokyo, JapanCompany4M Career KKSalaryJPY 7000K - JPY 10000KTypeit (hardware/network) - devops/devsecops engineer it (hardware/network) - sre engineer it (hardware/network) - cloud engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our infrastructure team in Tokyo, Japan. The role focuses on maintaining and evolving a Kubernetes-based platform using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). You will collaborate with global teams to manage CI/CD pipelines and drive technical excellence in a containerized environment.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and evolve Kubernetes-based platform
  • Manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and ArgoCD
  • Collaborate with global development and operations teams
  • Troubleshoot and modernize Jenkins-based pipelines

Required Skills

  • 5+ years Kubernetes experience
  • 3+ years Azure/AKS experience
  • Proficiency in GitHub Actions and ArgoCD
  • Experience with Docker, Terraform, and Helm
  • Business level English and Japanese

Job Details

Position Details: We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our infrastructure team in Japan. In this role, you will work closely with application developers and global DevOps teams to maintain and evolve our Kubernetes-based platform. Our workloads run on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) as well as on a private cloud environment using similar technologies. CI/CD is handled via GitHub Actions and ArgoCD, with some remaining Jenkins-based pipelines in transition. This is a collaborative, hands-on role that bridges development and operations across Japan and international teams (notably in Canada), requiring both technical depth and strong communication skills. Mandatory Qualifications: - 5+ years of strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes (managing workloads, troubleshooting, Helm, etc.) - 3+ years of experience working with Azure, especially Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) - 3+ years of experience working with proven track record with GitHub Actions and ArgoCD (or other GitOps tools) - Familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Helm) - Ability to troubleshoot and modernize Jenkins pipelines - Comfortable collaborating across time zones and cultural boundaries Language Requirements: - English Level: Business Conversation Level (TOEIC 735-860) - Japanese Level: Business Level (JLPT Level 2 or N2) Benefits: - Social Insurance - Commuting/Transportation Allowance - Relaxation Facilities - Five-Day Workweek - Summer Holidays, Winter Holidays, Refresh Holidays - Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Child-care Leave