DevOps 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