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162 results for Application Manager in Tokyo, Tōkyō

Senior Accountant
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 6.0M - 8.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p> A global luxury house</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance, while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and regional finance. This role plays a key part in monthly closing, accounting operations, and continuous process improvement within a multinational luxury environment.<br /><br /> Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes</li><li>Prepare statutory and management financial statements</li><li>Ensure compliance with JGAAP, IFRS, and internal accounting policies</li><li>Handle balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis</li><li>Support audits, tax filings, and liaison with external advisors</li><li>Collaborate with regional/global finance teams on reporting and improvements</li><li>Contribute to process optimization and system enhancements.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>5-10+ years of experience in accounting or financial reporting</li><li>Strong knowledge of JGAAP; IFRS experience preferred</li><li>Experience in multinational or luxury/consumer goods environments is a plus</li><li>Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and strong Excel skills</li><li>Native Japanese with business‑level English (reading, writing, speaking)</li><li>Detail‑oriented, structured, and comfortable working in a high‑standard environment</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Work within a prestigious global luxury group</li><li>Stable role with high exposure to regional and global finance teams</li><li>Strong emphasis on quality, governance, and best‑practice accounting</li><li>Clear long‑term career development in Japan and internationally</li><li>Competitive compensation and attractive employee benefits</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>6 -8 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013398164</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjUzMDkwLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-03-13T02:42:30Z
Lead Specialist , Distribution & Logistics
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 7.0M - 7.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><ul><li>This is a stable and growing company providing logistics and supply chain solutions to the global market. The organization emphasizes site-based operations and teamwork, continuously striving to enhance customer satisfaction both domestically and internationally. Employees can expect an environment focused on ongoing improvement and close interdepartmental collaboration across multiple sites.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor daily warehouse operations, adjusting work schedules and personnel assignments for optimal efficiency</li><li>Coordinate with external partners to prioritize tasks, manage delivery deadlines, and improve operational processes</li><li>Track, analyze, and report on operational quality and performance metrics to drive ongoing process improvement</li><li>Organize and compile operational data, preparing reports using Excel and other tools</li><li>Build and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supporting warehouse operations during peak periods or emergencies as needed</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on experience in warehouse operations or the 3PL (third-party logistics) industry</li><li>User experience with ERP, WMS, or other integrated management systems</li><li>Demonstrated history of implementing efficiency and quality improvements in operational settings</li><li>Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred</li><li>Strong logical thinking skills, with proficiency in Excel (including functions), Word, and PowerPoint</li><li>Knowledge or practical experience in quality control or statistical analysis is an advantage</li><li>English reading and writing skills are welcomed</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Points</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to improve operational processes at a growing company with a diverse, international clientele</li><li>Hands-on environment where you can contribute to workflow design and process optimization</li><li>Workplace emphasizes teamwork and collaboration, supporting career growth through diverse partnerships</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location</strong><br />Tokyo</p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary</strong><br />7,000,000 JPY</p><p> </p><p><strong>Reference Number:</strong> 06940-0013403349</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dGFrdS55YW1hc2hpdGEuMTE3OTUuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-04-16T00:38:42Z
Operations Specialist
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 6.2M - 10.4M JPY / Yearly
  • <p style="display: inline !important;"><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A leading global provider of securities services</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Experience with administrative tasks in project management, including report generation and project request coordination</li><li>Strong attention to detail in supporting daily operational settlement activities for OTC Derivatives, FX, and Money Market transactions</li><li>Proficiency in cash payment generation, FX trade validation and monitoring, and settlement processes</li><li>Excellent communication in Japanese and English and organizational skills</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>6 - 10 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013416249</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FpbC5jYW5ldGUuMjgwNTcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-04-14T02:22:13Z
Senior Accountant
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 6.0M - 8.3M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile:</strong><br />A global advanced materials manufacturer with a Tokyo sales office and manufacturing plants across Japan.<br /><br /><strong>The Role:</strong><br />- Oversee full-cycle AR/AP, cash management, bank reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting<br />- Manage tax payments, intercompany transactions, expenses (SAP/Concur), and fixed assets<br />- Perform monthly reconciliations and support month-/year-end close (accruals, payroll, key accounts)<br />- Support audits and tax filings, drive process improvements, and supervise junior staff<br /><br /><strong>Your Skills:</strong><br />- 5+ years of Accounting (J-GAAP) experience<br />- Fluent Japanese and conversational English<br />- Experience using SAP<br />- Experience working 3 or more years within an organization, stable career background<br /><br /><strong>Key Highlights of the Role:</strong><br />- More exposure with the Global team as their Asia business is centered in Japan<br />- Be apart of a new team with a good team culture. Finance Director who is flexible and easy to work with<br />- Can provide allowance for learning (finance qualification studies, English exam studies)<br />- Work from home 6 days a month, and flex time available with core hours 10am - 3pm. Normal working hours are 9:00 to 17:30</p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>6 - 8 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013411500</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uNDg2NzYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-04-08T01:15:05Z
CFO
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 16.0M - 25.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A global consumer company with a strong presence across multiple international markets is seeking a senior Finance leader to support its Japan business. The organization operates in a stable yet evolving environment, with continued investment in commercial expansion and operational capability, making Japan a key strategic market within the region.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This position will act as a strategic Finance Business Partner to the Japan Commercial organization, working closely with Sales, Marketing, and senior leadership to drive business performance and long-term growth. As a core member of the local leadership team, you will contribute to strategic decision-making, financial planning, and performance management, while also collaborating with regional stakeholders in a matrix structure. In addition, you will lead Finance transformation initiatives, enhance planning and reporting processes, and build a strong, business-oriented Finance function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Strong business partnering experience with Commercial / Sales / Marketing functions</li><li>Proven ability to engage with both local leadership and regional / global stakeholders</li><li>Experience in transformation or change-driven environments</li><li>Leadership experience in building, developing, or leading Finance teams</li><li>Accounting background is preferred but not essential</li><li>Fluent Japanese and High business-level English</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Strategic Finance leadership role with direct impact on business performance</li><li>Close partnership with Sales &amp; Marketing leadership and Japan executive team</li><li>Exposure to regional and global stakeholders in a matrix organization</li><li>Opportunity to lead Finance transformation and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Leadership role to build and develop a high-performing Finance team</li><li>Strong long-term career potential within a global organization</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>16 - 25 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013406474</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eXVzdWtlLmhhY2hpbm8uMDEzMDQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-04-02T08:39:46Z
Accountant
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 8.3M - 12.5M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A large sporting brand</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking an Interim Senior Accountant for a hybrid position. This hands-on role provides coverage across key accounting functions, including the indirect procure-to-pay cycle, direct invoice-to-pay, inventory/COGS month-end close, and the invoice-to-collection cycle. You will supervise some contract staff and play a crucial role in developing and streamlining AP and inventory processes.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Business-level English communication</li><li>Native-level Japanese communication</li><li>Strong accounting background</li><li>Proven ability to develop and streamline AP/inventory processes</li><li>Supervisory experience</li><li>Process mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement</li><li>Hands-on approach to accounting tasks and cycle management</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>8 - 12 million yen</p><p> </p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013402451</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FpbC5jYW5ldGUuMDk3ODcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-03-30T04:52:11Z
Data Scientist - ML/AI
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 10.0M - 16.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A senior consulting leader responsible for driving end-to-end Data &amp; AI initiatives for Japanese enterprise clients.<br /> This position acts as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and owns full delivery accountability, from strategy design through implementation.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead data strategy, architecture, engineering, analytics, and governance programs</li><li>Design and deliver modern data platforms (Cloud DWH, Databricks, Snowflake, etc.)</li><li>Own projects from strategy → execution, including GenAI / LLM initiatives</li><li>Advise clients on data governance, security, privacy, and regulatory compliance in Japan</li><li>Bridge business transformation and technical implementation</li><li>Mentor and develop teams while contributing to the scaling of the data practice</li><li>This is not simply a delivery oversight role.</li><li>It is a modern technology transformation leadership position.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Required Qualifications </strong></p><ul><li>8+ years of experience in data consulting, analytics, or data leadership</li><li>Proven track record delivering complex Data &amp; AI programs with measurable business impact</li><li>Strong hands-on expertise in AWS, Azure, or GCP</li><li>Business-level Japanese and English</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Preferred Experience</strong><br /> If you are currently working on:</p><ul><li>AI / ML initiatives</li><li>Advanced analytics programs</li><li>LLM or AI agent architecture and operations</li></ul><p>And are interested in expanding modern technology transformation across industries such as: Finance, Manufacturing, Retail, Healthcare (Japan). Let's have a chat!</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 16 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0012623084</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGluaC5EYW5nLjAwNzEzLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-02-19T08:32:36Z
Business Controller
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 8.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A leading FMCG company is seeking a Business Controller to support their finance function during a key business phase. The company operates in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a 6-9 month contract position supporting the business as a key finance partner. You will work closely with commercial and operational teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.<br /> <br /> Key responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and performance monitoring. You will also support month-end closing, improve reporting processes, and help drive business efficiency.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Strong experience in Business Controlling, FP&amp;A, or Finance Business Partnering.</li><li>Experience in FMCG or other fast-paced industries is highly preferred.</li><li>Solid understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills; ERP system experience is a plus.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to work with a well-known FMCG company.</li><li>High-impact role with direct involvement in business decision-making.</li><li>Dynamic and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Short-term project with immediate start and strong exposure to business operations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>8 - 10 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013399010</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC44MTkwNS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-03-18T00:41:04Z
HRIS Migration / QA Specialist
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 9.4M - 9.4M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong><br />A global organization specializing in business transformation and digitalization, with a focus on HR solutions.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Support the project management office and HR data migration team during the implementation and testing phase of an HRIS migration project.</li><li>Prepare and cleanse large volumes of data in Excel, ensuring accuracy, correct formatting, and removal of duplicates prior to migration.</li><li>Execute test scripts, log results, document errors, and provide supporting feedback to the development team.</li><li>Create straightforward step-by-step user guides with screenshots for new system processes, targeting standard daily HR tasks.</li><li>Assist in user acceptance testing by coordinating schedules with HR staff and following up on outstanding feedback.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong attention to detail and consistency, especially when working with repetitive data and formatting tasks.</li><li>Basic familiarity with Japanese HR terminology, enabling quick identification of discrepancies in personnel data.</li><li>Proficient in using Excel functions such as VLOOKUP and filters for efficient data handling.</li><li>1-3 years of experience in HR administration, data entry, or IT support roles.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on involvement in a critical HR system migration project.</li><li>Opportunity to work in a cross-functional project team and interact with both technical and HR stakeholders.</li><li>Develop practical documentation and contribute directly to process improvement and system usability.</li></ul><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>9.36 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013387398</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuSm9obnN0b24uNzUwMjkuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-03-11T03:19:05Z
Accountant
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 5.0M - 9.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A multinational real estate investment firm with a strong global presence is looking for an Accountant to join its growing Japan team. The company manages a diversified portfolio of real estate assets and is known for its stable platform, international culture, and long-term investment strategy.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes</li><li>Prepare financial statements and investor reports</li><li>Oversee cash management and payment processes</li><li>Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and service providers</li><li>Ensure compliance with JGAAP and internal reporting standards</li><li>Communicate with overseas stakeholders and support cross-border reporting</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Business level Japanese and English</li><li>Strong knowledge of JGAAP (IFRS knowledge is a plus)</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong communication skills</li><li>CPA, USCPA, or similar qualification is advantageous</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Strong work-life balance with a supportive team culture</li><li>International work environment with global exposure</li><li>Clear career progression opportunities within a growing platform</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with overseas and senior stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>5 - 9 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013384357</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2h1WGluLkxvaC42MDc2Ny4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-02-27T06:24:10Z
SRE Engineer
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 12.0M - 18.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile </strong></p><ul><li>A leading global investment bank is seeking a hands-on Lead Engineer (Observability/Platform) to drive the modernization of enterprise-wide monitoring and telemetry capabilities across its Tokyo-based engineering team.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>The Role </strong></p><ul><li>A leading global investment bank is standardizing its observability platform across the entire group using a modern open-source Grafana toolchain, integrated with CMDB and event management systems - and you will lead that charge in Japan.</li><li>You will manage a team of 4 engineers in Tokyo, designing and building solutions that serve the global group, while collaborating closely with counterparts in New York, London, and Mumbai.</li><li>This is a highly visible role reporting to the Group Head of Observability, with ownership over the full engineering function - from reviewing architecture and designs to rolling up your sleeves on legacy systems until users complete migration.</li><li>The Tokyo team operates with a high degree of independence, so the ability to move fast and make decisions without waiting for other regions is essential.</li><li>The platform is setting the foundation for full AI Ops capability, including automated anomaly detection, root cause analysis, and machine-learning-generated resolutions - a genuine opportunity to shape something transformative.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Strong engineering background - whether from a software engineering or SRE path - with experience building and operating platforms at scale.</li><li>Hands-on experience with the Grafana open-source toolchain (Grafana UI, Loki, Mimir, Tempo, Prometheus, OpenTelemetry) is a must.</li><li>Proven technical leadership with the ability to mentor engineers and drive adoption across stakeholder groups.</li><li>Proficiency in Java and Python (5+ years); comfort with Linux, DevOps tooling (GitLab, Jenkins, Ansible), and CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>Business-level English is non-negotiable; Japanese is preferred but may be flexible for an exceptional technical profile.</li><li>A genuine enthusiasm for AI tooling and a drive to transform traditional ways of building and operating systems.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Join a recently formed, forward-thinking global team at roughly 30% through a major transformation - plenty of high-impact work still to do.</li><li>Own the engineering function for Japan and build a platform the entire group's IT organisation depends on.</li><li>Work with state-of-the-art observability technologies and help lay the foundation for enterprise-grade AI Ops.</li><li>Collaborate with a global team of 20 across New York, London, Mumbai, and Tokyo.</li><li>A well-funded initiative with strong executive sponsorship and a clear, ambitious roadmap.</li></ul><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3VlLnRpbmcuOTA4NDEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-05-15T00:14:22Z
SRE Engineer
  • Tokyo,
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 10.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A Tokyo-based technology company operating within the digital content and platform industry is expanding its engineering organization to support continued user and revenue growth. The company develops and operates a subscription-based community platform that connects users with creators and enables interactive, real-time engagement at scale. With steady expansion in both domestic and overseas markets, their focus is on building a modern, high-availability infrastructure that can meet growing traffic demands. The engineering team values thoughtful design, pragmatic automation, and a culture of reliability-driven ownership.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) who will play a key role in ensuring the platform's reliability, scalability, and performance. This position goes beyond operating systems-it's for an engineer who thinks about end-to-end stability, anticipates potential failure points, and designs resilient infrastructure. You'll work closely with development, product, and operations teams to enhance observability, automate deployments, and implement improvements that sustain growth at scale.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and operate multi-cloud infrastructure with GCP (primary) and AWS (secondary).</li><li>Develop infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform and CI/CD pipelines with CircleCI.</li><li>Enhance observability and monitoring with Datadog, driving proactive issue identification.</li><li>Partner with developers to improve backend performance, fault tolerance, and deployment reliability.</li><li>Manage containerized systems (Docker; Kubernetes experience a strong plus).</li><li>Participate in on-call, incident response, and post-incident optimization to strengthen reliability.</li><li>Maintain detailed documentation and drive continuous improvement in operational processes.</li><li>Mentor engineers and promote best practices in infrastructure automation and service ownership.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Solid experience in SRE, infrastructure, or DevOps roles with production system ownership.</li><li>Hands-on experience with GCP, Terraform, and modern observability tooling (Datadog, PagerDuty, etc.).</li><li>Strong coding ability in Python, Go, or TypeScript, including practical automation experience.</li><li>Deep understanding of system reliability, failure recovery, and risk-aware deployment design.</li><li>Familiarity with Linux administration, networking, and CI/CD workflows.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Business-level English; Japanese is not mandatory; willingness to learn for collaboration.</li></ul><p><strong> <br /> Preferred Qualifications<br /></strong></p><ul><li>Experience building or operating large-scale web or mobile platforms.</li><li>Knowledge of container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).</li><li>Performance tuning experience with MySQL or similar databases.</li><li>Understanding of distributed architecture and scalable system design.</li><li>Proven mentorship or cross-functional collaboration experience.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Direct impact on the reliability and scalability of a high-traffic digital platform.</li><li>Work within the digital entertainment and content platform space supporting real-time engagement.</li><li>Exposure to multi-cloud infrastructure with modern DevOps tooling (GCP / AWS / Terraform / Datadog).</li><li>Hybrid work setup (2 days per week in the Tokyo office; Wednesday required).</li><li>Discretionary working hours (typical schedule 11:00-20:00).</li><li>Minimal on-call responsibilities; focus on proactive reliability engineering.</li><li>Competitive salary range ¥7M-¥12M, based on experience and contribution.</li><li>Supportive, collaborative, and technically mature team environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 12 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013394544</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3VlLnRpbmcuNTM5NTkuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
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