Remote Engineer (Japanese-speaking)

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Your day at NTT DATAThe Remote Engineer (Japanese-speaking) is an entry level engineering role, responsible for providing a professional remote technical support service to clients by proactively identifying and resolving technical incidents and problems.

This role makes use of technical knowledge to handle technical enquiries and/or troubleshoot problems reported by clients in a timely manner.

Through pre-emptive service incident and resolution activities, this role restores service to clients by managing incidents and seeing them through to an effective resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serves as the initial point of contact for end-users seeking technical assistance in the areas of networking, collaboration tools, and end-user computing.
• Provides prompt and efficient troubleshooting and support for incidents and service requests related to networking issues, such as network connectivity, DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, wireless connectivity, and network equipment configurations.
• Resolves collaboration-related issues, including but not limited to email systems, video conferencing platforms, instant messaging tools, and document sharing applications.
• Follows established procedures, guidelines, and best practices to deliver timely and accurate resolutions to end-users' problems.
• Documents all incidents, service requests, and actions taken in the service desk ticketing system, ensuring detailed and accurate records.
• Escalates complex or unresolved issues to level 2 or higher-level engineers or specialised teams, providing comprehensive information and analysis.
• Collaborates with other IT support teams, including networking, collaboration, and end-user computing specialists, to resolve cross-functional issues and contribute to problem resolution.
• Monitors network performance, conduct routine maintenance tasks, and apply patches and updates to network infrastructure and collaboration tools as required.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of knowledge base documentation, troubleshooting guides, and standard operating procedures to enhance service desk efficiency and effectiveness.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in information technology, computer science, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft 365, or Cisco collaboration certifications are a plus.
• For non-native (local / Japanese-speaking candidates): Advanced to fluent level in Japanese language (reading, writing & speaking, minimum JLPT N2 is required)
• For Japanese native candidates: business level English

Requirements:

• Basic experience in a service desk or helpdesk role, providing support in multiple IT towers, including networking, collaboration, and end-user computing.
• Flexible to work in rotational 12-hour shifts (24x7 operation, 17 days a month)

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching, video conferencing, and collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with end-user computing technologies, including Windows and macOS operating systems, hardware troubleshooting, software applications, mobile devices, and printer configurations.
• Proficiency in using network monitoring and troubleshooting tools, collaboration platforms, remote desktop tools, and incident ticketing systems.
• Displays problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think logically and troubleshoot issues effectively across multiple IT domains.
• Good customer service orientation, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

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