Japanese Language Expert

Japanese Language Expert

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

• Bilingual Skills: Excellent Japanese translation and interpretation skills.
• Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of experience in IT infrastructure management projects.
• Certification: Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) level N1/N2/N3.
• IT Service Management: Proven track record of delivering IT Service Management (ITIL) infrastructure projects.
• Incident Handling: Proficient in handling incidents, problems, and changes.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong understanding of IT environments.
• Communication: Effective communication with stakeholders in Japan and India.
• You'll be the mastermind behind maintaining and optimizing their systems, ensuring they're always running at peak performance.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and third-party suppliers.
• Ensure delivered solutions are realized in committed time frame and meet client expectation
• Establish a quality management system: tracking of project milestones, quality and KPIs
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• You will interact with the Account team and Customer, so you are expected to be fluent in Japanese language, understanding Japanese work culture.
• Not only will you be responsible for managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure, but you'll also have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions that will shape the future of the industry.
•  You'll be at the forefront of new service preparation and change management processes, constantly learning and growing your technical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our customers.
• In addition to Japanese language expertise, your technical prowess will be put to the test as you troubleshoot critical customer situations and provide timely solutions to keep their systems secure, reliable, and efficient.
• You'll be the go-to expert for sizing and optimizing systems, ensuring our customers' business performance is always world-class.

• Your future at Kyndryl
  There are lots of opportunities to gain certification and qualifications on the job, and you’ll continuously grow as a Cloud Hyperscaler. Many of our Infrastructure Specialists are on a path toward becoming either an Architect or Distinguished Engineer, and there are opportunities at every skill level to grow in either of these directions.

Who You Are

• You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
  
  Required Technical and Professional Expertise:
  

  Bilingual Skills: Excellent Japanese translation and interpretation skills.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure management projects.
• Certification: Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) level N1/N2/N3.
• IT Service Management: Proven track record of delivering IT Service Management (ITIL) infrastructure projects.
• Incident Handling: Proficient in handling incidents, problems, and changes.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong understanding of IT environments.
• Communication: Effective communication with stakeholders in Japan and India.

  Preferred Professional Experience:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical information to non-technical individuals

• Experience in working with Japanese clients or in a multicultural team is preferred.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Keen on personal and professional development.

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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Experience Level

Senior Level