Japanese English Bilingual IT Specalist (Entry Level)

One of our clients is looking for a Japanese-English Bilingual IT Specialist to support an IT system improvement/development project.

This position will work closely with IT teams and external vendors to support project administration, coordination, system-related processes, and documentation.

The ideal candidate has a good understanding of system development and implementation, basic programming concepts, web applications, and enterprise IT environments, and is comfortable working with technical teams and IT-related processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Support IT system improvement and development activities in coordination with internal IT teams and external vendors
• Coordinate vendor onboarding, system access requests, user/account setup, and other IT-related processes
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams, business users, and vendors to facilitate communication and follow-up on project requirements and issues
• Track system-related tasks, technical issues, action items, deliverables, and project milestones
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of system documentation, technical documents, project trackers, specifications, and other project records
• Support system improvement and development activities, including coordination of testing, issue tracking, and follow-up with technical teams and vendors
• Coordinate project-related IT requests, approvals, system changes, and related documentation
• Participate in technical/project meetings, prepare meeting notes, and track technical action items through completion
• Review established IT/project processes and identify opportunities to improve workflows, documentation, and operational efficiency
• Provide bilingual Japanese-English communication and coordination support between technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendors
• Other related tasks

• Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred
• Entry-level candidates and recent graduates are welcome to apply
• Basic understanding of system development, programming concepts, web applications, and general IT systems
• Interest in working on IT system development and improvement projects
• Ability to understand technical information and communicate effectively with IT teams, business users, and external vendors
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and follow up on action items
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Good problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new systems, technologies, and processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Previous experience or coursework related to IT projects, system development, programming, system testing, or technical support is a plus, but not required

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.