About this role
Bridgestone is dedicated to "serving society with superior quality." Our mission and values ensure world-class customer service and inspire us to be an outstanding corporate citizen in the communities in which we live and work. Our engineers push the boundaries of what’s possible to improve performance, safety and quality. Like you, we’re driven to be the best. And it starts with our passion for innovation. Job Summary A senior-level specialist responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of IT Infrastructure and Operations. This role balances strategic technical innovation (AI/DX enablement) and strict security governance with robust daily operational support across Hybrid Cloud and Manufacturing (IT/OT) environments. The P8 level operates independently as a subject matter expert, managing complex virtualized infrastructure, hybrid cloud environments, and enterprise networks, while acting as a senior mentor to the junior engineers in the team. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Manage daily operations and provide advanced technical support for Hybrid Cloud, virtualization, HCI, enterprise networks, and data center environments. Lead IT infrastructure projects independently from design and implementation through to operational handover. Ensure IT/OT infrastructure supports manufacturing plants, Sales & Distribution, and Retail operations with strong business continuity. Drive AI, automation, and Digital Transformation initiatives, including AIOps solutions to improve operational efficiency. Ensure cybersecurity, compliance, Change Control, Business Continuity Plan (BCP), and Disaster Recovery (DR) requirements are effectively maintained and tested. Mentor junior infrastructure engineers and strengthen team technical capabilities through knowledge sharing and documentation. Manage vendors and service providers, monitor SLA performance, and provide technical consultation to business units. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related field. 8–10 years of IT Infrastructure experience, including mentoring junior team members. Strong expertise in VMware, HCI, enterprise storage, and Hybrid Cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP. Experience in Manufacturing IT/OT, Sales & Distribution, or Retail environments. Proven ability to independently lead end-to-end infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, ISO/IATF compliance, BCP, and DR. Good English communication skills (TOEIC 400+). Strong leadership, business acumen, collaboration, innovation, and change management skills. Skills Local contract terms only Understanding that Serving Society with Superior Quality is our heritage and our mission, and embracing our responsibility to future generations as a global leader in our industries, Bridgestone and its teammates around the world employ innovation and technology to improve the way people move, live, work and play.