This role manages critical infrastructure supporting Takeda’s Data, Digital & Technology operations at the Narita site. Requirements typically include a degree or equivalent experience in information technology, infrastructure engineering, computer science, or a related field; strong knowledge of data centers, servers, networks, cloud services, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and IT service management; and experience leading technical projects or vendors. Japanese and English communication skills are valuable in Takeda’s global environment. The successful candidate is expected to maintain reliable and compliant infrastructure, manage incidents and risks, coordinate maintenance and upgrades, ensure business continuity, and work effectively with site operations, global technology teams, suppliers, and senior stakeholders.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company is a major global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan, with a history spanning more than two centuries. It develops and supplies innovative medicines in areas including gastroenterology, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, neuroscience, and vaccines. Takeda operates across numerous countries and combines Japanese heritage with a highly international workforce. Its operations rely on advanced manufacturing, research, digital platforms, data systems, and tightly controlled quality and compliance processes. The company emphasizes patient benefit, ethical conduct, collaboration, inclusion, and long-term sustainability. Employees in technology and infrastructure roles support laboratories, offices, manufacturing facilities, and global business services, helping ensure secure, resilient, and compliant operations. The Narita position is associated with supporting critical site infrastructure within Takeda’s Data, Digital & Technology organization.
Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, pharmaceuticals, engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and education. Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, and Nagoya have the broadest international job markets, while Narita provides access to a major airport, industrial facilities, and the wider Tokyo region. Japanese workplaces value punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect, and careful communication; English is common in multinational companies, but Japanese improves daily life and career prospects. Living costs vary considerably, with Tokyo generally more expensive than regional cities. Public transportation is excellent, healthcare is high quality, and daily life is safe and convenient, though housing can require deposits and guarantors. Foreign employees usually need an employer-sponsored work visa, commonly under an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services category, with qualifications matching the role. Before relocating, arrange residence registration, health insurance, a bank account, housing, and tax procedures. Takeda may provide relocation support depending on the employment package.
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