Senior Network & Infrastructure Engineer Japan

JapanAt Wayve we''re committed to creating a diverse, fair and respectful culture that is inclusive of everyone based on their unique skills and perspectives, and regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law.About us

Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.Our vision is to create autonomy that propels the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are designed for automakers, accelerating the transition from assisted to automated driving. In our fast-paced environment big problems ignite us—we embrace uncertainty, leaning into complex challenges to unlock groundbreaking solutions. We aim high and stay humble in our pursuit of excellence, constantly learning and evolving as we pave the way for a smarter, safer future.At Wayve, your contributions matter. We value diversity, embrace new perspectives, and foster an inclusive work environment; we back each other to deliver impact.Make Wayve the experience that defines your career!Department:

SPINE Infrastructure / ITReports To:

Head of IT (based in Europe)Level:

Mid-Senior / Independent ContributorThe Role

As Wayve grows across continents, we''re seeking a

Network and Infrastructure Engineer

to take ownership of our Japan infrastructure and network operations. This is not a siloed role—it''s a highly collaborative position where you''ll serve as the

key technical owner for network and site infrastructure , working closely with:Our

central networking team in LondonIT support engineers

in the US, UK and JapanGlobal

cloud infrastructure teamsYou’ll thrive here if you enjoy solving complex infrastruture challenges, and helping scale systems to support AI development and autonomous vehicle testing around the world.Design, deploy, and maintain

wired and wireless networks , VPNs, VLANs, and firewall policies in Japan.Serve as

local owner of networking and infrastructure —resolving outages, optimizing performance, and supporting new deployments.Work hand-in-hand with

London-based network engineers

to uphold configuration consistency, observability, and security.Act as the

first line of engineering-level support

for infra and networking queries raised by on-site and remote teams.Collaborate with

cloud infrastructure teams

to ensure seamless hybrid connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments.Foster a

customer-centric culture

by being approachable, communicative, and committed to resolving problems quickly and effectively.Engage with technical and non-technical teams alike, ensuring

clear communication and empathy

in every interaction.Act as a bridge between

local site needs and global infrastructure goals , contributing to a consistent, scalable technical footprint.Support automation of network configurations and site setup using

Infrastructure-as-Code

tools like Terraform and Ansible.Contribute to documentation, scripts, and internal tooling to make infra operations

repeatable and reliable .Implement and maintain

secure access controls , certificate management, and encryption practices aligned with Wayve’s InfoSec guidelines.Ensure local networking and infrastructure follow

global security and compliance standards .Scalability and Growth

Contribute to the

global expansion of Wayve’s infrastructure footprint , providing input on new sites, vendor engagement, and site readiness.Support

high-bandwidth environments

for data offload and development workflows used by AI and autonomy teams.What We’re Looking For

Core Skills and Experience

5+ years of experience in infrastructure, networking, or DevOps roles.Strong command of

networking protocols

(TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS), routing/switching, and enterprise networking platforms (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, MikroTik).Scripting ability in

Bash

and/or

Python

for automation and tooling.Modern version control experience (git or mercurial).Experience operating in hybrid

on-prem + cloud

environments (Azure preferred).Familiarity with

IT security best practices , including VPNs, endpoint controls, and certificate management.Proven experience with

Infrastructure-as-Code

(e.g., Terraform, Ansible).Problem Solving and Ownership

Enjoys

puzzle-solving

and building efficient, scalable systems.Takes initiative and operates independently in a

high-trust, low-oversight

environment.Able to manage and prioritize tasks across stakeholders and sites.Comfortable working across

time zones and cultures , especially UK-JP collaboration.Clear communicator who can document and explain technical concepts to engineers and non-engineers alike.Nice to Have

Exposure to fleet-based operations, data offloading infrastructure, or AI development environments.Certifications like Cisco CCNA, Juniper JNCIA, or equivalent are a plus.Wayve is an equal opportunity employer. This role is based in Japan and works closely with teams in London and globally. We encourage applicants from diverse ..... full job details .....