Provide L2/L3 technical support for IoT platform issues, specifically ThingWorx applications, mashups, services, and data models .
Diagnose and resolve problems related to: Industrial connectivity ( Kepware/KEPServerEX , MQTT, OPC-UA, Modbus, REST APIs)
IoT gateways or edge devices
Data ingestion, device onboarding, and communication failures
Provide emergency responses to ensure high availability of application services in accordance with Service Level Agreements
Perform root-cause analysis and propose permanent fixes.
Monitor system performance, logs, and alerting dashboards to ensure optimal platform health.
Customer Interaction & Documentation
Respond to technical inquiries from customers via phone, email, and web.
Work directly with customers to understand issues and provide timely resolutions.
Document issue resolutions, standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Create documentation based on Knowledge Centered Service(KCS) to share knowledge and enable customer self-resolution.
Conduct product demos, training sessions, and onboarding workshops for clients.
Collaboration
Collaborate with IoT developers, solution architects, and QA teams to verify reported bugs.
Coordinate with industrial automation teams to test device connectivity and protocols.
Collaborate with domestic and international teams to resolve mission-critical issues.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of ThingWorx Platform -entities, mashups, services, data models, extensions, Value Streams.
Hands-on experience with industrial connectivity tools : Kepware/ThingWorx Industrial Connectivity
OPC-UA, Modbus TCP/RTU, MQTT, REST APIs
Familiarity with IoT gateways , edge computing platforms, and industrial controllers (PLC, SCADA).
Understanding of networking concepts: TCP/IP, firewalls, certificates, VPNs.
Basic scripting skills ( JavaScript, Python, or Java ) preferred.
Experience with PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, Azure SQL databases is a plus.
Soft Skills
Japanese: Business-level proficiency is required for customer service and internal communication.
English: Proficiency in reading, writing, and conversation is preferred (TOEIC score of 700 or higher is welcome; used for collaboration with overseas teams).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and customer-handling skills.
Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
Strong documentation and reporting abilities.
Requirements
ThingWorx Certified Developer / Support Engineer.
Experience working in manufacturing, industrial IoT, or automation environments.
Experience in consulting or technical SE roles is preferred.
Project management or Pre-sales experience is nice to have.
Korean Language.
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Job Title: IoT Technical Support Engineer, Senior
Location: Shanghai/Tokyo
Experience: 3-8 years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking a professional IoT Technical Support Engineer , Senior with practical experience in ThingWorx , industrial connectivity solutions, and IoT edge technologies. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues on IoT platforms, support integration with industrial devices, collaborate effectively with engineering teams, and maintain high system uptime. Technical Support Engineers apply their product knowledge and technical skills to resolve customer concerns, identify complex problems, troubleshoot efficiently, and recommend suitable solutions. They manage customer challenge resolution, working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure satisfaction. This role primarily serves customers in Japan , acting as a trusted technical advisor.
Ptc · Shanghai, China