Sr. Engineer, IT Architecture

Yazaki North America, Inc.; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401K match

Tuition assistance

Generous holiday schedule

Job summary

A global automotive solutions provider is seeking a Senior Active Directory Engineer to join the IT team in Canton, MI. The role involves supporting Microsoft Active Directory and leading enterprise-level initiatives. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in Active Directory environments and strong knowledge of Windows Server and Azure AD. The company offers a collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and benefits including 401K match and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an Enterprise Active Directory infrastructure environment.
• Microsoft and Azure certifications preferred.
• Experience with AD FS and Windows security.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and implementation services for Microsoft Active Directory.
• Lead enterprise-level Active Directory initiatives.
• Install, configure, and maintain Active Directory.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Active Directory

Strong troubleshooting skills

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Windows Server

Azure AD/Entra ID

Job description

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: Canton, MI, USA

What we are looking for:

Yazaki is looking for a Sr. Active Directory Engineer to join our IT team in Canton, MI. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization while supporting enterprise-wide directory and identity management solutions.

What you will be doing:

• Provide support and implementation services for Microsoft Active Directory and Windows-based systems across the enterprise
• Lead enterprise-level Active Directory initiatives through implementation
• Own root cause analysis and serve as an escalation point for complex issues
• Install, configure, and maintain Active Directory and supporting technologies
• Perform system monitoring and follow change management processes

What you will bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, or 10+ years of related experience
• 10+ years of experience in an Enterprise Active Directory infrastructure environment
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, AD FS, Windows Server, Windows security, and Azure AD/Entra ID
• Microsoft and Azure certifications preferred
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a customer service and continuous improvement mindset

What we can provide you:

• A collaborative learning environment that will help you reach your maximum potential
• Opportunities to build your professional network
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.