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Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. is a leading, international digital entertainment company that publishes video games for game consoles such as PlayStation 4, Xbox one, Nintendo Switch, as well as mobile games. The company’s popular franchises include Metal Gear Solid, Pro Evolution Soccer, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top titles. Konami also manufactures the wildly popular Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME, which has sold more than 25 billion cards worldwide. We are looking for talented people that have a passion for gaming and the skills and experience listed below.

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Hawthorne, CA

  • Mid-to-Senior IT Support Engineer

    Our company is in search of a highly skilled and dedicated Mid-Senior IT Support Engineer to become a valuable member of our team. In this position, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional IT support and maintaining our IT infrastructure. You will play a crucial role in identifying and implementing cutting-edge technologies to optimize the efficiency of our systems.

    Department: IT

    Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000
    Responsibilities:

    • Diagnose and resolve computer hardware, software, network connectivity (including VPN), printing, VoIP phone, or other IT-related issues efficiently.
    • Ensure prompt resolution of issues related to desktop applications, workstations, and related equipment with minimal disruptions.
    • Oversee server backups (on-site and cloud), network file restores, and disaster recovery preparedness.
    • Configure Active Directory and GPOs.
    • Demonstrate hands-on experience in supporting and managing Microsoft 365, MS Teams, or similar products on PC clients.
    • Support the installation, upgrade, or decommissioning of designated systems, products, and infrastructure.
    • Contribute to the research and selection of emerging technologies, recommending appropriate applications of information technology as needed.
    • Maintain up-to-date technical documentation for IT systems.

    Requirements:

    • Proficiency with Windows and Mac OS.
    • Proven experience in hardware, operating system, and application monitoring.
    • Familiarity with common networking protocols and features, DHCP, NAT, VLAN, access control list, Firewall, IDS/IPS, Load Balancing, High Availability, etc.
    • Experience in vulnerability detection and remediation and responding to security incidents.
    • Fundamental understanding of networking, including TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, SMTP, SNMP, and other relevant protocols.
    • In-depth knowledge of troubleshooting various client and network-related issues.
    • Working knowledge of virtualization, VMWare or equivalent.
    • Familiarity with Windows Scripting and Automation programming (PowerShell, Batch script, VB, JS, etc.).
    • Experience maintaining an MDM setting, such as Microsoft Endpoint (Intune), JAMF, Apple Business Manager, or Android Enterprise.
    • Proficiency in managing EDR, Antivirus, and Anti-malware software.
    • Eagerness to learn and utilize innovative technology platforms and cloud services.
    • Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
    • Team player, resourceful, and able to work well under pressure.
    • Strong commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
    • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. occasionally.
    • Linux administration experience is a plus.
    • Familiarity with IaaS (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
    • Japanese language skills are a plus.

    If you are passionate about IT support, eager to learn new technologies, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

    Please send your resume to kdehr@konami.com.

  • Sales Specialist

    This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Sales Team in the US, Canada, and Latin America region. The Specialist will handle day-to-day operations and needs of the Sales Team. The duties will require strong coordination, attention to detail, liaison and project management skills as well as implementing administrative systems and flows. The Sales Specialist will perform multiple reporting and administrative functions.

    Department Name: Card Business
    Reporting To Manager’s Position:     Sr Regional Sales Manager (Carl Naples)
    Job Level/Career Band: 2-5 years
    Full time
    Salary Range:     $77,000-$83,000

    Essential duties include but are not limited to the following:

    • Reconcile distributor Purchase Orders against Final Forecast
    • Submit Purchase Orders to Operations and validate for accuracy on SAP Back Order report
    • Check issued Proformas for terms, quantities, delivery dates, and other information
    • Submit order tracking to each customer per release and monitor shipping delays
    • Handle vendor payment processes, product damage credits and expense authorizations
    • Track MDF/Co-Op spend by all accounts to ensure within allowance
    • Creation of MDF programs through approved vendors and suggest promotions to increase brand awareness
    • Keep Organized Play team informed of distributor promotions
    • Work with Marketing and R&D team to obtain solicitation materials per the release calendar
    • Work with Sales team to create solicitations so they can be disbursed to all customers per the release calendar
    • Create and request SKU’s for each release/Prepare all price sheets for each release
    • Research and publish competitors release calendar
    • Create various approval requests using company approval workflow management system
    • Collect weekly sales results from vendors and distributors for weekly recap to management
    • Prepare and publish Performance, Sell-through, Liability, and Rate of Decay reports on a weekly basis
    • Research and publish competitors release calendar
    • Liaison with Design team for signage/PDQ requests
    • Assist special projects as requested by the Sales Managers
    • Manage schedules and conference calls for the Sales staff meeting
    • Support sales event activities with appointment scheduling and planning, etc
    • Order supplies and business cards requested by Sales Team
    • Provide administrative support on Sales contracts and agreements including NDA

     

    Writing Skills: Excellent writing skills, ability to communicate with customers with comprehensive emails and correspondence

    Math Skills: Proficient in Math and percentages to calculate discounts, sell through, and Rate of Decay

    Excel Skills: Intermediate Proficiency with focus on Pivot Tables and formula calculations

    Word Skills: Intermediate Proficiency

    PowerPoint Skills: Intermediate Proficiency

     

     

    Education:
    Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in the administrative field

     

    Work Experience:
    Minimum 3 years related skills and experience working in similar role.

     

    Computer / Technical Skills / Job Specific Skills:

    • Intermediate Level of Microsoft OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Power Bi
    • Knowledge of Retail Link and SAP highly recommended
    • Fluent in Japanese preferred but not required

     

    Work hours:

    • 8:00AM- 4:30PM
    • Regular and on-time attendance.
    • Occasional overtime based on department needs.

     

    Physical / Mental Requirements:

    • Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
    • Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis.
    • Able to perform general office administrative activities: copying, filing, delivering and using the telephone.
    • Able to lift and move up to 15 pounds occasionally.
    • Position can be high stress and extremely fast paced.
    • Ability to handle directive, assess situations, enter into dialogue and complete tasks.

     

    Supervision Requirements:
    Minimal:  Work receives general direction toward accomplishment of major program or project objectives.  Employee must draw on available resources to accomplish end result.  Manager reviews work for progress toward achievement of objectives.

    Dress code:
    Business Casual with occasional professional dress required.

    Travel Percentage:
    Less than 5% Travel is Predicted:  Employee must be flexible to the needs of the business.

    Personal Equipment:
    None

    Work Environment Hazards:
    None

    Please send your resume to nc.78974@konami.com; ng44854@konami.com

  • CALIFORNIA APPLICANT NOTICE AT COLLECTION AND PRIVACY POLICY

    Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. (“Konami,” “we,” or “us”) value the trust of our applicants and endeavor to protect the privacy of their personal information. The purpose of this California Applicant Notice at Collection and Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) is to notify California residents (“you”) of the processing of information that can reasonably be linked with them and that we collect, use, and disclose when they apply for a job with us (“Personal Information”).

    Notice at Collection

    We will not sell the Personal Information, including any Sensitive Personal Information, we collect. We also will not share it with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising.

    To view our full privacy policy, visit OUR PRIVACY POLICY.

    We may collect the Personal Information and Sensitive Personal Information categories listed in the following chart.

    Categories of Personal Information
    Identifiers, such as name, alias, postal address, unique personal identifiers, IP address that can reasonably be linked or associated with a particular California resident or household, email address, account name, online identifiers, and government-issued identifiers (e.g., Social Security number, driver’s license number)

     
    Personal information as defined in the California customer records law, such as name, contact information, signature, Social Security number, passport number; financial, education and employment information, physical characteristics or description

     
    Protected Class Information, such as characteristics of protected classifications under California or federal law, such as sex, age, gender, race, disability, medical conditions, citizenship, military/veteran status, gender identity and expression, primary language, political affiliation/activities, and immigration status
    Commercial Information, such as travel expenses
    Internet or network activity information, such as regarding our website or online application portal, timestamp information, and access and activity logs
    Geolocation Data, such as device location, approximate location derived from IP address
    Audio/Video Data. Audio, electronic, visual and similar information, such as photographs and call and video recordings
    Education Information subject to the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act such as student transcripts, grade point average, grades, academic standing, disciplinary records, and confirmation of graduation
    Employment Information. Professional or employment-related information, such as work history and prior employer, information from reference checks, work experience, qualifications, training and skills, work authorization, CV, résumé, cover letter, professional and other work-related licenses, permits and certifications held, and publicly accessible information posted on your professional social media accounts
    Inferences drawn from any of the Personal Information listed above to create a profile about, for example, an individual’s preferences,  characteristics, predispositions, and abilities
    Sensitive Personal Information. Government identifiers, such as Social Security Numbers, state identification card numbers, and driver’s license numbers.
    Citizenship, immigration status, racial or ethnic origin, or union membership.

     

    Purposes for the Collection and Use of Personal Information

    We may collect or use Personal Information for the purposes of operating, managing, and maintaining our business, sourcing talent and recruiting employees, and accomplishing our business purposes and objectives, including, for example, using Personal Information to:

    • Receive and process job applications;
    • Manage the candidate selection process;
    • Evaluate your suitability for the position(s) you are applying for;
    • Communicate with you about your application, respond to your inquiries, and notify you of applicable terms and policies;
    • Conduct reference checks;
    • Conduct background checks, consistent with applicable law;
    • Analyze and monitor the diversity of job applicants, in accordance with applicable law;
    • Subject to our discretion, make an offer to enter into an employment contract;
    • Contact you about future career opportunities;
    • Fulfill administrative functions, such as aggregate management reporting, statistical analyses, internal training, and as generally required to conduct our business; and
    • Comply with law, legal process, requests from governmental or regulatory authorities, internal policies and other requirements such as record-keeping, equal employment opportunity laws, work permit and immigration regulations, reporting obligations, and the exercise or defense of legal claims.
    • Whether retention is advisable in light of our legal position (such as in regard to applicable statutes of limitations, litigation or regulatory investigations).

     

    Privacy Policy

    Collection and Disclosure of Personal Information

    The following chart details which categories of Personal Information we collect and process, as well as which categories of Personal Information we disclose to third parties for our operational business and hiring and recruitment purposes, including within the 12 months preceding the date this Policy was last updated.

    Categories of Personal Information Disclosed to Which Categories of Third Parties for Operational Business Purposes
    Identifiers, such as name, alias, postal address, unique personal identifiers, IP address that can reasonably be linked or associated with a particular California resident or household, email address, account name, online identifiers, and government-issued identifiers (e.g., Social Security number, driver’s license number)

     

    		 Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Personal information as defined in the California customer records law, such as name, contact information, signature, Social Security number, passport number; financial, education and employment information, physical characteristics or description

     

    		 Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Protected Class Information, such as characteristics of protected classifications under California or federal law, such as sex, age, gender, race, disability, medical conditions, citizenship, military/veteran status, gender identity and expression, primary language, political affiliation/activities, and immigration status Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Commercial Information, such as travel expenses Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Internet or network activity information, such as regarding our website or online application portal, timestamp information, and access and activity logs Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Geolocation Data, such as device location, approximate location derived from IP address Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Audio/Video Data. Audio, electronic, visual and similar information, such as photographs and call and video recordings Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Education Information subject to the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act such as student transcripts, grade point average, grades, academic standing, disciplinary records, and confirmation of graduation Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Employment Information. Professional or employment-related information, such as work history and prior employer, information from reference checks, work experience, qualifications, training and skills, work authorization, CV, résumé, cover letter, professional and other work-related licenses, permits and certifications held, and publicly accessible information posted on your professional social media accounts Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Inferences drawn from any of the Personal Information listed above to create a profile about, for example, an individual’s preferences,  characteristics, predispositions, and abilities Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Sensitive Personal Information. Government identifiers, such as Social Security Numbers, state identification card numbers, and driver’s license numbers. Our affiliates; service providers that provide services such as recruiting, talent acquisition, employment screening and background checks, consulting, IT, and other services; professional advisors, such as lawyers;  public and governmental authorities, such as regulatory authorities and law enforcement; business partners
    Citizenship, immigration status, racial or ethnic origin, or union membership.

     

    We may also disclose the above categories of Personal Information to a third party in the context of any reorganization, financing transaction, merger, sale, joint venture, partnership, assignment, transfer, or other disposition of all or any portion of our business, assets, or stock (including in connection with any bankruptcy or similar proceedings).

    We do not “sell” or “share” your Personal Information, including your Sensitive Personal Information, as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act.  We have not engaged in such activities in the 12 months preceding the date this Policy was last updated.  Without limiting the foregoing, we do not “sell” or “share” the Personal Information, including the Sensitive Personal Information, of minors under 16 years of age.

    Sources of Personal Information

    We collect this Personal Information from you and from our affiliates, references you provide, prior employers or schools, recruiting and consulting firms, background check providers, social media networks, publicly available databases, and cooperative databases.

     

    Purposes for the Collection and Use of Personal Information

    We may collect or use Personal Information for the purposes of operating, managing, and maintaining our business, sourcing talent and recruiting employees, and accomplishing our business purposes and objectives, including, for example, using Personal Information to:

    • Receive and process job applications;
    • Manage the candidate selection process;
    • Evaluate your suitability for the position(s) you are applying for;
    • Communicate with you about your application, respond to your inquiries, and notify you of applicable terms and policies;
    • Conduct reference checks;
    • Conduct background checks, consistent with applicable law;
    • Analyze and monitor the diversity of job applicants, in accordance with applicable law;
    • Subject to our discretion, make an offer to enter into an employment contract;
    • Contact you about future career opportunities;
    • Fulfill administrative functions, such as aggregate management reporting, statistical analyses, internal training, and as generally required to conduct our business; and
    • Comply with law, legal process, requests from governmental or regulatory authorities, internal policies and other requirements such as record-keeping, equal employment opportunity laws, work permit and immigration regulations, reporting obligations, and the exercise or defense of legal claims.

    You may, subject to applicable law, make the following requests:

    1. You may request that we disclose to you the following information covering the 12 months preceding your request:
      1. The categories of Personal Information we collected about you and the categories of sources from which we collected such Personal Information;
      2. The business or commercial purpose for collecting Personal Information about you; and
      3. The categories of Personal Information about you that we otherwise disclosed, and the categories of third parties to whom we disclosed such Personal Information (if applicable).
    2. You may request to correct inaccuracies in your Personal Information.
    3. You may request to have your Personal Information deleted.
    4. You may request to receive a copy of your Personal Information, including specific pieces of Personal Information, including a copy of the Personal Information you provided to us in a portable format.

     

    We will not unlawfully retaliate against you for making an individual request. To make a request, please contact us at https://us-support.konami.com/ or 1-866-444-6528.  We will verify and respond to your request consistent with applicable law, taking into account the type and sensitivity of the Personal Information subject to the request.  We may need to request additional Personal Information from you, such as address, phone number, and previous employer information, in order to verify your identity and protect against fraudulent requests.  If you maintain a password-protected account with us, we may verify your identity through our existing authentication practices for your account and require you to re-authenticate yourself before disclosing or deleting your Personal Information.  If you make a request to delete, we may ask you to confirm your request before we delete your Personal Information.

    Right to Opt-Out of Personal Information Sales and Sharing

    You have the right to direct us to not sell or share your Personal Information for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes at any time (the “right to opt-out”). Please note that we do not currently engage in sales or sharing of Personal Information triggering such opt-out requirements.

    Right to Limit Disclosure or Use of Sensitive Personal Information

    You have the right to limit the disclosure or use of your Sensitive Personal Information that has been collected or processed with the purpose of inferring characteristics about you. Please note that we do not currently collect or use Sensitive Personal Information to infer characteristics about applicants triggering such limitation rights.

    If an agent would like to make a request on your behalf as permitted by applicable law, the agent may use the submission methods noted in the section entitled “Individual Requests.”  As part of our verification process, we may request that the agent provide, as applicable, proof concerning their status as an authorized agent.  In addition, we may require that you verify your identity as described in the section entitled “Individual Requests” or confirm that you provided the agent permission to submit the request.

     

    Diversity

    In certain cases we will ask questions about race/ethnic origin, gender, and disability of our job applicants, for monitoring equal opportunity.  We may also inquire about criminal records, where permitted by applicable law.  Otherwise, we ask that you avoid submitting information that may qualify as sensitive information under applicable law, except where such information is legally required.  We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we offer equal treatment to all job applicants consistent with applicable law.  We do not unlawfully discriminate, either directly or indirectly, based on characteristics protected by applicable law, such as: race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, beliefs or creed, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or genetic information in any area of recruitment.

     

    Applicant Obligations

    Any information you submit to us must be true, complete and not misleading.  Submitting inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading information may lead to a rejection of your job application during the application process or disciplinary action including immediate termination of employment.  In addition, it is your responsibility to ensure that information you submit does not violate any third party’s rights.  If you provide us with Personal Information of a reference or any other individual as part of your application, it is your responsibility to obtain consent from that individual prior to providing the information to us.

     

    Changes to this California Applicant Privacy Policy

    We may change or update this Policy from time to time.  When we do, we will communicate changes and updates to this Policy by posting the updated Policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

     

    Contact Us

    Please contact KDEHR@konami.com if you have any questions regarding this Policy.

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