System Engineer is responsible for servicing customers, both onsite & remotely. Including implementation, customization, integration, support, optimization of Information Management and Digital Transformation, and troubleshooting Canon related applications, such as Printing & Document Management Systems. The role focuses on document capture, intelligent document processing (OCR/AI), enterprise content management, document archiving, workflow automation, digital signatures, print management, and integration with business applications. The engineer will work closely with customers during pre-sales, project implementation, training, and post-sales support to ensure successful solution deployment and customer satisfaction.
The position plays a key role in expanding Canon's professional services capabilities and supporting the growth of software and recurring services revenue.
ResponsibilitiesPresales Support
Validate proposed solutions against customer requirements, Statement of Work (SOW), licensing requirements, hardware specifications and implementation effort.
Conduct technical discovery workshops and infrastructure assessments.
Analyze customer business processes, document workflows and print environments to recommend suitable solutions.
Identify implementation risks, technical dependencies and integration requirements.
Support sales teams during solution presentations, demonstrations, proof-of-concepts and customer workshops.
Provide technical consultation on Canon's software and solutions portfolio.
Assist in sizing, scoping and solution architecture design.
Recommend best practices for print management, document workflows and information governance.
Print Management Solutions
Install, configure and implement print management solutions such as uniFLOW, uniFLOW Online, PaperCut and related applications.
Configure secure printing, pull printing, Follow-Me Printing, mobile printing and guest printing solutions.
Configure authentication mechanisms including Active Directory, Azure AD, PIN, card readers and Single Sign-On (SSO).
Implement cost recovery, departmental charging, quota management and print accounting solutions.
Deploy secure scan-to-email, scan-to-folder and scan workflow solutions.
Configure reporting, auditing and compliance features.
Integrate print management solutions with multifunction devices and customer systems.
Conduct print fleet optimization assessments and deployment activities.
Information Management Solutions
Install, configure and support document management and enterprise content management solutions.
Configure document capture, scanning, OCR and Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) platforms.
Design and implement workflow automation and digital transformation solutions.
Develop indexing structures, metadata schemas and document retention policies.
Configure digital archiving repositories and information governance controls.
Implement electronic and digital signature solutions.
Configure forms, templates and validation workflows.
Integrate solutions with ERP, HRMS, CRM and other business applications.
Configure APIs, web services and data exchange mechanisms.
Develop custom reports, templates and business process workflows.
Perform data migration, system upgrades and solution enhancements where required.
Project Delivery & Customer Engagement
Conduct detailed requirements gathering workshops where necessary.
Ensure all project deliverables are completed according to agreed scope and timelines.
Document all customizations, integrations and configurations.
Conduct system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT).
Demonstrate completed solutions and obtain customer sign-off.
Deliver administrator and end-user training.
Provide go-live support and transition projects into support management.
Service Support Management
Provide remote and onsite solutions support to Canon customers in the three countries in which we operate directly as and when needed.
Escalate complex issues to the specialist in the regional office or via 3rd level support and be accountable until the issue is fully resolved.
Update documentation (changes, modifications, configurations, incidents for the solutions that are implemented during the post-sales stage.
Provide technical assistance and support to the field service engineers when needed.
Ensure adherence to SLA commitments and customer service standards.
Troubleshoot issues related to printing, scanning, OCR, workflows, authentication and integrations.
Perform health checks, preventive maintenance and solution optimization activities.
Monitor system performance and recommend improvements.
General/Specifics
Take overall functional and technical responsibility for assigned Solutions implementation and commissioning.
Attend training courses on nominated solutions as required.
Deliver effective training sessions for nominated Solutions to his field engineers’ colleagues when necessary.
Coordinate with Service Teams to Increase the Connectivity ratio of Canon Devices to e-Maintenance
Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, industry trends and Canon software solutions.
Attend vendor certification and product training programs.
Share knowledge and conduct internal training sessions for colleagues.
Support initiatives that increase software adoption and recurring services revenue.
Promote Canon's professional image through excellent customer engagement and technical expertise.
Must have/be:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field (or the equivalent)
- 5 or more years of experience in related IT position (consulting experience a plus)
- Demonstrates proficiency in a variety of hardware & software & expertise in a variety of the IT industry’s concepts, practices & procedures
- Experience implementing and supporting enterprise software solutions in customer environments.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022 and later).
- Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP and authentication services.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, SMTP, SSL/TLS, SNMP and network troubleshooting.
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server installation, administration, backup and troubleshooting.
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 and cloud-related technologies.
- Experience implementing Print Management Solutions.
- Experience implementing Document Management or Enterprise Content Management Solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Valid GCC driving license.
Preferred Technical Experience
Print Management Solutions
- uniFLOW
- uniFLOW Online
- PaperCut MF
- PaperCut Hive
- SafeQ
- Equitrac
Information Management Solutions
- Therefore™
- Therefore Capture
- Kofax / Tungsten Automation
- ABBYY FlexiCapture
- DocuWare
- M-Files
- OpenText
- Laserfiche
Workflow & Automation
- Microsoft Power Automate
- Nintex
- SharePoint Online
- Power Platform
Digital Signature Platforms
- Adobe Sign
- DocuSign
- SigniFlow
Scripting & Integration Skills
- Experience with PowerShell scripting.
- Knowledge of Python, JavaScript or similar scripting languages.
- Experience working with REST APIs and Web Services.
- Understanding of JSON, XML and system integrations.
- Ability to troubleshoot logs, services and application integrations.
- Familiarity with database queries and SQL reporting.
AI & Intelligent Automation
- Exposure to Artificial Intelligence technologies within Information Management environments.
- Experience with Intelligent Document Processing (IDP), document classification and automated data extraction solutions is an advantage.
- Understanding of AI-driven workflow automation and document understanding technologies.
Preferred Certifications
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.
- Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals.
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer or equivalent.
- ITIL Foundation.
- uniFLOW Certification.
- PaperCut Certification.
- Therefore Certification.
- ABBYY Certification.
- Kofax / Tungsten Certification.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent
- At least 5 years of experience in a related IT position
- Experience implementing and supporting enterprise software solutions in customer environments
- Proficiency in varied hardware, software, and IT concepts, practices, and procedures
- Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows Server environments
- Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and authentication services
- Knowledge of TCP/IP networking, SMTP, SSL/TLS, SNMP, and network troubleshooting
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server installation, administration, backup, and troubleshooting
- Experience with VMware or Hyper-V virtualization technologies
- Experience with Microsoft 365 and cloud technologies
- Experience implementing print management solutions
- Experience implementing document management or enterprise content management solutions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Valid GCC driving license
- Experience with uniFLOW, PaperCut, SafeQ, or Equitrac
- Experience with Therefore, Kofax, ABBYY FlexiCapture, DocuWare, M-Files, OpenText, or Laserfiche
- Experience with Power Automate, Nintex, SharePoint Online, or Power Platform
- Experience with Adobe Sign, DocuSign, or SigniFlow
- PowerShell scripting experience
- Knowledge of Python, JavaScript, or similar scripting languages
- Experience with REST APIs and web services
- Understanding of JSON, XML, and system integrations
- Experience troubleshooting logs, services, and application integrations
- Familiarity with database queries and SQL reporting
- Exposure to AI technologies in information management environments
- Experience with intelligent document processing, document classification, and automated data extraction
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification
- Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals certification
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer or equivalent certification
- ITIL Foundation certification
- Relevant vendor certifications, including uniFLOW, PaperCut, Therefore, ABBYY, or Kofax
Canon Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options in the U.S., alongside added support via a dedicated health insurance society in Japan. Wellbeing resources and personal health consultant access are also highlighted within certain plans.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company match in the U.S. and corporate pension arrangements in Japan. Disclosures describe both defined-benefit and defined-contribution elements that supplement national systems.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-support policies in Japan extend childcare leave, caregiver leave, and reduced-hour schedules beyond legal minimums. Several group companies have earned government accreditation for family-friendly practices and promote active paid-leave usage.
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Canon Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leader in the fields of professional and consumer imaging equipment, industrial equipment and information systems. Canon’s extensive range of products includes production printers, multifunction office systems, inkjet and laser printers, cameras, video and cinematography equipment, network cameras, medical systems and semiconductor-manufacturing equipment. Originally established in 1937 as Precision Optical Industry, Co., Ltd., a camera manufacturer, Canon has successfully diversified and globalized to become a worldwide industry leader in professional and consumer imaging systems and solutions. With approximately 180,000 employees worldwide, the Canon Group includes manufacturing and marketing subsidiaries in Japan, the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania; and a global R&D network with companies based in the United States, Europe, Asia and Australia. Visit the Canon Inc. website at: global.canon








