Sephora Technical Operations Manager

Shanghai • China

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Sephora, a leader in global beauty retail, is part of the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton conglomerate, known for its luxury goods. As an employer, Sephora is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and employees are empowered to reach their full potential. The company values innovation and creativity, offering a dynamic workplace where individuals can thrive.

1. Oversee the maintenance and deployment of IT systems, including configuration, backup, and detection.
2. Manage and analyze system log information for maintenance and backup.
3. Collaborate with the team for daily system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
4. Respond swiftly to production issues, conducting analysis and recovery.
5. Establish and refine maintenance processes, standards, and KPIs.
6. Coordinate critical incident management with relevant parties.
7. Develop solutions and documentation to support operations and facilitate knowledge sharing.

1. 10+ years of experience as a maintenance manager in medium-to-large multinational enterprises.
2. Proficiency in Linux systems and familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and other virtualization technologies.
3. Experience with monitoring tools such as ELK, ARMS, and Prometheus.
4. Strong background in system development and programming languages including Java, Python, NodeJS, SQL, JavaScript, and HTML5.
5. Ability to lead system troubleshooting and recovery efforts with development teams.
6. Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills.

1. Strong communication and coordination abilities.
2. Project management and presentation skills.
3. Teamwork and problem-solving capabilities.
4. Self-driven learning ability and a passion for continuous improvement.
5. Experience in eCommerce application maintenance is advantageous.
6. Fluency in English is a plus.
7. Experience in the FMCG industry is beneficial.

A minimum of 10 years in a technical operations or maintenance management role within a multinational company.

The role offers a community that values authenticity and diversity, a culture of empowerment and growth, and fulfilling work that makes a difference in the industry.

Sephora's workplace culture is one of empowerment, learning, and growth, where employees are provided with the tools and opportunities to innovate and lead. The company embraces authenticity and diversity, fostering a community where differences are celebrated and contribute to collective success.