09 - Senior Lead Engineer, Systems/Applications Design

Celestica; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Senior Lead Engineer in Systems/Applications Design to lead design activities for server, storage, and Ethernet switch systems. You will review customer requirements, coordinate with engineers, and ensure project success.

The role requires 6–8 years of relevant experience, a bachelor degree or equivalent, and the ability to mentor junior staff, create test plans, and drive issues to closure. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in design engineering.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience mentoring associates and leading small teams.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand server, storage and Ethernet switch configurations and architecture.
• Lead smaller projects and coordinate with other engineers.
• Create system-level test plans and document results.
• Drive Jira issues to closure and report progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Server configuration

Storage systems

Ethernet switches

Technical leadership

System design

Education

Bachelor degree

Equivalent experience

Job description

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09 - Senior Lead Engineer, Systems/Applications Design

Date: Oct 31, 2026

Location: Penang, 07, MY

General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Design Engineering Systems Applications
SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-DSA
Job Level: Level 09
IC/MGR: Individual Contributor
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

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Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Understanding server, storage and/or Ethernet switch basic configuration and architecture.
• Able to fully exercise theories/concept/flow and independently decides and execute course of action.
• Review and interpret customer documentation, conduct appropriate research, analysis and experiments with minimal direction from senior staff.
• Requires no/minimum supervision for daily execution
• Lead smaller projects and coordinate with other engineers to make the project a success.
• Provides supervision to associate engineer and coaching them on daily tasks, including providing recommendation to problem solving. Ability to lead small task force for simple to medium complexity tasks
• Understanding technical proposals (solution and timelines) based on requirements and create the system level test plan.
• Test, simulate and measure (including troubleshooting) the performance of systems
• On the top all the JIRA issues and drive them to closure.
• Keep up to date with relevant industry knowledge and regulations
• Solve complex problems
• Liaison with suppliers, customers, contractors, and other internal teams.
• Analyze and interpret data and information
• Recommend system modifications
• Create reports and documentation

Refer to technical skills below

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• 6 to 8 years in a similar role or industry.

Typical Education

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advantages. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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