Cloud Deployment Engineer/ DevOps Engineer

OM CONNECT SDN BHD (OpenMinds®); Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Malaysia seeks a Cloud Deployment Engineer to tackle complex challenges in Linux systems, database performance, and network reliability. Candidates must be adept with Kubernetes, have strong troubleshooting skills, and communicate effectively in Mandarin with clients. Experience in cloud platforms and relevant professional certifications is a plus. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering high-quality solutions in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Linux System Administration and major Linux distributions.
• Proven troubleshooting experience focusing on performance and connectivity.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain system performance for applications and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across database, network, and deployment.
• Assist in deployment and configuration of new applications and services.

Skills

Linux System Administration

Troubleshooting application support issues

Bash/Shell scripting

Database management

Kubernetes and virtual machines

Analytical skills

Education

Professional Certifications (RHCSA, RHCE, CKA, CKAD)

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Cloud Deployment Engineer who’s passionate about Linux systems and thrives on solving complex problems. In this role, you’ll dive into a variety of challenges from fine-tuning database performance and fixing network hiccups to troubleshooting deployment issues. You’ll get hands‑on experience with modern compute platforms like Kubernetes and virtual machines, while also working with different storage technologies.

Day-to-day Duties

• Monitor and maintain system performance to ensure the stability and reliability of applications and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to database performance, network connectivity, and deployment failures, including diagnosing problems at the underlying platform level (e.g., Kubernetes, virtual machines).
• Ensure that issues are resolved within the stipulated Service Level Agreements (SLAs), maintaining high standards of service delivery.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks in applications and infrastructure.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring incidents to develop long-term solutions.
• Improve monitoring solutions to proactively identify and mitigate issues before they impact services.
• Assist in the deployment and configuration of new applications and services, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Develop and maintain scripts for automation of routine tasks and monitoring processes.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to critical incidents as they arise.
• Analyze system logs and metrics to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
• Assist in capacity planning and performance tuning to ensure optimal resource utilization.

Successful candidates shall possess

• Strong expertise in Linux System Administration and/or Linux Operating System platform
• Major Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Red Hat) in System Admin role
• Proven experience in troubleshooting application support issues with a focus on performance and connectivity.
• Experience in Bash/Shell scripting or automation for system administration tasks.
• Solid understanding of database management and performance tuning.
• Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes and virtual machines.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across compute, storage, network, and database components.
• Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity; able to question existing processes and understand their implications.
• Self‑motivated learner who can operate autonomously with minimal guidance.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Rotational shift schedule across different time slots, with reasonable schedules shared in advance.
• Able to communicate effectively in Mandarin. This role involves daily communication with Mandarin-speaking clients.

Preferred skills

• Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Hands‑on knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their services.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and frameworks, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and containerization.
• Familiarity with Big Data lifecycle (Big Data management/ ingestion / processing / visualization) and the corresponding technologies (e.g., HDFS, YARN, Kafka, Spark, Flink, Hive, ELK)
• Completed professional certifications, such as:
  • Red Hat: Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
  • Kubernetes: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • Cloud-related certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)