Data Center Engineer

Dexian Asia Pacific; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian Asia Pacific is seeking a dedicated server and hardware technician to maintain data center operations in Johor Bahru. You will handle server mounting, component replacement, OS-level checks, and on-site coordination with vendors.

The role requires a min Diploma in telecom/CS, hands-on data center experience, and the ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Mandarin is a plus for regional coverage.

Qualifications

• Min Diploma in Telecommunication/Computer Engineering or related fields.
• Hands-on experience in Data Center operations, familiarity with facility management, server hardware and network equipment.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Communicate outcomes with minimal supervision for day-to-day tasks.
• Fast-learning ability and willingness to pickup new skills and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Server mounting and handover acceptance checks.
• Server failure drill exercises.
• Dismantling servers for minimal configuration testing and on-site hardware replacement.
• Support out-of-warranty server issues.
• OS-level diagnostics and log collection for vendor escalation.
• Post-repair system configuration (DHCP, disk mounting, etc.).
• Network device maintenance and coordination with carriers/IDC providers.
• Production inventory management and spare parts control.
• Facility incident response and maintenance coordination with Data Center.</br>Structured cabling and labelling tasks as needed.
• Remote work support including VM host creation, IP provisioning, and access setup.
• On-site and coordination work with third-party suppliers and client teams.

Skills

Hands-on data center experience

Work under pressure

Independent with minimal supervision

Fast-learning

Mandarin is a plus

Education

Diploma in Telecommunication/Computer Engineering or related fields

Tools

VM management / Virtualization

Server hardware handling

Network equipment knowledge

Job description

• Minimum Diploma in Telecommunication/Computer Engineering or related fields
• Hands-on experience in Data Center operations, familiarity with facility management, server hardware and network equipment
• Work independently and have the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Work effectively with minimal direction or supervision for day-to-day tasks and communicate outcomes
• Fast-learning ability, willing to pick up new skills and technologies
• Proficient in Mandarin is a plus due to regional coverage

Server Maintenance

• Server mounting and handover acceptance checks
• Server failure drill exercises

Hardware Maintenance and Component Replacement

• Dismantling servers for minimal configuration testing
• On-site replacement of hardware components
• Supporting out-of-warranty server issues

Failure Incident Support and Diagnostics

• OS-level diagnostics (e.g. logging into systems to identify root causes)
• Pre-vendor triage (e.g. log collection and preparation for vendor escalation)

System Recovery and Configuration

• Post-repair system configuration (e.g. DHCP, disk mounting)
• OS-level repairs (e.g. disk remounting)

Network Device Maintenance

• Failure handling and request service
• Service equipment patrols and network equipment failure drill exercises
• Coordination with Carrier or IDC providers

Asset Management

• Production inventory management
• Spare units / parts inventory
• Storeroom and cabinet organisation
• Create and update server lists and documentation

Coordination with Data Center Facility

• Facility incident response and drill exercises
• Site environment checks or testing assistance
• Facility patrol and abnormality reporting
• Facility change or maintenance coordination

Structured Cabling and Asset Tagging

• Cabling project acceptance checks and validation
• Ad-hoc structured cabling and labelling work

Remote Work Support

• Handle Issuer internal system ticket tasks (Virtual Infrastructure)
• Create, modify, or cancel VM hosts or Vms
• Perform IP provisioning and network configuration
• Support virtual machine handover
• Provide system access for checks, log collection, and config restoration

Other On-Site and Coordination Work

• On-site technical assistance or local coordination with third-party local suppliers
• Coordination with logistics and client teams during business hours
• On-duty reports, documentation, and archiving