Data Center Engineer

JP Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JP Group in Malaysia is seeking a Data Center Engineer for on-site operation and maintenance of data center facilities in Petaling Jaya. You will monitor performance, perform routine inspections, and ensure uptime of servers, network devices, and power and cooling systems.

The role involves cabling and rack installations, coordinating hardware deployment and decommissioning, maintaining asset records, and providing technical support to internal teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in data center operations, monitoring, maintenance, and asset management.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and infrastructure issues.
• Proficient in structured cabling, cable management, and rack organization.
• Solid understanding of servers, storage, and networking concepts.
• Follow SOPs, maintain documentation, and work safely on-site.
• Strong communication and teamwork to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+/Network+) or IT degree is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor data center performance and uptime of critical systems.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on power, cooling, servers, and network devices.
• Handle cabling, rack installations, and hardware deployment/decommissioning.
• Maintain accurate asset and configuration documentation.
• Provide technical support and escalate issues as needed.
• Adhere to safety, security, and compliance standards.
• Support capacity planning and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Data Center Ops

Data Center Infra

Troubleshooting

Technical Support

Cabling

Servers & Storage

Networking

Teamwork & Documentation

Education

CompTIA Server+

CompTIA Network+

IT Diploma/Degree

Job description

Company Description JP Group is a growing organization focused on delivering reliable, high-performance technology and infrastructure solutions to its clients. The company values operational excellence, safety, and innovation in all aspects of its services. Team members are encouraged to collaborate, share knowledge, and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and systems. JP Group offers opportunities for professional development and exposure to modern data center environments. The company promotes a respectful, inclusive workplace where all employees can succeed based on their skills and contributions.

Role Description The Data Center Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of data center facilities in Petaling Jaya. This full-time, on-site role includes monitoring data center performance, performing routine inspections, and ensuring uptime of critical systems such as servers, network devices, and power and cooling equipment. The role involves handling cabling and rack installations, coordinating hardware deployment and decommissioning, and maintaining accurate documentation of assets and configurations. The Data Center Engineer will troubleshoot issues, provide technical support to internal teams and clients, and escalet[e] problems as needed to ensure timely resolution. The position also requires adherence to safety, security, and compliance standards while supporting capacity planning and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Data Center Operations and Data Center Infrastructure, including monitoring, maintenance, and asset management.
• Candidates should possess skills in Troubleshooting and Technical Support, with the ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and infrastructure issues.
• Candidates should possess skills in Cabling, including structured cabling, cable management, and rack organization.
• Strong understanding of server, storage, and networking concepts; experience with common data center hardware and tools is beneficial.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, maintain documentation, and work safely in an on-site data center environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate activities with cross-functional technical and operations teams.
• Relevant technical certification (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Network+, or equivalent) or diploma/degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or related field is an advantage.
• Willingness to work in shifts or on-call rotations, as required for data center operations and incident response.