Platform Engineer

Soft Space; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, implement, and maintain their network, server, and cloud systems. The role is vital for ensuring security compliance and 24/7 reliability. Candidates should have a background in network infrastructure and cloud services, along with a degree in Computer Science. This position requires on-call support and collaboration with various teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent required.
• Experience in network infrastructure and server administration is essential.
• Deep understanding of PCI DSS compliance is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain server and network infrastructure.
• Administer Windows and Linux servers for optimal performance.
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS and provide 24/7 support.

Skills

Network infrastructure management

Server administration

Cloud infrastructure design

Troubleshooting

Security compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Nutanix Prism

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Overview

As a Platform Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain the network, server, and cloud systems that support the organization’s critical operations. This role demands a strong focus on security compliance (especially PCI DSS), high availability, and 24/7 reliability, including standby/on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain server/network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, hypervisors, backup systems).
• Administer Windows and Linux servers for optimal performance.
• Design and manage scalable cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS and other security standards.
• Provide 24/7 technical support and participate in standby/on-call rotations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align IT systems with business needs.
• Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures.
• Deliver managed IT services with proactive monitoring and support.
• Execute Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery processes.
• Analyze service performance data and recommend improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must-Have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experience in network infrastructure, server administration, and system maintenance.
  • Deep understanding of PCI DSS, vulnerability management, and threat mitigation.
  • In-depth knowledge of hypervisors (e.g., Nutanix Prism, VMware, Hyper-V).
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Availability for on-call/shift work to ensure 24/7 support coverage.
• Nice-to-Have:
  • Experience with server and network hardware setup and maintenance.
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure setup and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) for cryptographic key management.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with development, security, and other IT teams.