Senior Cloud Engineer

Johnson Matthey Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Sdn Bhd is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer in Malaysia to drive Azure environments, IaC automation, and cloud governance. You will manage Azure subscriptions, VNets, storage, and compute, implement Terraform and Bicep templates, and collaborate with security and network teams.

This 1-year renewable contract requires 3-5 years Azure experience, willingness to work APAC/EMEA shifts, and ability to document and optimize cloud operations while supporting migration initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure administration and cloud operations.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and/or Bicep to automate Azure deployments.
• Familiarity with Azure governance and security controls (Azure Policy, PIM, Entra ID RBAC).

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Microsoft Azure environments, ensuring availability, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and maintain IaC templates with Terraform and Bicep for automated provisioning.
• Support cloud architecture, landing zone setup, governance, and policy alignment.
• Manage patch compliance across Azure workloads using Azure Update Manager and PIM.
• Monitor resource health, troubleshoot incidents, and participate in on-call rotations.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, network, and security teams and maintain documentation.

Skills

Azure administration

Cloud operations

Terraform

Bicep

Azure Policy

PIM (Privileged Identity Management)

PowerShell

Azure CLI

RBAC

Networking basics

Azure Monitor

Log Analytics

Hybrid cloud

Documentation

Tools

Azure Monitor

Log Analytics

Azure Update Manager

Job description

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation. You’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern society and enhancing lives - as we continue to apply, refine and recycle metals that matter, for a healthier and more resilient future.

Please note that this is a 1-year renewable contract position and candidates must currently be based in Malaysia with valid work rights as work visa sponsorship will not be provided.

The role

As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

Administer and support Microsoft Azure environments, including subscriptions, resource groups, virtual networks, storage, and compute resources, ensuring availability, performance, and cost efficiency.

Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using Terraform and Bicep to automate provisioning, configuration, and consistent deployment of Azure resources.

Support cloud architecture and design activities, contributing to landing zone setup, resource governance, and alignment with the Azure Well-Architected Framework.

Manage patch compliance across Azure workloads using Azure Update Manager and support access and policy governance through Azure Policy and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).

Monitor cloud resource health and performance, troubleshoot incidents, and participate in on-call rotations for critical cloud incident response.

Collaborate cross-functionally with infrastructure, network, and security teams, maintain accurate documentation, and support hybrid cloud and migration initiatives.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role

Able to commit to a one-year contract (renewable)

Comfortable to work in an APAC & EMEA shift model

3-5 years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure administration and cloud operations, including resource provisioning, identity/access management, and networking basics (VNets, NSGs)

Practical, working experience with Infrastructure as Code tools, particularly Terraform and/or Bicep, for automating Azure deployments (deep architect-level IaC expertise is not required)

Working knowledge of Azure governance and security controls, including Azure Policy, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Microsoft Entra ID (RBAC, Conditional Access)

Familiarity with Azure Update Manager or equivalent tools for patch and compliance management across cloud workloads

Intermediate scripting ability (PowerShell and/or Azure CLI) to support automation and day-to-day operational tasks

Exposure to cloud architecture concepts and a willingness to develop further design and solutioning skills under mentorship.

Clear verbal and written communication

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to Microsoft AI Foundry or Azure AI/ML services (advantageous, not mandatory).

Familiarity with hybrid cloud technologies such as Azure Local or Azure Arc, and their integration with on-premises infrastructure.

Experience with Azure monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics).

Understanding of ITIL-aligned change, incident, and problem management processes.

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.