Senior Data Engineer

FastLaneRecruit; Remote; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruiter seeks a Senior Data Engineer to join a client in the technology and logistics sector, supporting US operations while working remotely in Malaysia. The role involves critical production support for large-scale data platforms, ensuring compliance with US and European regulations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in data engineering, proficiency in SQL and Linux, and familiarity with Java and Spring Boot. Strong English communication skills are required, while Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in Malaysia.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or a related field.
• Strong experience supporting Big Data operations in production environments.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Linux systems and command-line operations.
• Experience with Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Strong command of English; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support and incident response for large-scale data platforms serving Europe and the US.
• Support, monitor, and troubleshoot data pipelines on modern data platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Handle ad hoc requests related to data operations and platform support.
• Contribute to improvement of system reliability and operational processes.

Skills

Data engineering

Big Data operations

SQL

Linux systems

Java

Spring Boot

English

Mandarin

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join our client in the technology and logistics platform industry, supporting US operations while working remotely in Malaysia. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the stability, compliance, and reliability of large-scale data platforms that serve international markets.

Due to the importance of user privacy and adherence to US and European compliance requirements, this position will collaborate closely with cross-regional engineering teams to provide production support and data operations excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support and incident response for large-scale data platforms serving Europe and the US.
• Support, monitor, and troubleshoot data pipelines running on top of modern data platforms.
• Collaborate with globally distributed engineering teams to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations such as GDPR.
• Handle ad hoc requests related to data operations and platform support.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of system reliability and operational processes.

Requirements

• Eligibility to work in Malaysia.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or a related field.
• Strong experience supporting Big Data operations in production environments.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Linux systems and command-line operations.
• Experience with Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Strong command of English; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.