Unix System Administrator

SWIFT; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in financial messaging services located in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a System Administrator to manage daily operations and maintenance of system infrastructure. You will install, configure, and troubleshoot software and hardware, ensuring system security and performance. A successful candidate should have a degree in computer science and 3 to 5+ years of relevant experience. The role offers a competitive package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive package

Diverse and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of proven experience in system administration.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, servers, and related hardware/software on RHEL OS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues promptly.
• Implement and enforce security measures to protect systems from unauthorized access or attacks.
• Monitor system performance to ensure compliance with performance requirements.
• Provide technical support to users as needed.

Skills

Strong technical skills in operating systems, network, and security

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Experience in managing and deploying secure environments

Knowledge of container platforms such as OpenShift, Docker, and AWS

Proficiency in Unix scripting and Ansible

Education

University degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

MuleSoft

Job description

ABOUT US

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever‑changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

The System Administrator Role

The System Administrator is responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of squad hosts and networks. This includes installing, configuring, and troubleshooting software and hardware, as well as ensuring system security and performance. The role also involves managing infrastructure requests handled by other teams, such as following up on firewall update requests. The candidate will work part of an existing System Engineers Chapter, with 2 days a week working at the office. The Swift office is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The successful candidate should be ready to travel in the EU and to work in shift when priority asks for it.

What to Expect:

• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, servers, and related hardware/software on RHEL OS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues promptly.
• Implement and enforce security measures to protect systems from unauthorized access or attacks.
• Monitor system performance to ensure compliance with performance requirements.
• Provide technical support to users as needed.
• Monitor MuleSoft API performance.
• Automate system administration tasks using Ansible.
• Install internal applications and set up proper monitoring.

Must Have:

• University degree in computer science or equivalent.
• 3 to 5+ years of proven experience in system administration.
• Strong technical skills in operating systems, network, and security.
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in managing and deploying secure environments.
• Knowledge of container platforms such as OpenShift, Docker, and AWS.
• Proficiency in Unix scripting and Ansible.
• Knowledge of MuleSoft is a plus.

What we offer

We put you in control of your career.

We give you a competitive package.

We help you perform at your best.

We help you make a difference.

We give you the freedom to be yourself.

We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.