Job Description
IT Senior Staff Engineer (IT Infrastructure)
Kulim, Malaysia

Sense the power of light

ams OSRAM is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on our deep understanding of the potential of light. By adding intelligence to light, we enable our customers to drive transformative applications. Our around 20,000 employees worldwide focus on innovation alongside the societal megatrends of digitalization, smart living, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Whatever your role is, you are a part of a talented team that enjoys exploring and designing new technologies.

Your new responsibilities

1. Storage Management:

  • Configure and manage NetApp storage solutions, including RAID arrays and Volumes (NFS/CIFS) in a NAS (Network Attached Storage) environment.
  • Monitor storage performance and capacity to optimize resource allocation.
  • Collaborate with NetApp and other relevant vendors to ensure efficient storage operations in a NAS-based infrastructure.

 

2. Virtualization:

  • Deploy and manage VMware vSphere environments.
  • Optimize virtualization performance, resource allocation, and high availability.
  • Troubleshoot VMware-related issues and ensure seamless virtual machine (VM) operations.

 

3. Server Hardware:

  • Administer server hardware, including installation, maintenance, and upgrades.
  • Collaborate with hardware vendors to ensure reliable server performance.
  • Implement security measures to protect server infrastructure.

 

4. Backup Solutions:

  • Design and implement backup strategies for critical systems.
  • Monitor backup processes and troubleshoot any issues to ensure data availability and integrity.
  • Collaborate with backup vendors and maintain backup infrastructure using Commvault as the primary backup tool.
  • Knowledge of Commvault backup and recovery solutions will be considered an advantage.

 

5. Linux Systems Administration:

  • Administer, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise Linux environments (e.g., RHEL, CentOS).
  • Perform system updates, patch management, and performance tuning on Linux servers.
  • Ensure secure and stable Linux systems operation in production environments.

 

6. OpenShift and Container Platforms:

  • Deploy, manage, and monitor containerized applications using OpenShift (or similar Kubernetes-based platforms).
  • Support CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration for scalable application deployment.
  • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure robust container infrastructure and automation.

 

7. Other Systems:

  • Maintain and support other IT systems (e.g., networking, security, databases).
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely resolutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall system reliability.


What we look for


  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, including storage, virtualization, and server hardware.
  • Proficiency in NetApp storage management and VMware vSphere administration.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux system administration (preferably RHEL-based distributions).
  • Experience managing and supporting OpenShift or other Kubernetes-based container platforms.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • ITIL knowledge such as IT Service Management, Project Management, Demand Management, Incident Management.
  • Knowledge in cloud computing, orchestration, and automation scripts (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
  • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and system management tasks.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.


Please contact Ronald Heon Lon Yip for further information via RONALD.YIP@AMS-OSRAM.COM or .

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.

Information at a Glance
Job ID:  21676
Posting Start Date:  9/11/25
Job Family:  Information Technology
Career Level:  Professional (> 3 years)
Company:  OSRAM OS Penang
Schedules:  Full Time
Work Model:  On-Site
Job Shift:  Flex time
Employment Type:  Regular
Department:  IT Frontend Kulim

Application deadline: As long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates. We look forward to receiving your application.