At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Senior Infrastructure 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 Infrastructure Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Design, implement, and manage virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Azure Local), covering cluster configuration, VM lifecycle, host management, and storage integration.

• Maintain and support Windows and/or Linux systems, including patching, tuning, configuration, and executing upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning for compute platforms.

• Oversee data centre operations and enterprise infrastructure, including physical servers, racks, environmental checks, SAN/NAS storage, and backup/DR systems to ensure availability and business continuity.

• Monitor and troubleshoot performance and availability issues across virtual and physical environments, ensuring compliance with security baselines and operational standards.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with network, security, and application teams, maintain accurate documentation, and participate in on-call rotations for critical incident response.

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

• 5+ years of hands-on IT infrastructure experience with deep expertise in virtualization and platform administration across VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V, including clustered deployments and VM lifecycle management.

• Strong proficiency in Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022,2025), with additional experience in Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) for cross-platform support.

• Skilled in scripting and automation, preferably using PowerShell, to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.

• Solid understanding of enterprise storage systems (SAN/NAS) and virtualization networking concepts (VLANs, vSwitches, distributed switches).

• Experienced in infrastructure monitoring and troubleshooting, using tools like vROps, SolarWinds, with strong analytical skills for managing production environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• VMware VCP certification or Microsoft Certified

• Familiarity with Azure Local (HCI), VMware Solution, or hybrid cloud infrastructures.

• Experience in backup and replication tools like Veeam.

• Exposure to infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

• Experience supporting enterprise patching, WSUS/SCCM, Azure Update Manager or vulnerability management tools.

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.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

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