Senior Engineer (L2)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group's Technology Division is partnering with a new venture who is authorised to act as the sole provider of a respective Google technology within Malaysia. Our esteemed client is seeking an experienced professional to be Senior Engineer (L2 Support)

Job Responsibilities:
Advanced Technical Support & Troubleshooting:

  • Provide second-level technical support to internal users for complex GDC-related issues, including compute, storage, networking, platform services, and application integration.
  • Investigate and diagnose complex technical problems escalated from L1 support, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques, log analysis, and performance monitoring tools within the constraints of the air-gapped environment.
  • Identify root causes of complex issues and develop effective solutions, working closely with engineering and development teams as needed, adhering to strict escalation procedures and secure communication protocols.
  • Develop and maintain deep expertise in troubleshooting common and uncommon GDC issues, configurations, and integrations.

GDC Platform Mastery:

  • Maintain expert-level knowledge of GDC architecture, components, and services, including compute engine, persistent disk, virtual private cloud (VPC), load balancing, identity and access management (IAM), Kubernetes Engine, and other relevant services.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest GDC features, updates, and best practices, adapting to the constraints of information access.
  • Develop and maintain expertise in advanced GDC configurations, integrations, and performance optimization techniques.

Incident Management & Collaboration:

  • Lead the investigation and resolution of critical incidents, coordinating with L1 support, engineering, and development teams within the air-gapped environment or through secure communication channels.
  • Participate in incident management processes, ensuring timely communication, accurate logging, and effective problem resolution.
  • Collaborate effectively with other technical teams to resolve complex issues and implement long-term solutions.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing:

  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of comprehensive documentation, including advanced troubleshooting guides, knowledge base articles, and best practices.
  • Mentor and train L1 support engineers, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance the overall team capabilities.

Performance Analysis & Optimization:

  • Analyze GDC system performance and identify areas for optimization.
  • Develop and implement performance tuning strategies to ensure optimal performance and resource utilization.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to address performance bottlenecks and improve system efficiency.

Security Awareness & Compliance:

  • Adhere to all security policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
  • Report any suspected security incidents or vulnerabilities to the appropriate teams.
  • Maintain a strong awareness of security best practices and their application.

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in IT support or system administration, with a strong focus on cloud computing platforms.
  • Proven experience supporting Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud environments is required.
  • Experience with Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) is highly desirable and experience supporting air-gapped or isolated environments is a significant advantage.
  • Google Cloud certifications (e.g., Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect, Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Engineer) are highly desirable.
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools is a strong plus.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager.
  • Deep understanding of Linux operating systems and command-line interface.
  • Expert-level troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.