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Data Center Operations Technician, Data Center Operations

Malaysia Amazon Estimated MYR 4,000–7,500 per month, potentially plus shift allowances, bonuses, and benefits*
Job Description

The Data Center Operations Technician supports the safe, reliable operation of Amazon data center facilities and equipment. Typical responsibilities include monitoring systems, carrying out hardware installation and replacement, responding to alarms, troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, network, and server issues, maintaining documentation, and following health, safety, and security procedures. Candidates generally need a technical qualification or equivalent practical experience, familiarity with computers, servers, cabling, and basic networking, and the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays. Amazon expects strong attention to detail, physical fitness for equipment handling, disciplined incident reporting, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. Experience in data centers, facilities operations, engineering, or the military is advantageous.

Company Info

Amazon is a global technology and commerce company founded in 1994. It operates online retail marketplaces, logistics networks, digital entertainment services, advertising platforms, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world’s largest cloud-computing providers. Amazon employs people in technology, operations, customer service, engineering, data centers, transportation, and corporate functions across many countries. Its data center teams support the physical infrastructure that enables AWS services, including servers, networking equipment, power systems, cooling, monitoring, and security. The company is known for a customer-focused and data-driven working culture, commonly organized around its Leadership Principles such as ownership, learning, operational excellence, and a high standard of performance. Benefits and working conditions vary by country, job level, and employment arrangement.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers opportunities in cloud computing, data centers, IT support, engineering, shared services, logistics, manufacturing, and technology consulting. Major employment hubs include Kuala Lumpur, Cyberjaya, Penang, and Johor, while Langkawi, Penang Island, and parts of Sabah and Sarawak provide a more relaxed island or coastal lifestyle. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences; English is widely used in professional settings. Living costs are generally moderate, though Kuala Lumpur and popular island areas can be more expensive. Public transport is strongest in major cities, while a car is useful elsewhere. Foreign employees normally require an Employment Pass arranged through the employer, subject to current Malaysian immigration rules. Candidates should confirm sponsorship, medical checks, tax obligations, accommodation, and relocation support before accepting an offer.

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