Data Center Network Engineer

Global Data Risk – Firm Description

Global Data Risk (GDR) is an international advisory and operational support firm that assists technology companies, investors, and infrastructure operators operating in complex or emerging markets.

Our team includes professionals with backgrounds

• mergers and acquisitions
• cybersecurity and digital infrastructure
• engineering and advanced computing
• regulatory and compliance advisory
• risk management

In addition to operational advisory services, Global Data Risk supports clients with M&A, strategic transactions, investment diligence, and infrastructure development initiatives, including:

• technology and infrastructure M&A transactions
• commercial and operational due diligence
• cross-border investment assessments
• market entry and partner vetting
• post-acquisition integration support

GDR frequently works with companies and investors involved in sectors such as:

• artificial intelligence infrastructure
• GPU computing platforms
• hyperscale data centers
• cloud and telecommunications infrastructure
• advanced technology supply chains

Our clients include technology companies, infrastructure investors, private equity firms, and operators building next-generation computing infrastructure.

For selected engagements, GDR also manages confidential recruitment and operational build-out efforts during early market entry phases.

In these situations, Global Data Risk serves as the front-facing recruiting partner, conducting candidate sourcing, vetting, and first-round interviews before introducing candidates to the client.

Description of the Confidential Client

Confidential AI Infrastructure Company

Global Data Risk is assisting a confidential international client with the launch of new operations in Malaysia.

The client develops and operates high-density computing infrastructure designed for artificial intelligence workloads, including:

• GPU training clusters
• high-performance computing platforms
• advanced data center infrastructure
• specialized cooling and power systems

The company operates multiple facilities across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe and provides infrastructure used for:

• artificial intelligence training
• machine learning workloads
• financial modeling
• scientific computing
• advanced cloud services

The Malaysian operation will support a new regional AI computing hub, forming part of the company’s broader expansion across Southeast Asia.

Due to the early stage of the project, the client’s identity is confidential and recruitment is being conducted through Global Data Risk.

Target Talent Pool

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience at organizations such as:

• hyperscale data center operators
• AI compute infrastructure companies
• telecommunications infrastructure providers
• large cloud platform operators

Candidates with experience supporting GPU compute clusters or high-density computing environments are especially encouraged to apply.

Key Positions (Operational and Mid-Level Roles)

These roles represent the first operational team for the Malaysian facility.

Data Center Network Engineer

Role Description

Responsibilities

• Maintain high-bandwidth network infrastructure
• Support low-latency GPU cluster networking
• Manage switches, routing, and fiber connectivity

Requirements

• Experience with high-capacity data center networks
• Knowledge of InfiniBand or high-speed Ethernet preferred

Location

Malaysia

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package consistent with international technology infrastructure projects.

Application Process

Candidates will initially be interviewed by Global Data Risk, which is managing recruitment for this confidential project.

• Shortlisted candidates could then be introduced to the client.