Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering, IT

Join to apply for the Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering, IT role at CLSA Responsibilities Prepare OS standard builds and test in-house tools on latest OS versions for RedHat Linux, Microsoft Windows and VMware products Review Storage and Database build standards and current practice Provide L3/L4 support for complex infrastructure and application issues across Linux, Windows, Kubernetes, VMware, DB, Storage and related platforms Deliver expert-level troubleshooting, issue resolution, and system optimization to ensure high availability and performance Collaborate with IT teams to resolve network, storage, and application issues Conduct performance tuning for diverse hardware platforms and operating systems to optimize resource utilization and system response times Evaluate new technologies and tools; lead Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives to assess their applicability and benefits for the existing platform Analyze current infrastructure to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement; propose and implement optimization strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and improve infrastructure solutions aligned with business needs Review and approve design plans, specifications, and technical documentation Ensure design documentation meets regulatory and compliance standards Engage with senior management to communicate technical strategies, project status, and risk mitigation plans Lead or participate in projects related to infrastructure upgrades, deployment, automation, and modernization initiatives Maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations, procedures, incident reports, and knowledge bases Analyze system and application data to identify trends, optimize performance, and support capacity planning Implement automation and scripting solutions for infrastructure optimization Requirements Degree holder in IT/Engineering or relevant disciplines Around 10 years of related experience in infrastructure and application components With certifications like Prince, PMP would be preferred Proven expertise as a Redhat Linux administrator with extensive hands-on experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Windows server environments and virtualization technologies, particularly VMware Practical experience with container orchestration and management using Kubernetes Deep understanding of Storage and databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MSSQL etc.) Expertise in performance tuning of hardware and operating systems across different platforms Ability to evaluate and conduct PoCs of new technologies and tools to enhance platform capabilities Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to articulate technical concepts to senior management and to collaborate across teams Strong data analysis and management skills, with the ability to interpret and leverage data for decision-making Project management experience, including planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a passion for technology and innovation Additional requirements Experience with databases and storage platform Experience with automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Ansible) Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Experience in Systems and Technical documentation Proficient in anchoring meetings, documenting minutes Excellent communication skills in English, with Chinese proficiency is a plus Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Finance and Information Technology We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr