Giin Chyuan Lim

Kenn Lim

Currently working in AirAsia Group/Capital A BHD

Lead, Site Reliability Engineer

About Me

As a passionate SRE/DevOps engineer, I thrive on leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges. My expertise spans diverse project deployments, including on-premise, cloud, and hybrid scenarios. I excel at optimizing processes through effective communication and strategic solutions.

With a comprehensive understanding of the software development lifecycle, I continuously seek ways to enhance system efficiency and reliability. My focus is on crafting practical solutions for daily deployment challenges and sharing innovative ideas within the team.

In my free time, I enjoy exploring new technologies and building side projects, further fueling my passion for innovation in the field.

Experience

Lead, Site Reliability Engineer, ICT Infrastructure

AirAsia Bhd | October 2022 - Present

Led a team of 2 members across multiple projects, focusing on streamlining deployment processes and enhancing productivity improvement.

Key Projects:

  1. Enterprise GitLab Implementation
    • Led the deployment of a self-managed GitLab instance, enhancing departmental version control and collaboration
    • Orchestrated migration from community to enterprise version, integrating with Active Directory
    • Established cross-departmental GitLab services and JIRA integration for streamlined ticket tracking

    Achievements:

    • Enhanced security and centralized version control across the Airline team
    • Mitigated code loss risks from independent developers
    • Strengthened IT audit compliance
  2. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Implementation
    • Architected and implemented Terraform and Ansible solutions with GitLab CI pipelines, optimizing server deployment processes
    • Developed and advocated for automation solutions, significantly improving team productivity
    • Conducted training workshops on IaC methodologies for server deployment and maintenance

    Achievements:

    • Reduced server provisioning time by 75%
    • Accelerated project delivery speed by 55%
    • Implemented version control for infrastructure changes, enhancing traceability and audit compliance
  3. Cloud Cost Optimization Platform
    • Developed a platform leveraging GCP recommender data and BigQuery for comprehensive cloud resource analysis
    • Implemented a user-friendly interface for operations team to manage cloud resources efficiently
    • Integrated Vertex AI/Gemini for advanced project analysis and recommendations

    Achievements:

    • Achieved 48% reduction in liability costs through strategic management of snapshots and images
    • Realized 24% cost savings through optimized VM sizing
    • Streamlined identification and elimination of unused cloud services

Senior DevOps Engineer, Smart Canopy

Entrypass Corporation | March 2019 - August 2022

Led a team of 2 members across multiple projects, focusing on project delivery and work with 3rd parties vendor during integration.

Key Projects:

  1. Smart Series Projects
    • Smart Visitor Management System
    • Smart Connect (API-based system integration tool)
    • Smart License Plate Recognition
    • Smart Dashboard

    Achievements:

    • Dockerized all smart series products, optimizing deployment processes
    • Conducted QA testing for API endpoints and implemented third-party integrations
    • Collaborated with external teams for project integration specifications
  2. MyEntrypass 360 Platform

    A unified platform for Entrypass legacy products, including web dashboard and mobile apps (iOS & Android)

    Responsibilities:

    • Managed AWS cloud SaaS deployments
    • Oversaw mobile app deployment processes
    • Integrated the platform with third-party access control systems
    • Maintained AWS web application hosting and server monitoring
  3. Smart Canopy

    An event awareness management system with AI automation

    Key Contributions:

    • Deployed projects with various third-party eco-partner systems
    • Managed on-site and remote deployments and support
    • Facilitated integration between Smart Canopy and legacy systems
    • Implemented container technology for Smart Canopy deployment
  4. Entrypass Legacy Systems

    Maintained and improved legacy visitor management and access control products

    Responsibilities:

    • Migrated cloud VMS from Digital Ocean to AWS hosting
    • Integrated VMS with third-party hardware
    • Conducted QA testing for Platform 1 API
    • Planned and deployed various access control projects

DevOps IT Engineer

DXC Technology | March 2018 - December 2018 (10 months)

  1. Responsible for maintaining Jenkins tools and providing L4 support for various applications

    Responsibilities:

    • Maintained Jenkins tools for internal and external developers
    • Provided L4 support and solutions for Jenkins clients
    • Managed client integration for MicroFocus Jenkins project
    • Oversaw Enterprise Product Experience Service (EPES) tools for HPE.com business team
    • Troubleshooted and provided solutions for HPE.com site incidents
    • Monitored EPES services to prevent downtime
    • Implemented automation scripts and tools (Monit, Slack, Nagios, etc.)
    • Created testing scripts using Selenium tools

Executive Operative

OSUKI ECommerce | August 2017 - December 2017 (5 months)

  1. Responsible for both frontend and backend of the ecommerce system

    Responsibilities:

    • Modified and enhanced current inventory system
    • Managed product syncing to several e-commerce marketplaces
    • Handled product management tasks

Lecturer

World of Robotics | May 2015 - August 2015 (4 months)

  1. Responsible for transfering logic knowledge and inspired kid to be more creative building

    Responsibilities:

    • Guided international high school students in using GameSalad (an indie game developer tool)
    • Conducted Robotic classes using LEGO MINDSTORMS Education Base Set & EV3 Core Set
    • Taught Android Mobile Computing Year 1 classes at Kingsley International School using MIT App Inventor 2

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science (General)

INTI International University & Colleges | 2013 - 2018

SPM & UEC

Chong Hwa Independent High School | 2006 - 2012

Skills

ITILv4 Google Cloud Platform (GCP) AWS Debian/Fedora/RedHat Docker/VMware Nginx Terraform/Ansible GitLab CI/GitHub Action Python/Streamlit Framework Web App Deployment/Lifecycle Linux Server Administration QA testing/Automation Database/Mongo/PG Project Management

Contact

LinkedIn: Kenn Lim