Low Level Virtualization Architect

TOP 3 5 NON-NEGOTIABLE SKILLS

1. 5+ years of experience in solutions architecture or working with infrastructure (blade chassis, and servers, hypervisors, storage and storage fabrics, backup solutions)
2. 5+ years of experience with VMware (NSX, vSAN, vSphere) and associate product range (see above) in enterprise environments
3. Thorough understanding of virtualization technologies & software-defined datacenter
4. Certification in one or more of the following: VCIX, VCAP, VCP, VCDX, CCIE, VMCE
5. Automation and IaC technologies such as Ansible, Terraform, or SaltStack
6. Consultative type approach, very experienced dealing with multiple stakeholders including executives

Role Description
Performs low-level design and implementation work that may include architecture analysis and design, system migration, and systems engineering
Responsible for the design and implementation of:
VMware VCF (VMware Cloud Foundation), both Brownfield and Greenfield
VMware VCF (Aria) Automation
Automation and IaC technologies such as Ansible, Terraform, or SaltStack
Proficiency in PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Javascript
Server virtualization & operations
vSAN, Storage, & SAN
VMware NSX and general virtual networking
VMware Tanzu/VKS solutions
Hyperconverged solutions
Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert on projects and workshops, overseeing the work of others and being accountable for the outcome of the project
Configuration and upgrade services within our customers environment
Serve as a mentor and provide guidance to other consultants and engineers within the team
Stay up to date and on top of top industry trends and offerings
Behaviors and Competencies
Problem-Solving: Can proactively identify and take ownership of complex problem-solving initiatives, initiate preventative measures, collaborate with others to find solutions, and drive successful outcomes.
Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information to diverse audiences, facilitate effective communication between others, and mentor others in effective communication.
Adaptability: Can work with others through change, help teams adapt to new directions, and create a culture open to change.
Leadership: Can work within complex team initiatives, collaborate with others in decision-making processes, and drive team performance.
Teamwork: Can work within and lead multiple teams, foster a cooperative environment and ensuring effective communication between team members.
Self-Motivation: Can take ownership of complex personal or professional initiatives, collaborate with others when necessary, and drive results through self-motivation.

Skill Level Requirements
Proficiency in working projects to completion, ensuring goals are met, and stakeholders are satisfied, while communicating project status to project leads
Ability to build and maintain robust systems and solutions by leveraging systems and infrastructure effectively
Ability to write, debug, and maintain code in various scripting and programming languages to automate tasks and develop software solutions
Ability to understand various infrastructure components (firewalls, load balancers, hypervisors, storage, monitoring, security) and use orchestration tools to develop comprehensive technical solutions
Extensive experience working on large scale IT projects related to deployment and configuration

Additional Requirements
Ability to build and maintain systems and solutions leveraging systems and infrastructure
Strong troubleshooting skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Strong analytical and research skills
Ability to collaborate with other consultants within the team
Strong project time management and communication skills
Consultative approach to deploying enterprise architecture
Certification in one or more of the following: VCIX, VCAP, VCP, VCDX, CCIE, VMCE

Other Requirements
Completed Bachelor s Degree or relevant work experience
5+ years of experience in solutions architecture or working with infrastructure (blade chassis, and servers, hypervisors, storage and storage fabrics, backup solutions)
5+ years of experience with VMware and associate product range (see above) in enterprise environments
5+ years of technical experience with increasing responsibility
Thorough understanding of virtualization technologies & software-defined datacenter