Cloud Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Migration Engineer with deep expertise in VMware on-prem to Google Cloud VMware Engine (GCVE) migration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and supporting the migration of virtualized workloads from on-premises environments or other hyperscalers to Google Cloud.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end VMware workload migration projects to Google Cloud VMware Engine (GCVE).
• Assess current on-prem VMware vSphere/vCenter/ESXi environments for migration readiness and compatibility.
• Design and implement migration strategies using VMware HCX, Googles Migrate for Compute Engine (GCE), or other native tools.
• Plan and execute cutover strategies with minimal downtime and impact to business operations.
• Configure and manage HCX interconnects, service mesh, and mobility groups for bulk VM migrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during and after migrations, including network, storage, and compatibility concerns.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure smooth workload transitions and post-migration optimization.
• Maintain detailed documentation of migration plans, architectures, and post-migration support procedures.
• Ensure compliance with security and governance standards throughout the migration lifecycle.
• Stay updated on best practices for hybrid cloud and Google Cloud-specific solutions like GCVE, GCE, and VPC-SC.