We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining our critical infrastructure, with a primary focus on Cisco UCS and VMware technologies. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise, a strong understanding of virtualization and converged infrastructure principles, and a proven track record of delivering complex projects. This is a hands-on role requiring strong troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and excellent communication abilities. Fully remote as contractor, once the client converts to permanent you must be able to work some days onsite in Bangalore, Karnataka 560075 Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer-Level 3 Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months contract to Hire Location: Bangalore, Karnataka (Remote) Timing: 08:00 AM PST - 05:00 PST We require individuals to join without delay, ideally within the next two weeks. Senior Systems Engineer-Level 3 Fully Remote About the Role: Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage Cisco UCS infrastructure, including blade and rack servers, fabric interconnects, UCS Manager and Cisco Intersight. Administer and deploy localized VMware vSphere environment, encompassing vCenter Server, ESXi hosts. Develop and maintain automation scripts (PowerCLI, Python, etc.) to streamline infrastructure management tasks and improve operational efficiency. Collaborate with other IT teams (networking, storage, security) to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems and processes. Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Cisco UCS, VMware, and related technologies. Implement and maintain security best practices within the virtualized environment. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Minimum of 7 years of experience in systems engineering with a strong focus on Cisco UCS and VMware vSphere. Expert-level knowledge of Cisco UCS architecture, configuration, and management. Deep understanding of VMware vSphere architecture, including vCenter Server, ESXi, vSAN, and vMotion. Experience with Pure Storage, iSCSI and Fibre Channel is highly desirable. Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerCLI and Python is a plus. Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching). Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Thrives at working autonomously while maintaining accountability and delivering high-quality results. Relevant certifications such as VCP-DCV, VCAP-DCV, CCNA Data Center, or CCNP Data Center are highly desirable. Shashi Parashar Talent Acquisition Manager - - Mobile: 995- 355-9743 - sparashar@calance.com - Calance Jobs: www.calancejobs.com - Corporate: www.calanceus.com
