Hybrid Cloud & Data Center Solutions Lead

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Job Description & Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hybrid Cloud & Data Center Solutions Consultant to lead the design, consultation, and implementation of modern infrastructure solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise in hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI), hybrid cloud platforms, and enterprise data center technologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with clients to assess needs, architect solutions, and ensure successful deployment and integration of infrastructure systems that support business agility, scalability, and resilience.

Responsibilities:

Solution Consultation · Engage with clients to understand business and technical requirements. · Conduct infrastructure assessments and gap analysis. · Design scalable, secure, and cost-effective hybrid cloud and HCI solutions. · Prepare solution architecture documents, BOMs, and implementation roadmaps. · Provide technical pre-sales support and participate in RFP/RFI responses. Implementation & Delivery · Lead end-to-end deployment of HCI and hybrid cloud solutions (e.g., VMware vSAN, Nutanix, Azure Stack HCI). · Configure and integrate compute, storage, and network components in data center environments. · Migrate workloads from legacy infrastructure to modern platforms. · Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies are in place. · Conduct system testing, validation, and performance tuning. Client Enablement & Support · Deliver technical workshops and knowledge transfer sessions. · Provide post-implementation support and documentation. · Collaborate with support teams to resolve escalated issues. · Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends. Required Skills & Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. · 5+ years of experience in infrastructure consulting, systems engineering, or cloud architecture. · Strong hands-on experience with: · Hyper-converged platforms (e.g., VMware vSAN, Nutanix, Cisco HyperFlex) · Hybrid cloud solutions (e.g., Azure Stack HCI, AWS Outposts, Google Anthos) · Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) · Enterprise storage and networking · Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Ansible). · Solid understanding of data center operations, security, and compliance. · Excellent communication, documentation, and client-facing skills. Preferred Qualifications: · Industry certifications such as: · VMware VCP/VCAP · Nutanix NCP/NCM · Microsoft Azure Administrator/Architect · AWS Solutions Architect · Experience with multi-cloud management and orchestration tools. · Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (IaC). · Exposure to enterprise backup, DR, and monitoring tools. · Experience in regulated industries (e.g., BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing).

Mandatory skill sets: Hybrid Cloud, Data Centre, HCI, Virtualization, Security and Compliance

Preferred skill sets:

Hybrid Cloud, Data Centre, HCI, Virtualization, Security and Compliance