VMware Consultant

As a VMware Consultant at Stefanini Group, you will play a crucial role in configuring VMware environments on Google Cloud VMware Engine (GCVE) and facilitating the seamless migration of applications from customers" on-premise environments to GCVE. Your expertise in VMware virtualization technologies and solid background in IT infrastructure and cloud solutions, particularly on Google Cloud Platform, will be instrumental in delivering high-quality solutions that meet our clients" business needs. Your responsibilities will include: Infrastructure Design and Implementation: - Design, implement, and manage VMware vSphere, vCenter, and other VMware products to support virtualization requirements. - Evaluate existing infrastructure, recommend best practices, and ensure alignment of VMware solutions with business objectives. Project Planning and Execution: - Engage in client discussions to gather requirements, develop design documents, and contribute to project plans. - Manage project timelines and deliverables, collaborating with client teams for a smooth implementation process. System Monitoring and Optimization: - Monitor virtualized environments to maintain optimal performance, availability, and security. - Conduct regular health checks, performance tuning, and capacity planning for VMware solutions. - Develop VMware runbooks for ongoing operations on GCVE. Troubleshooting and Support: - Diagnose and resolve VMware-related issues, collaborating with clients to address escalated support cases. - Provide expert guidance and support during critical incidents and outages. VMware Migration: - Hands-on experience with VMware mass migration, preferably from on-premise VMware to GCP or AWS. - Demonstrate technical expertise in migrating VMs using Vmware technologies such as Vmotion, NSX, HCX, VMware SDDC, NSX-T, HCX, and vROps. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: - Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides. - Conduct training sessions for client IT staff as required. To excel in this role, you should bring: - Proven track record of enterprise IT consulting experience. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. - VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or higher certification (VCAP, VCDX) is highly desirable. - 5-8 years of hands-on experience in VMware environments, including various technologies like Active Directory, HCX, NSX, vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, vROps, and more. - Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components related to virtualization, such as storage, networking, and security. - Experience with automation and scripting tools like PowerCLI, Ansible, or Terraform. - Familiarity with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies within VMware environments. - Excellent communication skills and client-facing capabilities. - Proven troubleshooting skills and ability to handle complex issues under pressure. - Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud architectures. - Familiarity with Linux/Windows server administration and Active Directory integration with VMware. - Experience in migration of Oracle databases on VMware is highly desirable. Desirable Skills: - Experience in deploying and managing public cloud migrations from VMware. - Background in the financial services sector. - Professional and/or Specialty level cloud certifications. - Expertise in migration of Oracle databases on VMware.,