Sr Solutions Engineer - Infrastructure

Celestica Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. in Toronto, ON is seeking a Sr Solutions Engineer - Infrastructure with deep Nutanix, VMware and Windows expertise. The role designs, builds, and maintains hybrid cloud and on‑prem environments, leading modernization efforts and aligning IT with business goals.

You will manage virtualization platforms, lead migrations and upgrades, and oversee security, DR and performance enhancements while guiding project teams and vendors. Travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of solution integration and IT infrastructure architecture experience.
• Deep Nutanix AHV/ACOS, Prism Central and Windows Server expertise.
• Proven VMware vSphere, NSX, vSAN and related virtualization skills.
• Strong vendor and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable, secure enterprise infrastructure designs using Nutanix, VMware and Windows Server.
• Lead virtualization platforms management, capacity planning and optimization.
• Oversee hybrid cloud integration bridging on-prem and cloud environments.
• Administer Windows Server, AD, DNS/DHCP, and core services.
• Drive data center migrations, OS upgrades with minimal downtime.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot complex incidents and improve resilience.
• Implement security baselines, DR strategies and patch cycles.
• Manage projects, coordinate teams, and guide implementation efforts.
• Lead teams as a technical manager and coordinate with vendors.
• Travel up to 30% as required.

Skills

Nutanix

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

Hybrid cloud

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

PowerShell

PowerCLI

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

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Sr Solutions Engineer - Infrastructure

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Summary

The Sr. Solutions Engineer - Infrastructure with expertise in Nutanix , VMware, and Windows designs, builds and maintains hybrid cloud and on-premises enterprise environments. Will lead infrastructure modernization, manage virtualization platforms, ensure high availability, and align IT systems with business goals

Detailed Description

Architecture & Design: Design scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise architectures using Nutanix, VMware, and Windows Server ecosystems.

Virtualization & Hypervisor Management: Manage and optimize Nutanix AHV environments and VMware vSphere/ESXi, including cluster expansion and resource allocation.

Hybrid Cloud Integration: Bridge on-premises data centers with cloud environments using Nutanix Cloud Clusters, HyperV or VMware Cloud solutions.

Windows Administration: Oversee Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, Group Policy, and core Microsoft enterprise services.

Migration & Upgrades: Lead complex data center migrations, hypervisor conversions, and operating system upgrades with minimal downtime.

Performance & Troubleshooting: Monitor system health, analyze performance bottlenecks, and resolve high-level infrastructure incidents.

Security & Compliance: Implement security baselines, disaster recovery strategies, backups, and patching schedules.

Project Management : Managing and overseeing project progress along with designing and implementing solutions.

Team Leader : Technical manager leading project teams.

Travel : 30%

Experience: 10+ years in Solution integration and architecting IT infrastructure, implementation, and administration.

Nutanix: Deep knowledge of Nutanix AOS, Prism Central, Files, and hypervisors (AHV or ESXi on Nutanix).

VMware: Strong proficiency in VMware vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, and NSX network virtualization.

Windows Server: Advanced expertise in Windows Server (2016 to 2025), Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and IIS.

Project and Vendor management skills would be essential

Storage & Networking: Understanding of SAN/NAS storage, software-defined storage, backup solutions; preferably on Dell Power Store, Power Flex solutions and Data Domains.

Automation: Experience with PowerShell, PowerCLI, or Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) to automate routine tasks.

Preferred Certifications

Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) or Nutanix Certified Master (NCM)

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Assoicate or Azure Solutions Architect, Microsoft HyperV Certifications

VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Advanced Professional (VCAP)

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.

The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.
The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.

Salary + Short-Term Incentive = 109,000 - 173,000 (CAD)

Typical Experience

10+ years in Solution integration and architecting IT infrastructure, implementation, and administration.

Typical Education

• Bachelor's Degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Educational requirements may vary by geography.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates that need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

We use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applications for this role. All hiring decisions involve human review.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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