Virtualization Consultant

STACK IT Recruitment; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive vacation and personal days

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Extensive training and growth opportunities

Job summary

A Canadian technology services company seeks a Senior Technical Advisor with a strong background in enterprise virtualization. The role involves solving complex issues for clients, leading infrastructure projects, and providing guidance on Proxmox technologies. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years in virtualization, strong Linux skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients. The position is hybrid, allowing for flexible onsite work in Kingston, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in enterprise virtualization or infrastructure roles.
• Hands-on experience with VMware, Hyper-V, or Nutanix.
• Strong Linux skills and comfort in command-line environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical resource and advisor for enterprise clients.
• Provide expert guidance on virtualization platforms, focusing on Proxmox technologies.
• Lead and contribute to complex infrastructure projects.
• Engage with clients through workshops and detailed documentation.

Skills

Virtualization technologies

Linux system administration

Networking concepts

Client communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Proxmox

VMware

Hyper-V

Nutanix

Job description

SEEKING CANDIDATES WILLING TO RELOCATE TO KINGSTON, ONTARIO

Do you thrive on solving complex infrastructure challenges, advising enterprise clients, and working hands‑on with cutting‑edge virtualization technologies? If deep technical problem‑solving, collaboration, and continuous learning excite you, this role is for you!

Join a highly specialized, growing Canadian technology services company recognized as a Proxmox Gold Partner. An organization that supports enterprise, and large‑scale organizations with modern, open‑source virtualization solutions.

💻 Who You Are:

• Virtualization professional with a strong foundation in enterprise infrastructure and a passion for learning new technologies
• Trusted technical advisor who enjoys working directly with clients, guiding design decisions, and solving unfamiliar problems
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a close‑knit, light‑hearted, and highly skilled technical environment
• Strong communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical guidance for clients and teammates
• Someone who values curiosity, continuous improvement, and long‑term growth over rigid processes
• Location: Kingston, ON - Hybrid (2-3 days a week in‑office)
• Open to candidates that may be willing to relocate
• On‑Call: Shared 24/7 support rotation
• Vacancy Type: This role is a newly created position

🎯 What You'll Do (Your Superpowers):

• Serve as a senior technical resource and trusted advisor for enterprise clients, supporting the design, architecture, migration, and optimization of virtualization environments
• Provide expert guidance on virtualization platforms with a strong focus on Proxmox technologies, including Virtual Environment and Backup Server
• Lead and contribute to complex infrastructure projects, including platform migrations from VMware, Hyper‑V, or Nutanix to modern, open‑source solutions
• Engage directly with clients through technical workshops, screen‑sharing sessions, and detailed documentation to deliver clear, actionable recommendations
• Evaluate and validate server hardware designs, reviewing specifications such as CPU, memory, storage, and networking to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot advanced virtualization, networking, and storage issues using strong Linux system administration and command‑line expertise
• Manage support requests through their full lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution, clear communication, and a high standard of service delivery
• Conduct technical research, lab testing, and proof‑of‑concept work to support client solutions and expand internal expertise
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, vendors, and partners to resolve complex issues and improve solution outcomes

⭐ What We're Looking For (Our Wishlist):

• 4+ years of experience in enterprise virtualization or infrastructure roles
• Hands‑on experience with platforms such as VMware, Hyper‑V, or Nutanix (Proxmox experience is a plus, but not required)
• Strong Linux system administration skills and comfort working in command‑line environments
• Solid understanding of enterprise networking concepts, including VLANs, link aggregation, routing fundamentals, and data centre networking
• Familiarity with enterprise storage technologies (e.g., iSCSI, Fibre Channel, SAN environments)
• Experience supporting enterprise or large‑scale clients in MSP, consulting, or internal IT environments
• Ability to communicate confidently with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• A curious mindset and the confidence to tackle problems you haven’t seen before

Nice‑to‑Haves:

• Experience participating in infrastructure design or pre‑sales technical discussions
• Exposure to large data centre or ISP‑level networking environments
• Familiarity with modern DevOps or infrastructure‑as‑code concepts
• Basic scripting or automation experience
• Additional language skills (French, Spanish, or German)
• Relevant technical certifications

🔥 What Makes This Role Exciting?

• Deep Expertise: Become a true subject‑matter expert in enterprise virtualization and open‑source technologies
• Training & Growth: Extensive onboarding, hands‑on lab environments, and continuous learning opportunities
• Meaningful Client Work: Support large, recognizable organizations across government, education, and enterprise sectors
• Collaborative Culture: Join a small, tight‑knit team that values curiosity, approachability, and shared success
• Open‑Source Impact: Work with technologies where you can explore, understand, and even contribute back to the source
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and personal days to maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Health Spending Account (HSA): Flexible, employer‑funded account to cover health and wellness expenses
• Growth and Professional Development: Extensive Training & Development Opportunities

📩 Ready to Elevate Your Career? Apply Now!

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