Data Migration and Testing Project Manager - SP1

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham is seeking a Data Migration and Testing Project Manager to oversee a VMware-to-Proxmox migration project. The ideal candidate will have in-depth virtualization expertise and Linux skills, with a strong ability to document processes and collaborate with stakeholders, especially in critical service environments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in VMware-to-Proxmox migration or equivalent.
• Comfort with Linux CLI and shell scripting.
• Experience with backup strategies and tools like Nakivo.

Responsibilities

• Manage VMware-to-Proxmox migration, including planning and execution.
• Troubleshoot and configure virtual environments.
• Document migration processes and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Virtualisation Expertise

Linux Fluency

Networking Understanding

Documentation & Communication

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Hays

Location:

birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

The successful applicant should have had a successful VMware-to-Proxmox migration or a very similar proven track record. They will require a blend of virtualisation expertise, Linux fluency, and practical migration experience.

• Location: Birmingham sites

Core Technical Skills
Strong Virtualisation Background

• Deep understanding of VMware vSphere/ESXi environments, including VM configuration, storage, and networking.
• Familiarity with Proxmox VE architecture, including clustering, storage models, and native backup tools like Proxmox Backup Server.
• Proxmox is Debian-based, so comfort with Linux CLI, shell scripting, and system services is essential.
• Ability to troubleshoot boot issues, kernel modules, and hardware compatibility.
• Experience with converting VMDK to QCOW2 or RAW formats.
• Familiarity with tools like qemu-img, virt-v2v, or Proxmox's built-in import wizard
• Equally able to build new Windows 2019 Servers rebuilding services and systems where needed.

Networking & Firewall Configuration

• Understanding of virtual bridges, VLANs, and Proxmox's firewall model.
• Ability to replicate VMware's virtual networking setup in Proxmox.

Backup & Recovery Planning

• Knowledge of backup strategies pre- and post-migration.
• Experience with tools like Nakivo (which supports both VMware and Proxmox) or Proxmox Backup Server.

Soft Skills & Project Readiness
Pre-Migration Planning

• Ability to map out dependencies, assess VM compatibility, and plan for downtime.
• Use Monday.com to project manage.
• Familiarity with licensing implications and vendor support transitions (e.g. from VMware to open-source Proxmox).

Documentation & Communication

• Clear documentation of implementation, migration steps, rollback plans, and system changes.
• The ability to liaise with stakeholders, especially in healthcare or charity environments where service continuity is critical and uptime must remain constant.

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