Senior VMware Cloud Foundation Architect | Hybrid Cloud Leader

AHEAD

United States

On-site

USD 160,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid parental and caregiver leave

Job summary

AHEAD is seeking a Senior Technical Consultant specializing in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) to design, deploy, and optimize enterprise-scale hybrid cloud and data center solutions. You will work closely with clients to implement VCF-based architectures that enhance operations, automation, security, and scalability.

This role requires deep VCF expertise, collaboration with client teams, and a commitment to high-quality solution delivery.

Qualifications

15+ years of VMware and related technologies experience.
VCF 9.0 Administrator or Architecture certifications.
Deep design and deployment expertise with VCF 9.0 (VCF, vSphere, NSX, vSAN).
Experience with VCF lifecycle management, automation, and workload migration.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and client-facing communication skills.
Willingness to travel at least 10%.

Responsibilities

Lead design, deployment, configuration, and validation of VMware Cloud Foundation solutions (VCF v9.0+).
Deploy and configure VCF Fleet, vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, NSX, and Aria Suite components.
Define business and technical requirements for VCF-based private and hybrid cloud solutions.
Design multi-site architectures, workload mobility, and disaster recovery strategies.
Lead technical discussions, workshops, and knowledge transfer sessions for clients and teams.
Integrate VCF with third-party systems such as storage, networking, and security solutions.
Create documentation and best practices for VCF deployments.
Mentor junior consultants and guide troubleshooting and optimization.
Support pre-sales engagements to scope and position VCF solutions.