Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer

Altera; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 149,100 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera in San Jose, California is seeking an experienced Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer with a strong IT infrastructure background. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years managing Azure and Hyper-V environments, ensuring system performance and security.

The role focuses on automating infrastructure using PowerShell, managing SQL databases, and collaborating across IT teams. Competitive compensation in the range of $149,100 - $213,000 USD based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in virtualization and cloud platforms.
• Demonstrable experience with SUSE Linux administration.
• Expert-level scripting skills in PowerShell or Bash.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain virtualized infrastructure using Hyper-V.
• Administer SQL Server databases including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Manage and support SUSE Linux environments.

Skills

Windows Server OS management

Azure Local

Hyper-V

PowerShell scripting

SQL Server management

SUSE Linux administration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Windows SCCM

Azure Monitor

Nagios

Job description

## Virtualization & Cloud Platform EngineerApplylocations: San Jose, California, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R02625# **Job Details:**### ## **Job Description:****About Altera**At AlteraTM, our independence as the world’s largest pure‐play FPGA solutions provider gives us the focus, speed, and agility to innovate without compromise. With more than four decades of industry‐leading FPGA expertise, our singular mission is to deliver the programmable technologies that help customers differentiate, innovate, and scale across rapidly evolving markets like AI, cloud, networking, and edge. As an independent company, we move faster, invest deeper, and partner more closely—empowering our teams to drive breakthrough innovation and shape the future of the FPGA industry.**About the Role**We are seeking an experienced Virtualization and Cloud Platform Engineer with a strong IT infrastructure background. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience (at least 5+ years) managing and optimizing cloud and on-premises environments using Azure Local, Hyper-V, Windows Server OS, SQL databases, file share services, and SUSE Linux. Proficiency in scripting, monitoring solutions, and Windows SCCM administration is essential.Responsibilities:* Design, implement, and maintain virtualized infrastructure leveraging Hyper-V and Azure Stack HCI (Azure Local).* Manage and optimize Windows Server OS environments, ensuring system performance, reliability, and security.* Administer SQL Server databases, including maintenance, backups, tuning, and troubleshooting.* Configure and maintain enterprise file-sharing services, ensuring secure and efficient data access.* Manage and support SUSE Linux environments within mixed OS landscapes.* Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash) to streamline infrastructure provisioning, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.* Implement and maintain comprehensive infrastructure monitoring solutions, proactively addressing system performance issues.* Administer Windows System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), including deployment, patch management, inventory, and reporting.* Collaborate with IT teams to architect scalable, secure, and efficient solutions aligned with business requirements.* Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for infrastructure-related issues, escalating when necessary.**Salary Range**The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.**$149,100 - $213,000 USD**We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.### ## **Qualifications:****Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.* 5+ years of experience in virtualization and cloud platforms, specifically with Azure Local and Hyper-V.* Strong proficiency in managing Windows Server Operating Systems and related services.* Hands-on experience managing SQL Server databases and file share solutions.* Demonstrable experience with SUSE Linux administration in hybrid environments.* Expert-level scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) for automation and management.* Proven ability to deploy and manage monitoring tools and solutions (e.g., Azure Monitor, Nagios, Zabbix, or similar).* Extensive knowledge and experience with Windows SCCM for systems deployment, patching, and configuration management.* Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.* Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.**Preferred Qualifications*** Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure certifications, MCSE, Linux certifications).* Experience with hybrid cloud environments and migrations.* Knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practices.### ## **Job Type:**Regular### ## **Shift:**Shift 1 (United States of America)### ## **Primary Location:**San Jose, California, United States### ## **Additional Locations:**### ## **Posting Statement:**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.**About Altera**Altera: Accelerating InnovatorsAltera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet.