Virtualization Systems Architect (Level IV) / Softwaare Developer

VRK IT Vision Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Virtualization Systems Architect with extensive experience in virtualization technologies. The role involves architecting server virtualization solutions, managing platforms in cloud environments, and requiring strong scripting skills. Candidates should have a background in systems administration for both Windows Server and UNIX/Linux systems. Preferred qualifications include VMware or Nutanix certification. This position allows for remote work options within the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 13–20 years of experience with virtualization technologies.
• Expertise in architecting server virtualization solutions.
• Proficient in systems administration for Windows Server and UNIX/Linux.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain server virtualization platforms in cloud environments.
• Evaluate inefficiencies with server resources.
• Diagnose and repair system problems.

Skills

Strong, demonstrable scripting experience

Server virtualization expertise

Good knowledge of Active Directory

Basic understanding of data center networking

Ability to develop IT documentation

Education

Current VMware, Nutanix, or similar certification

Tools

VMware

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Virtualization Systems Architect (Level IV) – Raleigh, NC/Remote

Roles and Responsibilities

• Minimum of 13–20 years of experience supporting virtualization technologies preferred.
• Architect and design server virtualization solutions.
• Perform systems administration for Windows Server and UNIX/Linux systems such as RHEL and SLES.
• Develop automation through scripting and APIs (Ansible, Puppet, Chef, PowerShell, Python, Bash, Terraform).
• Perform certificate lifecycle management for systems and applications.
• Evaluate inefficiencies with server resources and make right-sizing recommendations.
• Manage and maintain server virtualization platforms on‑premise as well as in cloud environments, e.g., VMware, Nutanix, Harvester, OpenShift, Proxmox, Azure, AWS, GCP.
• Play a lead role in meetings relating to specific technical projects or tasks.
• Work independently with minimal supervision or as part of a team.
• May be required to create time‑sensitive deliverables.
• May lead project teams within assigned unit; develop, plan, and manage project tasks.
• Participate in the preparation of materials and oral presentations for customers and management.
• Respond promptly to incidents in ServiceNow.
• Assigned responsibility for advanced technical issues in the environment for problem resolution.
• Diagnose and repair system problems, working closely with vendor support for all servers, software, and other hardware directly or with team members.
• Define, monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot system performance of all server virtualization and other related infrastructure systems.
• Basic understanding of data center networking (TCP/IP, switching/routing, ports and protocols, firewall concepts, load balancing).
• Strong, demonstrable scripting experience in one or more of the following: PowerShell, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, VBScript, C++, Unix Shell, Python, Perl, Ruby, JavaScript, etc.
• Basic understanding of storage protocols (e.g., NFS, SMB, S3, FC, iSCSI, NVMe).
• Good knowledge of Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server operating systems including Server 2016, 2019, and 2022, as well as RHEL and SLES operating systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 and later.
• Knowledge of container technologies including, but not limited to, Docker, Kubernetes, and Rancher.
• Knowledge of IaaS in cloud using MS Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Experience with hardening and improving the security of Windows operating systems and hardware platforms, local and wide area networks, messaging, and client‑server applications.
• Ability to develop and maintain IT documentation.
• Independently analyze and develop innovative resolutions for complex problems involving availability and/or performance at the component level; work with vendors to resolve problems and implement solutions independently.
• Participate in efforts to design and deploy AI solutions.
• Provide training to less experienced team members of the IS department.
• Make registry edits as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A current VMware, Nutanix, or similar certification (e.g., VCP, NCP) preferred.
• Strong background in server virtualization (e.g., VMware, Nutanix, OpenShift, Harvester, Proxmox, MS Hyper‑V, Citrix, Azure, AWS).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Terraform or Ansible.
• Experience with Dell and HPE server hardware.
• Experience working in a large enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of storage area networks including network operating systems, SAN protocols, SAN management, and SAN physical configuration.