VMware Technician

Telia Company; Town of Sweden (NY); On-site; USD 53,820 - 80,730; Full time

Job summary

Telia Cygate is seeking a VMware Technician to design, implement, operate and troubleshoot VMware-based solutions in critical environments. You will manage VMware vSphere/VCF, ESXi, vCenter, vSAN and Cloud Director while ensuring security, capacity planning, and DR readiness.

We value at least 5 years of VMware experience, strong ownership, and ability to drive complex projects in a hybrid cloud setting. Swedish citizenship and Swedish/English fluency are required, with independent work style

Qualifications

• Min. 5 years of VMware infrastructure experience.
• Strong ownership and ability to drive technical initiatives.
• Excellent knowledge of VMware components and backup strategies.
• Experience with hybrid and cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Windows Server and Linux.
• Swedish citizenship and bilingual Swedish/English.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and administrate VMware vSphere and VCF environments.
• Manage ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, and VMware Cloud Director.
• Install, upgrade, and optimize virtualization platforms.
• Monitor performance, capacity planning, and optimization.
• Work with backup, Disaster Recovery, and high availability solutions.
• Contribute to security work and documentation.
• Collaborate with other teams and provide guidance.
• Support change management and ITSM processes.
• Participate in on-call duties.

Skills

VMware vSphere

ESXi

vCenter

vSAN

Hybrid and cloud environments

Windows Server

Linux

Veeam backup

Education

VCP/VCAP certification

Tools

VMware Cloud Director

NSX

Veeam Backup & Replication

Job description

We are looking for a VMware Technician to join us at Telia Cygate.

My name is Petra Peric, Head of Cloud Operation, and I’m looking for someone who wants to grow together with us. We are a supportive and forward-looking delivery team within Managed Services, responsible for delivering hybrid and cloud services across Telia Cygate. We are growing within this area and are now looking for more experts to join us.

What you’ll do:

As an VMware Technician, you will work with advanced virtualization capabilities and play an important role in our infrastructure team. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting of VMware-based solutions in business-critical environments.

• Operate and administrate VMware vSphere and VCF environments
• Manage ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, and VMware Cloud Director
• Install, upgrade, and optimize virtualization platforms
• Monitor performance, optimize capacity, and support capacity planning
• Work with backup, Disaster Recovery, and high availability solutions
• Contribute to security work and documentation
• Collaborate closely with other teams
• Provide technical guidance both internally and externally
• Support change management and work according to ITSM processes
• Participate in on‑call and standby duties.

What will help you thrive in this role:

To succeed in this role, you have at least 5 years of experience working with VMware infrastructure. You enjoy taking ownership, working independently, and driving technical initiatives forward in complex environments.

• Very strong knowledge of VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, and vSAN
• Good knowledge of Windows Server, Linux, storage, and networking
• Good understanding of backup solutions such as Veeam
• Strong experience with hybrid and cloud environments
• Certifications within VCP, VCAP, or similar are highly valued
• Ability to work independently and drive technical projects
• Native or near‑native fluency in Swedish is required, along with strong English skills
• Due to customer and security requirements, Swedish citizenship is required

It is also a plus if you have experience or knowledge within:

• Hyperconverged infrastructure
• Aria Operations / VCF Operations
• NSX
• HPE OneView
• Physical data center work
• DELL, HPE, or IBM environments
• Red Hat OpenShift

As a person, you have a strong sense of responsibility and work ethic. You are open to change, curious to learn, and comfortable sharing your knowledge with others.

Why Telia Cygate?

At Telia Cygate, we’re not only experts in networks, security, and various types of cloud solutions – we’re also a team that believes work should be fun! As part of Telia Company, we have the strength to create real impact on a large scale, contribute to societal value, and help our customers navigate the world of digitalization. And we always do it with warmth, care, and a smile. Here, it’s our ideas and diverse perspectives that make us strong, and together we ensure that the world of technology becomes a place where everyone feels good – and where you belong.

Your development matters to us. We encourage continuous learning and make sure that you and your interests are in focus. We know that people are the heart of our company, which is why we value joy, creativity, and different perspectives in everything we do.

Welcome to grow together with us – where we make technology human and create real impact!

Telia Cygateis proud to be certificated asGreatPlace toWork!

With us, people are at the center – here you get the chance to grow, be challenged, and thrive together with dedicated colleagues. We are building a culture where security, togetherness, and opportunities go hand in hand. Do you want to be part of the journey? Welcome to a workplace that truly lives up to its name.

What we offer

When you join us, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package tailored to your local market, opportunities for remote work, and more. You'll also have the chance to earn a bonus based on your performance and Telia's results.

Interested? Apply!

We look forward to receiving your application by 2026-08-30. Please note that we might close the position earlier if we find the right candidate, so don’t wait too long to apply!

If you’re selected for the next stage, you’ll be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Partner.

Background and reference checks will be part of the process.

Want to know more about this role? Please reach out to Petra Peric, Head of Cloud Operation, at [e-mail].

We kindly ask recruitment agencies and external vendors not to contact us regarding this position.

Equal opportunities

At Telia, we recognize talent by professional skills and growth potential. We champion diversity, ensuring every individual’s needs are met, regardless of disability, gender, age, nationality, sexual orientation, or social status. Together, we’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment where your uniqueness is our strength.