Virtualization Engineer
Hybrid
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Freelance
14-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Title: Virtualization Specialist
Duration: long-term contract
Location: Hybrid (x2 days from Sheffield-based)
We are seeking a skilled Virtualization Engineer with expertise in VMware, infrastructure automation, and cloud technologies to support and enhance our Internal Cloud Platform.
Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot and resolve virtualized infrastructure incidents.
Design and develop VM optimization and multi-team testing solutions.
Implement secure VM migration strategies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new infrastructure and features.
Provide customer support on virtualization-related inquiries.
Requirements:
Experience in VMware (vSphere, vCenter, NSX, vROPS, SAN).
Strong skills in automation & development tools (vRealize, Ansible, GitLab, Jenkins).
Proficiency in scripting (Shell, PowerShell, Python).
Experience with Linux & Windows servers.
Knowledge of cloud, hybrid cloud, and VMware migration strategies.
Familiarity with Agile development (Scrum, Kanban).
Understanding of networking, OS, DB, middleware, and tooling services (DNS, AD, Storage, NAS).
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
About the Company
HOK Consulting is a technology driven recruitment organization that specializes in placing technical consultants into the financial services sector. The technologies we commit our time to fall in line with areas such as Cloud, DevOps, Technical Architecture, IT Infrastructure & Cyber Security. Know more
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