Linux & VMware Implementation Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Linux & VMware Implementation Engineer to join our infrastructure engineering team. The role involves large-scale deployment, migration, and optimization of VMware ESXi environments, Linux systems, and related enterprise infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have handson expertise in virtualization, automation, and system hardening, with proven experience managing complex data center projects. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with thirdparty vendors for hardware, cabling, networking, and VMware OSrelated issues. Green Field projects Deploy and configure ESXi hosts on HP Gen9 and Dell R630/R640 servers in AMRS data centers. Implement and manage security certificates (requests, generation, installation of signed certificates). Enroll new ESXi hosts into CyberArk for password vaulting. Harden ESXi hosts using postbuild PowerShell scripts. Create and configure vSAN clusters, integrate ESXi hosts with Active Directory for authentication, configure LAG/LACP, and perform template cloning via vRO workflows. Conduct Post Build Verification (PBV) of ESXi hosts against internal engineering standards to ensure smooth transition to Operations. Participate in VMware upgrade projects (ESXi hosts from v5.x to v6.x). Migration: Migrate ESXi hosts from legacy vCenter (v5.5) to new vCenter (v6.5). Migrate VMs/storage from legacy local datastore infrastructure to vSAN infrastructure. Operations Troubleshoot build and upgraderelated issues. Develop PowerShell scripts to generate configuration reports and modify parameters. Migrate Linux (RHEL 6 & 7) VMs, including data transfer from legacy NAS to local VMDK disks. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 5+ years of experience in VMware ESXi implementation and Linux administration. Strong knowledge of VMware vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, and virtualization concepts. Proficiency in PowerShell, PowerCLI, Bash, and automation tools. Experience with security hardening, certificate management, and AD integration. Familiarity with CyberArk or similar password vaulting solutions. Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills. Certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) are preferred. We are looking for an experienced Linux & VMware Implementation Engineer to join our infrastructure engineering team. The role involves large-scale deployment, migration, and optimization of VMware ESXi environments, Linux systems, and related enterprise infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have handson expertise in virtualization, automation, and system hardening, with proven experience managing complex data center projects. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with thirdparty vendors for hardware, cabling, networking, and VMware OSrelated issues. Green Field projects Deploy and configure ESXi hosts on HP Gen9 and Dell R630/R640 servers in AMRS data centers. Implement and manage security certificates (requests, generation, installation of signed certificates). Enroll new ESXi hosts into CyberArk for password vaulting. Harden ESXi hosts using postbuild PowerShell scripts. Create and configure vSAN clusters, integrate ESXi hosts with Active Directory for authentication, configure LAG/LACP, and perform template cloning via vRO workflows. Conduct Post Build Verification (PBV) of ESXi hosts against internal engineering standards to ensure smooth transition to Operations. Participate in VMware upgrade projects (ESXi hosts from v5.x to v6.x). Migration: Migrate ESXi hosts from legacy vCenter (v5.5) to new vCenter (v6.5). Migrate VMs/storage from legacy local datastore infrastructure to vSAN infrastructure. Operations Troubleshoot build and upgraderelated issues. Develop PowerShell scripts to generate configuration reports and modify parameters. Migrate Linux (RHEL 6 & 7) VMs, including data transfer from legacy NAS to local VMDK disks. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 5+ years of experience in VMware ESXi implementation and Linux administration. Strong knowledge of VMware vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, and virtualization concepts. Proficiency in PowerShell, PowerCLI, Bash, and automation tools. Experience with security hardening, certificate management, and AD integration. Familiarity with CyberArk or similar password vaulting solutions. Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills. Certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) are preferred.