Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled VMware Virtualization Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep, hands-on expertise in VMware virtualization, Linux/Unix administration, enterprise storage platforms, operations, and advanced troubleshooting. In this role, you will be a critical part of our data center and ERP hosting operations team, responsible for maintaining a fully virtualized infrastructure integrated with enterprise storage solutions from Dell, HPE, and NetApp and ensuring high availability, stability, and performance across mission-critical systems.

This position is ideal for a seasoned technologist who excels in diagnosing complex issues, optimizing virtualized environments, and driving operational excellence across enterprise infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, administer, and optimize enterprise-grade VMware virtualization platforms (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi).
• Manage and support hyper-converged infrastructure environments (e.g., Dell EMC VxRail).
• Administer and support enterprise storage platforms, including Dell EMC, HPE, Alletra, and NetApp ONTAP environments.
• Manage SAN/NAS provisioning, LUN and volume management, zoning/masking coordination, capacity planning, snapshots, replication, and storage performance troubleshooting.
• Perform lifecycle management including upgrades, patching, resource optimization, and performance tuning.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues across VMware, Linux/Unix, Dell/HPE/NetApp storage, compute, and networking layers.
• Administer and support Linux/Unix operating systems (RedHat, Oracle Linux, and other Unix variants).
• Perform deep dive troubleshooting for OS level, kernel level, boot, package, and performance issues.
• Manage OS patching, vulnerability remediation, configuration hardening, and system tuning.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting (Bash, Python, Shell) and configuration tools.
• Support enterprise ERP hosting operations across virtualized Linux/Unix and Windows environments.
• Manage and maintain backup and replication solutions including snapshots, filesystem backups, and database backups.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery (DR) architecture, configuration, and mock exercises.
• Drive incident, problem, and change management processes with strong Root Cause Analysis (RCA) capabilities.
• Develop infrastructure standards, operational guidelines, and best practices for virtualization and Linux/Unix systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams on design, implementation, and deployment activities.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior administrators.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in IT Operations or Data Center environment.
• 5+ years of hands-on VMware virtualization experience (vSphere/vCenter/ESXi).
• 3+ years of Linux/Unix administration and troubleshooting experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on enterprise storage administration or support experience, preferably across Dell, HPE, and/or NetApp storage platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong expertise in RedHat, Oracle Linux, and other Unix-based systems.
• Strong expertise in enterprise storage technologies from Dell, HPE, and NetApp, including SAN/NAS architecture and day-to-day operations.
• Understanding of Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NFS, SMB, RAID concepts, multipathing, snapshots, replication, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
• Experience integrating storage with VMware clusters and Linux/Unix hosts, including datastore management, LUN mapping, and end-to-end performance troubleshooting.
• Advanced understanding of security, patching, and hardening tools.
• Certifications such as:
  
  VMware VCP / VCAP
  
  Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or equivalent Linux/Unix certification
  
  
• VMware VCP / VCAP
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or equivalent Linux/Unix certification
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Chef, Ansible, shell scripting).
• Preferred exposure to vendor storage certifications or training such as Dell Information Storage, HPE Storage, or NetApp NCDA/NCIE, where applicable.
• Experience conducting RCA and leading technical bridges during incidents.
• VMware VCP / VCAP
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or equivalent Linux/Unix certification

What We Offer

• ​Competitive Salary regularly increased based on your performance
• Enjoy 25 vacation days per year, plus extra days off for life's special events
• We provide meal vouchers
• Flexible benefits basket with monthly budget allocated (top up medical insurance, life insurance, pension, vacation/ cultural/ fuel vouchers)
• Medical Insurance Plan paid by the company
• Christmas and Easter bonuses
• Recognition & referral bonus programs
• Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development to set you up for success
• In-house and external learning platforms (Udemy) to continue to expand your skills
• Work experience opportunities to help you grow your career with us
• Global employee networks to help you connect and grow
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential service to help with any difficulties regarding work, life and personal or family matters
• In case of unfortunate events, we support you by offering you free days and financial support (handled on a case by case basis) or Family financial aids
• Access Integrity line - Any workplace issues or violations that need to be raised in good faith, can be communicated in a safe, private and confidential environment
• Your family is growing while working at Honeywell? We congratulate you by offering special bonuses
• Frequent Employee Engagement activities fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment
• 3 + 2 hybrid work arrangement to support your work-life balance
• Flexible working hours
• Fresh fruit days in the office

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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