EMEA Senior VMware Engineer

You will join the EMEA Data Centre Platform Team supporting 6 Data Centers across EMEA. This is a newly formed team that has the goal of delivering a first-class solution for MetLife.

The EMEA Senior VMware Engineer will primarily be responsible for the management design and implementation of complex, large-scale virtualized infrastructures, specializing in vSphere, vSAN, and NSX, while driving automation (Power CLI, Ansible, Terraform) and hybrid-cloud integration (AWS, Azure). The EMEA Senior VMware Engineer will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), troubleshooting high-level issues, ensuring platform security, and cross training other engineers within the wider team.

The ideal candidate will have a wide understanding of IT infrastructure technologies to include but not limited to Network, Storage, Backup, Replication, HCI, Virtualisation, Windows and Linux operating systems.

• 5+ years of experience in VMware infrastructure design, deployment, and administration
• Excellent knowledge of other Virtualisation technologies (HCI, Redhat, Nutanix etc)
• VCP (VMware Certified Professional) or VCAP (VMware Certified Advanced Professional)
• Expert-level knowledge of vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and vRealize/Aria Suite
• Understanding of SAN connectivity methods including Fiber Channel and iSCSI
• Advanced networking concepts such as VLANs, subnetting, load balancing and management of distributed virtual switches
• Ability to analyse complex systems, assess risks, and solve problems
• Excellent ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Capacity to provide technical guidance, manage projects, and think strategically about future needs
• Understanding of Micro Segmentation within a Virtual environment
• Dedication to quality and excellent documentation skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work as part of a creative team
• Team Player & Hands-on work style with advanced communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working with global teams
• Proactive in nature: can-do attitude

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of replication Technologies
• Windows and Linux Operating system experience
• Network knowledge and database experience
• Experience working with Agile methodologies
• Familiarity with Hyper Converged Infrastructure (VxRail)
• Familiarity of Storage Area Networks
• Familiarity with a wide range of Backup Technologies
• Familiarity with Cloud Backup Solutions
• Any knowledge of AS400 systems would be a great benefit

• Creating High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents for enterprise virtualized environments, including VCF (VMware Cloud Foundation)
• Installing, configuring, upgrading and supporting VMware ESXi, vCenter, SRM, vRealize Operations and Aria Suite tools, including SAN integration
• Evaluate, select, and integrate new technology solutions and ensure they meet performance and security standards
• Lead infrastructure-related projects, ensuring successful implementation and transition from conception to completion
• Implement security policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations and standards
• Ensure all system designs meet the required regulatory standards
• Monitor system performance, manage capacity, and identify areas for improvement
• Work with project managers, business leaders, and other IT professionals to align infrastructure with business goals
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure processes and standards
• Develop and lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning