EMEA Senior VMware Engineer

Our company is currently undergoing significant transformation across the EMEA region. We operate six regional data centers that play a key role in supporting our test environments. Historically, each region has managed its own processes and infrastructure independently. However, we are now moving toward a more unified, global operating model. The goal of this transformation is to strengthen our internal knowledge base and improve collaboration between regional and global teams. By consolidating expertise and standardizing our practices, we aim to increase efficiency and reduce duplication of effort. This shift will also allow us to provide more consistent and scalable support worldwide. This transformation also focuses on improving collaboration with our internal business partners and responding more effectively to their needs.

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.

• 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

Design & Architecture:

• Creating High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents for enterprise virtualized environments, including VCF (VMware Cloud Foundation)

Infrastructure Management:

• Installing, configuring, upgrading and supporting VMware ESXi, vCenter, SRM, vRealize Operations and Aria Suite tools, including SAN integration

Technology selection:

• Evaluate, select, and integrate new technology solutions and ensure they meet performance and security standards

Project oversight:

• Lead infrastructure-related projects, ensuring successful implementation and transition from conception to completion

Security and compliance:

• Implement security policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations and standards

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all system designs meet the required regulatory standards

Performance and optimization:

• Monitor system performance, manage capacity, and identify areas for improvement

Collaboration:

• Work with project managers, business leaders, and other IT professionals to align infrastructure with business goals

Documentation and standards:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure processes and standards

Disaster recovery:

• Develop and lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), troubleshooting high-level issues, ensuring platform security, and cross training other engineers within the wider team

• Drive automation using Power CLI, Ansible, Terraform

• Manage hybrid-cloud integration (AWS, Azure)