Job Description

The VMware Migration Engineer participates in the planning, executing, and completing the migration of virtual machines and associated infrastructure components from our client's current datacenter location to a new datacenter and hardware. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful and seamless migrations while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Migration Planning and Assessment:

· Conduct thorough assessments of existing virtual infrastructure, applications, and dependencies to identify migration requirements and potential challenges.

· Develop detailed migration plans, including timelines, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.

· Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Migration Execution:

· Utilize VMware migration tools and technologies, such as vMotion, Cross vCenter Workload Migration, and VMware HCX, to migrate virtual machines and associated data.

· Perform pre-migration tasks, including compatibility checks, configuration adjustments, and data synchronization.

· Execute migration activities according to established plans, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

· Monitor and troubleshoot migration processes, addressing any issues or errors that may arise.

Post-Migration Activities:

· Validate successful migrations by performing thorough testing and verification of migrated workloads.

· Optimize and fine-tune migrated virtual machines and infrastructure components for optimal performance and efficiency.

· Document migration processes, configurations, and any lessons learned for future reference.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .

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Skills and Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

· Proven experience as VMWare engineer, preferably with 5-7 years of hands-on experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Proven experience in VMware virtualization technologies, including vSphere, vCenter, and related migration tools.

· Strong understanding of virtualization concepts, architectures, and migration methodologies.

· Experience with migration planning, execution, and post-migration activities.

· Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, PowerCLI) and automation tools.

· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.

· Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

· Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware Certified Professional, VMware Certified Advanced Professional) are preferred.

· Familiarity with networking as it applies to infrastructure function and to interact with the network team for successful migration.

· Fluency with Linux and Windows network operating systems to migrate workloads on these operating systems. null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.