Stefanini Group is looking for Azure Migration Engineer - VMware for a globally recognized company!
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Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced contractor to support the planning and assessment phase of a VMware to Microsoft Azure migration. This role will focus on evaluating the current VMware environment, identifying workloads suitable for migration, documenting dependencies and constraints, and supporting the creation of a realistic migration roadmap and timeline. The contractor will work closely with internal infrastructure, cloud, and application stakeholders, as well as external partners and Microsoft resources.
Key Responsibilities
Discovery & Environment AssessmentPerform a detailed assessment of the existing VMware infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and supporting services.Inventory and categorize workloads, identifying migration candidates vs. non-migratable workloads.Document application dependencies, performance requirements, and operational considerations.Identify technical risks, constraints, and readiness gaps related to Azure migration.
Workload Analysis & ClassificationAnalyze workloads to determine suitability for Azure (e.g., lift-and-shift, refactor, rehost).Identify workloads not supported in Azure (e.g., certain infrastructure, appliance-based VMs, hybrid Exchange, SCCM) and document alternative hosting recommendations.Provide input on third party IaaS options (e.g., Rackspace or similar) for non-Azure workloads to avoid ongoing hypervisor licensing and hardware management.
Migration Strategy & PlanningCollaborate with stakeholders to define a migration approach, sequencing, and high-level architecture.Assist in developing a phased migration plan, including dependencies and critical path items.Contribute to timeline estimates, milestones, and assumptions, refining estimates as assessment findings are completed.Align recommendations with Microsoft Azure best practices and funding program requirements.
Stakeholder Collaboration & CommunicationWork closely with internal teams (infrastructure, cloud, security, applications) to gather requirements and validate findings.Participate in working sessions and status discussions with leadership and technical stakeholders.Support coordination with Microsoft and partner teams involved in assessment funding and execution.
Documentation & DeliverablesProduce clear, concise documentation including: Current-state assessment findingsWorkload classification and migration suitabilityRisks, constraints, and assumptionsHigh-level migration roadmap and timelineEnsure documentation is suitable for both technical and executive audiences.
Required Skills & ExperienceAt least 3-5 years experience.Strong experience with VMware environments (vSphere, ESXi, related infrastructure).Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Azure IaaS and migration patterns.Experience performing cloud migration assessments and planning exercises.Ability to evaluate hybrid and legacy workloads and recommend alternative hosting strategies.Strong documentation and communication skills.
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- Dice Id: 10106616
- Position Id: 62981
- Posted 1 day ago
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