Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer

Job Title: Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer
Duration: 6m CTH
Location: San Jose, CA (4 days/week onsite required)

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Virtualization and Cloud Platform Engineer with a strong IT infrastructure background. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience (at least 5+ years) managing and optimizing cloud and on-premises environments using Azure Local, Hyper-V, Windows Server OS, SQL databases, file share services, and SUSE Linux. Proficiency in scripting, monitoring solutions, and Windows SCCM administration is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain virtualized infrastructure leveraging Hyper-V and Azure Stack HCI (Azure Local).
• Manage and optimize Windows Server OS environments, ensuring system performance, reliability, and security.
• Administer SQL Server databases, including maintenance, backups, tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Configure and maintain enterprise file-sharing services, ensuring secure and efficient data access.
• Manage and support SUSE Linux environments within mixed OS landscapes.
• Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash) to streamline infrastructure provisioning, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Implement and maintain comprehensive infrastructure monitoring solutions, proactively addressing system performance issues.
• Administer Windows System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), including deployment, patch management, inventory, and reporting.
• Collaborate with IT teams to architect scalable, secure, and efficient solutions aligned with business requirements.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for infrastructure-related issues, escalating when necessary. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in virtualization and cloud platforms, specifically with Azure Local and Hyper-V.
• Strong proficiency in managing Windows Server Operating Systems and related services.
• Hands-on experience managing SQL Server databases and file share solutions.
• Demonstrable experience with SUSE Linux administration in hybrid environments.
• Expert-level scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) for automation and management.
• Proven ability to deploy and manage monitoring tools and solutions (e.g., Azure Monitor, Nagios, Zabbix, or similar).
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Windows SCCM for systems deployment, patching, and configuration management.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure certifications, MCSE, Linux certifications).
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and migrations.
• Knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practices.