As a Senior VMware Infrastructure Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving a large-scale VMware modernization program across multiple data centers in Canada and the United States. This strategic position involves leading the planning, architecture, and execution of upgrades from vSphere 8 to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.x, ensuring seamless workload migration, and supporting critical infrastructure initiatives that underpin the client's modernization and digital transformation objectives.

Responsibilities

- Lead the architectural design, implementation, and optimization of VMware environments, focusing on upgrades from vSphere 8 to VCF 9.x.
- Plan and execute comprehensive migration strategies for workloads into VCF environments, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
- Collaborate with Solution Architects and cross-functional Infrastructure teams to deliver high-impact projects on schedule and within scope.
- Develop and maintain detailed project implementation plans, rigorous testing strategies, operational procedures, and comprehensive supporting documentation.
- Ensure robust infrastructure governance, compliance with regulatory standards, risk mitigation, and operational readiness across all modernization initiatives.
- Participate actively in disaster recovery planning, high-availability solution design, and regular testing to support business continuity requirements.
- Support ongoing operations with troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement recommendations for VMware platforms.

Skill Requirements

- Extensive hands-on experience in VMware architecture, design,



and implementation, especially in large-scale enterprise environments.
- Proven expertise in upgrading VMware environments to VCF 9.x and migrating workloads to VCF 9.x platforms.
- In-depth knowledge of the VMware product stack, including SRM (Site Recovery Manager), NSX-T, vSphere, vSAN, and vLCM (vSphere Lifecycle Manager).
- Valid VMware certifications:
- VCP-DCV (Data Center Virtualization / vSphere)
- Minimum 7 years of IT Infrastructure experience, with at least 4 years working extensively with VMware technologies.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in developing and executing IT business continuity, security, and risk assessment methodologies.

Other Requirements (Optional)

- Experience serving as a solution or system architect on large infrastructure transformation projects.
- Experience with automation and scripting for VMware environments.

Education

- Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Work Location: Edmonton, AB. - Hybrid

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees, including:

- Medical / Health Benefits
- RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Professional growth and career development opportunities
- Collaborative and inclusive work setting

Note: AI-assisted screening technology may be used as part of the initial application review process. All applications will undergo recruiter and hiring manager review before any hiring decisions are made.

📌 VMware Infrastructure Specialist (Edmonton)
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📍 Edmonton