Our Client is seekingan experienced

VMware Architect/Implementer

to plan and execute an upgrade of an existing VMware environment from

vSphere 8 to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.x

across multiple data centres in

Canada and the U.S.

This is a hands-on, project-focused contract role supporting infrastructure initiatives within an established team of solution architects.

What you’ll do

Plan and execute an

upgrade to VCF 9.x

in a complex enterprise environment

Support infrastructure project deliverables such as

implementation plans, test plans/results, schedules, and transition-to-operations documentation

Help develop/review

support processes

to ensure alignment with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements

Contribute to

risk mitigation

related to continuity, security, and infrastructure optimization

Must-have qualifications

VMware architecture, design, and implementation experience

Direct experience with

VMware environment upgrade to VCF 9.x

Experience with

workload migrations to VCF 9.x

Solid experience across the VMware stack:

SRM, NSX‑T, vSphere, vSAN, vLCM

2-year diploma or 4-year degree

in IT / Computer Science (or related)

7–10+ years

in IT infrastructure, including

4+ years VMware





(and VMware upgrade experience)

Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Understanding of

business continuity, security, and risk assessment/optimization

methodologies

Nice to have

Experience leading

VMware DR / High Availability testing

(SRM, vSphere Replication)

VMware certifications/training such as

VCP‑DCV, VCP‑NV, VCP‑TKG

Location / work model

Edmonton, Alberta

(on-site with

potential to be hybrid )

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

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📌 IT Specialist – VMWare (Winnipeg)
🏢 Aplin
📍 Winnipeg