Datacenter Engineer - vCenter Operations

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and execute data center infrastructure builds, including racking, cabling, and configuring physical servers.
• Implement and manage Dell PowerFlex systems for hyper-converged infrastructure and storage solutions.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware environments (ESXi, vCenter, vSAN).
• Collaborate with network, storage, and systems teams to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components.
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and hardware diagnostics.
• Maintain documentation related to data center layouts, build procedures, and configurations.
• Ensure adherence to data center best practices in power, cooling, cable management, and physical security.
• Troubleshoot hardware / software issues and escalate vendor support when Skills :
• Proven experience in Data Center build and deployment projects.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Dell PowerFlex architecture and administration.
• Experience with VMware vSphere (vCenter, ESXi, vSAN, DRS, HA).
• Physical server installation and configuration (Dell, HPE, Cisco UCS or similar).
• Understanding of data center operations, including power, cooling, and structured cabling.
• Scripting knowledge (PowerCLI, Python, or Shell) is a to Have :
• Exposure to software-defined storage and hyper-converged infrastructure.
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Familiarity with data center monitoring tools (e.g., DCIM, SolarWinds, Nagios).
• Certifications such as VMware VCP, Dell EMC PowerFlex, or CompTIA & Qualifications :
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant industry certifications are an Conditions :
• Onsite presence required during physical builds and critical deployment phases.
• May involve weekend / night work during go-live or migrations

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