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Job ID: JOB_ID_3188174

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced VMware Migration Architect to lead and execute complex VMware migration projects. This role requires deep expertise in VMware vSphere environments and a strong understanding of cloud migration strategies, particularly to AWS. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing the migration of virtualized workloads, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal performance in the target environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and architect comprehensive migration strategies from VMware environments to AWS EC2 and EKS.
  • Lead the assessment of existing VMware infrastructure, including vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, and related components.
  • Develop detailed migration plans, considering workload dependencies, performance requirements, and security implications.
  • Oversee the execution of migrations using tools like VMware Cloud on AWS, HCX, and other relevant technologies.
  • Ensure seamless cross-cloud mobility and workload modernization.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand application requirements, including Java/.NET workloads and associated middleware (e.g., TIBCO ESB).
  • Address backend database stack considerations (Oracle 19c, Exadata on AWS, SQL Server) and VM-level dependencies.
  • Manage and optimize VMware networking (vSwitch, dvSwitch, VLAN, NSX) and AWS networking (VPC, routing, DX/VPN, TGW).
  • Implement automation using PowerCLI, Terraform, and Ansible for both VMware and AWS environments.
  • Perform workload discovery, dependency mapping, and capacity planning for migration projects.
  • Design secure, scalable, and compliant cloud architectures on AWS, aligning with business goals.
  • Define and implement security policies, standards, and guidelines for cloud environments.
  • Assess cloud environments for vulnerabilities, manage risks, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Configure network security, identity and access management (IAM), and encryption strategies on AWS.
  • Work closely with IT and development teams to embed security into applications (DevSecOps).
  • Troubleshoot complex issues related to VM performance, storage, networking, and cross-platform compatibility during and after migration.
  • Design AWS EC2/EBS architectures for migrated VMs, focusing on high availability.
  • Understand and leverage Amazon EKS for container modernization post-migration.
  • Integrate AWS monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery services with migrated workloads.
  • Utilize Terraform for AWS infrastructure automation and migration tooling.
  • Provide technical guidance and support throughout the migration lifecycle.
  • Document architectural designs, migration processes, and operational procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, vMotion, DRS, HA, and SRM.
  • Strong background in VMware migration approaches to AWS EC2 and modernization paths to EKS.
  • Hands-on expertise with VMware Cloud on AWS, HCX migrations, and cross-cloud mobility.
  • Understanding of Java/.NET workload hosting on VMware and dependent middleware like TIBCO ESB.
  • Knowledge of backend DB stack (Oracle 19c, Exadata on AWS, SQL Server) and VM-level considerations.
  • Experience with Windows Server 2016-2025 and RHEL 7-9 virtualization dependencies.
  • Proficiency with VMware networking: vSwitch, dvSwitch, VLAN, NSX (preferred).
  • Familiarity with automation using PowerCLI, Terraform, Ansible.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for VM performance, storage mapping, and cross-platform issues.
  • Hands-on AWS EC2/EBS design for migrated VMs and high-availability architectures.
  • Knowledge of AWS networking: VPC, routing, DX/VPN, TGW, security boundaries.
  • Experience integrating VMware migrations with AWS monitoring, backup, and DR services.
  • Familiarity with Terraform-based AWS infra automation and migration tools.
  • Experience in creating security blueprints and roadmaps for cloud adoption.
  • Proficiency in designing secure, scalable, and compliant cloud architectures.
  • Experience in assessing cloud environments for vulnerabilities and managing risk.
  • Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Special Requirements

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Compensation & Location

Salary: $130,000 – $170,000 per year (Estimated)

Location: Irvine, CA

Recruiter / Company – Contact Information

Recruiter / Employer: Qualis1 Inc

Email: sam@qualis1inc.com

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