Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer

Title: Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer
Location: San Jose California (hybrid)
Duration: 6 month contract to hire
Compensation: $70-75/hr
Work Requirements: U.S. Citizen GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

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:
Bachelors 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.

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