Cloud & Data Center Systems Engineer

System Engineer – Data Center Operations Dallas, TX Long TermAre you a skilled Systems Engineer with expertise in VMware and Azure? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can build, maintain, and secure enterprise-level infrastructure? If so, we'd love to have you on our team! In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the availability, performance, and security of our data center operations. You'll be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining our VMware and Azure environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and proactively optimizing our IT infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain VMware vSphere Private Cloud environments, including ESXi, NSX, and vCenter across multiple data centers.Configure and manage VROps, VRM, and SRM for disaster recovery, ensuring business continuity.Provide technical expertise in Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.Monitor and optimize system performance to maintain high availability.Develop and maintain detailed documentation for infrastructure, processes, and validation testing.Support the planning and architecture of VMware environments, ensuring efficient and scalable designs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy hybrid, cloud-native, and on-prem solutions tailored to business needs.Serve as a final-tier escalation point for troubleshooting and resolving critical system issues.Deploy, configure, and maintain Windows servers.Configure, rack, cable, and maintain data center hardware.Participate in on-call rotation for emergency support.Required Technical Skills & Experience:7+ years of hands-on experience supporting VMware and Azure cloud infrastructure.Expertise in VMware vCenter, ESXi, NSX, SRM, VRM, and VROps.Strong experience in Microsoft Azure and Windows Server OS.Proficiency in networking infrastructure (LAN, WAN, VPN) and protocols (TCP/IP, FCoE).Deep understanding of enterprise storage, hardware protocols, and fabrics.Experience working with patch management and change control systems.Knowledge of ITIL frameworks and best practices.Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize infrastructure with a creative and solution-oriented mindset.Willingness to participate in on-call rotations as needed.Preferred Qualifications & Certifications:VMware VCP-NV certificationMicrosoft Azure AZ-104 certificationExperience working with Linux OSEducation & Soft Skills:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).Collaborative mindset and a team-oriented approach.Compensation: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour