Posted 7 days ago
VMware Infrastructure Specialist
@ HCLTech
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
HCLTech is hiring a Senior VMware Infrastructure Specialist to lead a large-scale VMware modernization program across Canadian and US data centers. The role covers architecture, migration of workloads from vSphere 8 to VMware Cloud Foundation 9.x, and disaster recovery design. The posting states a hybrid arrangement in Edmonton, AB, plus benefits including medical, dental, RRSP and paid vacation.
Responsibilities:
- Lead VMware architecture and upgrades from vSphere 8 to VCF 9.x
- Plan and execute workload migrations into VCF environments
- Develop implementation plans, testing strategies and documentation
- Participate in disaster recovery and high-availability design
- Support operations with troubleshooting and optimization
Requirements summary:
- 7+ years IT infrastructure, 4+ years VMware
- Proven VCF 9.x upgrade and migration experience
- VCP-DCV, VCP-NV and VCP-TKG certifications
- Knowledge of SRM, NSX-T, vSphere, vSAN and vLCM
- Strong communication skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | IT |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | VCP-DCV, VCP-NV, VCP-TKG |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
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HCLTech
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
As a Senior VMware Infrastructure Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving a large-scale VMware modernization program across multiple data centers in Canada and the United States. This strategic position involves leading the planning, architecture, and execution of upgrades from vSphere 8 to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.x, ensuring seamless workload migration, and supporting critical infrastructure initiatives that underpin the client's modernization and digital transformation objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architectural design, implementation, and optimization of VMware environments, focusing on upgrades from vSphere 8 to VCF 9.x.
- Plan and execute comprehensive migration strategies for workloads into VCF environments, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
- Collaborate with Solution Architects and cross-functional Infrastructure teams to deliver high-impact projects on schedule and within scope.
- Develop and maintain detailed project implementation plans, rigorous testing strategies, operational procedures, and comprehensive supporting documentation.
- Ensure robust infrastructure governance, compliance with regulatory standards, risk mitigation, and operational readiness across all modernization initiatives.
- Participate actively in disaster recovery planning, high-availability solution design, and regular testing to support business continuity requirements.
- Support ongoing operations with troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement recommendations for VMware platforms.
Skill Requirements
- Extensive hands-on experience in VMware architecture, design, and implementation, especially in large-scale enterprise environments.
- Proven expertise in upgrading VMware environments to VCF 9.x and migrating workloads to VCF 9.x platforms.
- In-depth knowledge of the VMware product stack, including SRM (Site Recovery Manager), NSX-T, vSphere, vSAN, and vLCM (vSphere Lifecycle Manager).
- Valid VMware certifications:
- VCP-DCV (Data Center Virtualization / vSphere)
- VCP-NV (Network Virtualization / NSX)
- VCP-TKG (Tanzu Kubernetes Grid)
- Minimum 7 years of IT Infrastructure experience, with at least 4 years working extensively with VMware technologies.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in developing and executing IT business continuity, security, and risk assessment methodologies.
Other Requirements (Optional)
- Experience serving as a solution or system architect on large infrastructure transformation projects.
- Experience with automation and scripting for VMware environments.
Education
- Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Work Location: Edmonton, AB. - Hybrid
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees, including:
- Medical / Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Professional growth and career development opportunities
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
Note: AI-assisted screening technology may be used as part of the initial application review process. All applications will undergo recruiter and hiring manager review before any hiring decisions are made.
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