Role Overview
As a Senior Technical Consultant – VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), you will leverage your expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation to design, deploy, and optimize enterprise-scale hybrid cloud and data center solutions. You will work closely with clients to implement VCF-based architectures that enhance operations, automation, security, and scalability. You will serve as a subject matter expert, playing a key role in project teams, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring high-quality solution delivery. This role requires a deep technical understanding of VMware’s VCF platform, integration with third-party solutions, and best practices for deployment and operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the design, deployment, configuration, and validation of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) solutions. (VCF v9.0+ required)
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Responsibility of deployment and configuration of VCF Fleet, vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, NSX, and Aria Suite (LCM, Operations, Network, Logs) within VCF environments.
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Work with customers to define business and technical requirements for VCF-based private and hybrid cloud solutions.
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Design and implement multi-site architectures, workload mobility, and disaster recovery strategies.
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Lead technical discussions, workshops, and knowledge transfer sessions for clients and internal teams.
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Integrate VCF with third-party platforms such as storage, networking, and security solutions.
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Develop and deliver technical documentation, design documents, and best practices for VCF deployments.
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Mentor junior technical consultants and provide guidance on troubleshooting and optimization.
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Participate in pre-sales engagements, helping scope and position VCF solutions for clients.
Required Skills
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Minimum of 10 years of technical experience with VMware and supporting technologies.
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VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Administrator Certification (Exam 2V0-12.25) or VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Architecture Certification (Exam 2V0-13.25)
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Extensive design and deployment expertise with VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 (VCF), including vSphere, NSX, vSAN, and Aria Suite.
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Strong experience with VCF lifecycle management, automation, and workload migration.
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Hands-on experience deploying, upgrading, and managing VCF on various hardware platforms and HCI solutions.
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Experience integrating VCF with third-party tools such as backup, monitoring, and automation solutions.
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Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Industry certifications such as VCAP or equivalent VMware certifications are highly desirable.