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Virtualization Operations Engineer, Basel
Client:
Swisslinx
Location:
Basel, Switzerland
Job Reference:
253c5bd79f3e
Job Views:
3
Posted:
02.04.2025
Expiry Date:
17.05.2025
Job Description:
As the premier supplier to our international banking client in Basel, Swisslinx is looking for a Virtualization Operations Engineer with broad knowledge of data centre infrastructure and virtualization technologies (VMWare) to join a small IT Operations team on a long-term basis.
This is a rolling 12-month contract with an option to extend up to five years as the role is crucial to day-to-day operations.
The role is starting ASAP; however, our client can wait longer for the right candidate.
Joining a small and diverse core infrastructure team covering Networking, Linux, DBA, and Container topics, the purpose of the role is to provide support in maintaining and improving the virtualized operating environment and supporting the operations team in lifecycle management, resolving technical issues, and coordinating changes with various outsourcing partners.
We are looking for candidates that have previously performed in an operational role, specifically in 2nd and 3rd level troubleshooting of technical issues in cooperation with other specialized teams.
Your responsibilities will include the following:
1. Preparation and execution of infrastructure upgrades
2. Security and vulnerabilities management, assessing risks, and implementing collaborative working with team members and service-managed partners
3. INC + CHG management in relation to DC and VMware infrastructure
4. Monitoring, reporting, and capacity planning
5. Improvement of the current DC infrastructure
6. Cisco UCS infrastructure management
7. Storage management and provisioning
8. VMware infrastructure management
9. RCM and lifecycle management for DC components including remote locations
10. Failover and DR preparation and execution
11. RFC management for managed devices
12. Integration with internal/company infrastructure tools
13. Adopting/supporting new technology solutions
14. Backup solution integration/administration
15. Ansible automation - Tower and Playbooks integration
16. Understanding of Azure IAAS as a potential future concept
In order to be considered for this role, you will possess the following skills and experience:
1. Solid understanding of Storage, Network, and Compute in an enterprise virtualization context
2. At least 5 years of experience building, maintaining, and operating resilient virtualization platforms based on VMware technology
3. Experience with converged infrastructure and software-defined network and storage technologies
4. A good understanding of data center technologies, requirements, and processes
5. Experience with storage systems, e.g., SAN block storage
6. Ability to follow ITIL-based change management procedures and processes
7. Readiness to work outside normal working hours during service windows and to provide on-call cover for evenings and weekends
8. Ability to actively work to support culture change initiatives
9. Ability to provide design input in an enterprise environment
10. Fluency in English
The following is nice to have:
1. Experience with PowerMax and storage systems
2. Experience with Veeam or Networker backup solution used within a virtualized environment
3. Experience with automation tools such as Ansible
4. Experience with system deployment automation
5. Knowledge of Cloud-based technologies including experience with Azure and/or AWS
6. Broad understanding of IT best practices and their application in a business environment
Please note interviews would be conducted via video call (usually max two rounds); however, the role is based 100% in Switzerland. Our client offers:
1. The opportunity to work in a diverse and international environment on a long-term basis
2. 50% working from home
3. 20 days working remotely from abroad per year
4. Modern office in central Basel with a subsidized canteen
Are you interested in working in an international environment in one of the most important financial companies worldwide? Then apply now! We look forward to receiving your full application by the deadline on Friday, 9th August.
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