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Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to lead the enterprise-wide design and implementation of VMware Broadcom vSAN solutions across 23 manufacturing and corporate sites. This senior-level role requires deep expertise in virtualization architecture, infrastructure-as-code, and complex multi-site deployments. Key Responsibilities •Lead end-to-end design and implementation of VMware Broadcom vSAN solutions across 23 sites, including architecture, capacity planning, resiliency, and standardization •Develop and implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform for both on-premises and cloud environments •Perform comprehensive site readiness assessments covering rack space, power, cooling, network connectivity, cabling, and deployment prerequisites •Coordinate and oversee Lenovo vSAN Ready Node deployment, including hardware receipt, racking, stacking, cabling, labeling, and inventory validation •Install, configure, and standardize Lenovo server BIOS, firmware, drivers, ESXi hosts, vCenter, and vSAN clusters per enterprise standards •Configure and optimize vSAN storage, VMkernel networking, vMotion, distributed switches, VLANs, MTU settings, and cluster policies for performance and availability •Collaborate with network, security, and infrastructure teams to implement DNS, NTP, firewall, certificate, monitoring, backup, and access control requirements •Develop and execute migration strategies for transitioning workloads from legacy Nutanix and VMware environments to Lenovo vSAN infrastructure •Lead VM migration, application cutover, validation, and stabilization activities while minimizing business disruption •Conduct health checks, performance tuning, failover testing, storage policy validation, capacity management, and operational readiness reviews •Produce architecture documentation, build guides, SOPs, migration runbooks, and provide Level 3 operational support and knowledge transfer Required Experience & Qualifications •10+ years of enterprise infrastructure and virtualization architecture experience •5+ years of hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, vCenter, and vSAN environments •Advanced expertise in Lenovo server platforms and vSAN Ready Node deployments •Demonstrated experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) for on-premises and cloud infrastructure •Strong knowledge of Nutanix and legacy virtualization platforms for migration planning •Expert-level understanding of storage architecture, performance optimization, and data protection strategies •Proficiency in network configuration (VLANs, MTU, distributed switches, VMkernel networking) •Experience with multi-site infrastructure coordination and standardization •Relevant certifications: VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) or VMware Certified Professional (VCP) required •Preferred: Terraform certification or equivalent IaC expertise Physical Requirements •Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly •Capable of working in data center environments with varying temperature and noise levels •Comfortable with climbing ladders and working at heights for equipment installation and assessment •Ability to stand, walk, and move about the workplace for extended periods during site assessments •Willingness to travel to manufacturing and corporate sites (estimated 30-40% travel) •Willingness to perform on-call support and emergency response duties as needed Preferred Skills •Experience with VMware NSX networking and security •Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions •Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools •Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects
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