Hybrid Infrastructure Engineer

Hybrid Infrastructure Engineer

Hybrid Infrastructure Platform Team | Remote

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Hybrid Infrastructure Engineer to join their global Technology and Architecture organization. This role focuses on designing, building, and operating secure and scalable hybrid infrastructure across Microsoft Azure and on-premises VMware environments.

The successful candidate will help ensure core infrastructure platforms remain resilient, secure, and optimized while supporting global technology operations in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This is a remote-first position working with distributed teams across multiple time zones.

Key Responsibilities

Hybrid Infrastructure Design & Implementation

• Design and deploy hybrid cloud infrastructure across Azure and on-premises datacenters
• Implement Azure services including virtual machines, networking, storage, and backup solutions
• Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using ARM templates or Terraform

VMware Infrastructure Operations

• Architect, deploy, and optimize VMware environments (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi)
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness
• Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and troubleshooting

Azure Management & Automation

• Manage and optimize Azure infrastructure services
• Automate provisioning using PowerShell, Python, ARM templates, or Terraform
• Monitor resource utilization and ensure cost efficiency and compliance

Disaster Recovery & Backup

• Implement and support backup solutions such as Veeam and Azure Backup
• Maintain business continuity and disaster recovery strategies across hybrid environments

Observability & Monitoring

• Implement monitoring and observability using tools such as SolarWinds
• Monitor infrastructure and network performance metrics including latency and packet loss

Network & Security Engineering

• Configure and manage Fortinet/FortiGate firewalls and security appliances
• Implement security policies, patching, and compliance practices

Infrastructure DevOps & Datacenter Support

• Support virtualization platforms, servers, storage, and backup systems
• Execute infrastructure upgrades and datacenter projects
• Automate operational workflows and improve system reliability

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work closely with development, security, and operations teams
• Provide documentation, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer

Required Qualifications

Professional Experience

• Proven experience delivering hybrid infrastructure projects across cloud and on-prem environments
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• VMware (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi)
• Microsoft Azure infrastructure services
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform or ARM templates)
• Experience implementing backup and disaster recovery solutions (Veeam preferred)
• Experience with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds
• Experience managing Fortinet/FortiGate firewalls and enterprise security practices
• Strong scripting skills using PowerShell, Python, or similar
• Experience supporting datacenter infrastructure and virtualization environments

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across infrastructure stacks
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Continuous improvement and automation mindset
• Customer-focused service approach

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Preferred Certifications

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Microsoft Azure certifications (Administrator or Solutions Architect)
• ITIL Foundation, TOGAF, or similar certifications

Working Conditions

• Fully remote role with global collaboration
• Rotational midshift or night shift (North America hours) may be required
• Occasional travel to offices or data centers for key projects

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance (employee and dependents)
• Life insurance coverage
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Retirement/savings plan
• Annual incentives
• Professional development and certification support
• Opportunities for career growth

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, or any protected status.

Vaco PLC is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.