VMware Virtualisation Infrastructure Specialist - VOIS

## Who we are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture ## About this Role We are seeking a VMware Virtualisation Infrastructure Specialist with advanced VMware administration and troubleshooting expertise to support complex virtualisation environments. The role focuses on VMware vSphere 7.x and 8.x, VCF 9.0, VxRail, vCenter and ESXi, alongside disaster recovery and infrastructure operations. The successful candidate will also bring Windows Server administration capabilities and work collaboratively on critical incidents, service requests, changes, escalations and continuous service improvements. The role operates within a 24x7 operational environment, including night shifts. ## What you’ll do * Administer and troubleshoot VMware vSphere 7.x and 8.x, VCF 9.0 and VxRail environments. * Support VMware SRM (Site Recovery Manager) 8.1 and VMware Aria administration and troubleshooting. * Diagnose and resolve critical VMware ESXi and vCenter issues, and support vCenter and ESXi upgrades. * Work with DRS, HA, vSwitch, dvSwitch, ESXCLI and ESXTOP. * Extract and analyse vCenter reports and produce performance-analysis reports across virtualisation components. * Troubleshoot hardware issues involving HP ProLiant and Dell servers and work with HP OneView. * Support disaster-recovery operations, including production failover to alternate data centres and third-party sites. * Manage incidents, service requests, changes, problems and escalated technical issues, engaging vendors where required. * Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Group Policy Objects (GPOs). * Support Windows Server upgrades and understand Microsoft Windows Server patching lifecycle activities. * Use PowerCLI and PowerShell scripting to support infrastructure administration and operational activities. * Identify continuous-improvement opportunities and contribute to improvements in service delivery. * Create clear technical documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs). ## Who you are * You have advanced administration and troubleshooting experience with VMware vSphere 7.x/8.x, VCF 9.0 and VxRail. * You have working knowledge of VMware SRM, VMware Aria, HP OneView, vCenter, ESXi, DRS, HA, vSwitch and dvSwitch. * You understand virtualisation performance analysis and can use command-line tools including ESXCLI and ESXTOP. * You have experience supporting disaster-recovery operations and infrastructure incident, change and problem management. * You have Windows administration experience covering Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, server upgrades and patching. * You have experience with Windows PowerCLI and PowerShell scripting. Knowledge of TrueSight BladeLogic and VMware vRA is advantageous. * You communicate clearly, collaborate effectively across teams and can produce detailed technical documentation. * You can handle critical and complex issues while working collaboratively under the guidance of a delivery lead. * You are comfortable operating within ambitious timelines in a dynamic environment while maintaining a customer-focused approach. * You hold a graduation qualification (10+2+3/4). * You are able to work in a 24x7 operational environment, including night shifts. ## Not a perfect fit? Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. ## What's in it for you This role offers the opportunity to work across enterprise virtualisation and infrastructure technologies including VMware vSphere, VCF, VxRail, disaster recovery, Windows Server and infrastructure automation. You will gain exposure to complex production environments, critical troubleshooting, service improvement, vendor collaboration and international stakeholder interactions. ## What skills you will learn You will have opportunities to deepen your expertise in VMware virtualisation, VCF, VxRail, vCenter and ESXi troubleshooting, disaster recovery, infrastructure performance analysis and service improvement. The role also provides scope to strengthen Windows infrastructure administration, PowerShell and PowerCLI scripting, technical documentation, operational problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration. ## VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. ## Join Us At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference. ## Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA ## Follow us on social media * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vois/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voisglobal * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voisglobal/ * You can also chat with our employees to learn more about our projects: https://lnkd.in/dpkrcvR2