Senior Infrastructure & Virtualization Engineer
Location: Mumbai (On-site / Hybrid)
Experience: 3–7 Years
Department: IT Infrastructure / Datacenter Operations
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Infrastructure & Virtualization Engineer to manage and optimize our datacenter-hosted infrastructure. The role focuses on virtualization, server management, backup systems, and advanced troubleshooting across multiple client environments.
This is a hands-on, production-critical role requiring strong problem-solving skills and ownership.
Key Responsibilities
Virtualization & Servers
Deploy, manage, and optimize virtualization platforms:
Proxmox (primary environment)
VMware / Hyper-V (if applicable)
Create and manage virtual machines, templates, and clusters
Monitor resource utilization (CPU, RAM, Disk I/O) and optimize performance
Datacenter Infrastructure
Manage servers hosted in datacenters
Handle:
Server provisioning
Hardware coordination with DC teams
RAID, storage, and disk management
Ensure uptime and high availability of hosted systems
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Implement and manage backup solutions (e.g., Acronis, Veeam)
Perform backup monitoring, restoration testing, and DR drills
Handle data recovery in critical scenarios
Security & Access
Manage server security, firewall rules, and access control
Handle antivirus / endpoint protection
Ensure data safety and compliance
Networking
Configure and troubleshoot:
VPNs
VLANs
Firewall rules
Basic routing & switching
Work with ISPs and datacenter networking teams
Troubleshooting & Support
Provide L2/L3 support for server and virtualization issues
Diagnose:
High CPU / RAM usage
Disk bottlenecks
Network latency
Perform root cause analysis and preventive actions
Monitoring & Optimization
Implement monitoring tools and alerts
Maintain system performance, uptime, and SLA compliance
Team & Client Interaction
Guide junior engineers
Handle client escalations and critical issues
Assist in solution design and infrastructure planning
Required Skills
Core Technical Skills
Strong hands-on experience in:
Proxmox (preferred) or similar virtualization platforms
Experience managing datacenter-hosted servers
Backup solutions: Acronis / Veeam
OS knowledge:
Windows Server
Linux (basic to intermediate)
Storage understanding:
RAID configurations
NAS / SAN
Networking Skills
Good understanding of:
TCP/IP
VPNs
Firewalls
VLANs
Tools & Environment
Remote access tools (RDP, TSplus, etc.)
Monitoring tools and logging systems
Soft Skills
Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking
Ability to handle pressure situations and critical downtime
Good communication with clients and internal teams
Ownership mindset
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in MSP / multi-client environment
Exposure to accounting or ERP hosting (e.g., Tally environments)
Certifications (optional but good to have):
VMware / Linux / Networking
Key Expectations
Ability to independently handle production environments
Fast response to incidents
Proactive system improvements
High accountability for uptime and performance
Ideal Candidate Profile (VERY IMPORTANT – for your hiring clarity)
Look for someone who:
Has actually managed servers, not just “configured” them
Has faced real downtime scenarios
Understands disk failures, backup corruption, VM crashes
Can troubleshoot without Google dependency in critical cases
Pay: ₹350,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
