Job Description: AVS (Azure VMware Solution) Service Engineer
Position: AVS Service Engineer
Experience: 12+ Years
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned professional with deep expertise in Azure and VMware technologies, specifically focusing on Azure VMware Solution (AVS) services. The ideal candidate will lead enterprise-scale AVS deployments, migrations, and hybrid cloud strategies, while serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on AVS adoption and optimization.
Key Responsibilities
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Solution Design: Architect and implement enterprise-grade AVS solutions, integrating VMware workloads seamlessly with Azure cloud services.
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Migration Expertise: Lead VMware-to-AVS migration projects, ensuring minimal downtime, cost optimization, and security compliance.
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Hybrid Cloud Strategy: Design hybrid architectures combining on-premises VMware environments with Azure AVS for scalability and resiliency.
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Performance Optimization: Drive infrastructure optimization, capacity planning, and cost management for AVS workloads.
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Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with C-level executives, cloud architects, and technical teams to define AVS strategy and roadmap.
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Security & Compliance: Implement governance, identity, and compliance controls for AVS deployments in regulated industries.
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Knowledge Sharing: Conduct POCs, workshops, and training sessions for internal teams and customers on AVS capabilities.
Required Qualifications
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Experience: 12+ years in IT Infrastructure / Cloud with strong background in VMware and Azure.
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Azure Expertise: Hands-on experience with Azure services (Networking, Storage, Security, Monitoring, ExpressRoute, etc.).
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VMware Expertise: Strong proficiency in VMware vSphere, vCenter, NSX, vSAN, HCX, and VMware Cloud Foundation.
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AVS Skills: Proven experience in designing, deploying, and managing Azure VMware Solution (AVS) environments.
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Migration Tools: Expertise with HCX, Site Recovery, and third-party tools for VMware-to-AVS migrations.
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Automation: Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep) for AVS deployments.
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Data Center Operations: Solid knowledge of networking, storage, and security for hybrid infrastructures.
Preferred Qualifications
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Certifications:
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
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VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or higher
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VMware Cloud on Azure / AVS-specific certifications (preferred)
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Consulting Background: Experience delivering AVS solutions through global consulting firms, system integrators, or hyperscaler partnerships.
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Industry Knowledge: Exposure to Financial Services, Healthcare, or other regulated industries.
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Soft Skills: Excellent communication, customer engagement, and leadership skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Specialized Skills
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Hybrid cloud design and integration (On-prem VMware + AVS + Native Azure).
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Disaster recovery & business continuity solutions using AVS.
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Cost optimization and FinOps strategies for AVS deployments.
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Containerization and Kubernetes integration with VMware & Azure.
