Virtualization Administrator

Pragmatike

. Administer, monitor, maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot VMware vSphere and VMware Cloud Foundation environments .

Posted 10/27/2026contractRemote • Spain, ItalyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in administering and optimizing VMware vSphere and VMware Cloud Foundation environments, with strong scripting and automation skills using tools like Python and Terraform. Proficient in troubleshooting virtualization issues and applying Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to enhance operational efficiency.

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VMware vSphere AdministrationVMware Cloud Foundation ManagementScripting and Automation with PythonInfrastructure as Code (IaC) with TerraformTroubleshooting Virtualization Issues

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Hard Skills

VMware vSphereVMware Cloud FoundationHyper-VKVMTerraformPowerShellAnsibleCommand-Line ToolsVirtualization Infrastructure ManagementLifecycle Patching

Soft Skills

Methodical TroubleshootingSelf-ManagementResults FocusAdaptabilityInclusive Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Enterprise-Grade VirtualizationProduction EnvironmentsCompliance StandardsOperational NeedsPerformance Bottlenecks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudPythonTerraformVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer, monitor, maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot VMware vSphere and VMware Cloud Foundation environments
Install, configure, and maintain VMware vSphere and VMware Cloud Foundation environments
Support Nutanix, Hyper-V, and OLVM/KVM environments as required
Perform VMware lifecycle patching, host updates, and approved configuration changes
Implement virtualization solutions meeting customer operational needs
Apply security best practices and maintain compliance with applicable standards
Monitor virtual machine and host health and performance
Tune environments and proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
Troubleshoot virtualization issues and resolve incidents and problems while minimizing service disruption
Maintain scripts and tools for administration, provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring
Assess virtualization technology improvements, including proof-of-concept deployments
Work with IT teams, stakeholders, and vendors to deliver virtualization projects under the Team Lead’s guidance
Provide updates on project progress, issues, and resolutions
Guide junior colleagues in established practices
Maintain infrastructure and process documentation and report on platform health, performance, and capacity
Provide on-call/standby support on a rotation basis
Provide ad hoc support, special projects, and temporary service-delivery assignments as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on experience supporting and operating enterprise-grade virtualization infrastructure in production environments
Proven hands-on experience installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting VMware vSphere and VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
Experience with VMware VCF, including VCF Operations and VCF Automation core components
Exposure to alternative virtualization platforms such as Microsoft Hyper-V and KVM
Strong scripting and automation skills using tools such as Python, PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible
Hands-on experience applying Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles with Terraform to provision and manage virtual infrastructure, particularly VMware vSphere resources
Proficiency with command-line tools for managing virtualized systems
Sound understanding of storage, networking, backup, server hardware, and operating-system dependencies
Methodical troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve incidents with minimal service disruption
Ability to follow established procedures and change-management controls
Secondary school education or equivalent, supplemented by specialized IT training
Professional proficiency in English, both verbal and written
Ability to work inclusively with people of all backgrounds and perspectives
Self-management: handles pressure and ambiguity, welcomes feedback, and pursues professional growth
Results focus: takes initiative and delivers high-quality outcomes
Adaptability: welcomes new ideas and responds positively to change

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime rates: 125% of the daily rate Monday to Saturday, and 150% on Sundays and client public holidays
Overtime and on-call interventions may alternatively be compensated with time off, if mutually agreed by both parties
Flexible setup: on-site in Valencia or Brindisi, or fully remote within Southern & Eastern Europe, with up to 5 days of teleworking per week
Opportunity to grow through certifications, on-the-job learning, and knowledge sharing
Long-term project
Hands-on exposure to VMware VCF, Nutanix, Hyper-V, OLVM/KVM, and Infrastructure as Code with Terraform