Infrastructure Engineer

SimSpace

. Deploy, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain VMware-based infrastructure, including vCenter-managed environments and associated compute resources .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in VMware-based infrastructure management, including deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance, while ensuring high availability and reliability. Proficient in technical documentation and capable of operating within a 99.999% uptime environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

VMware Certified Professional (VCP)5+ Years VMware Infrastructure ExperienceLayer 1 Data Center OperationsCisco and Dell Switch ConfigurationInfrastructure Monitoring Tools

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Hard Skills

VMware Infrastructure ManagementLinux Deployment and AdministrationRack-and-Stack OperationsCable ManagementServer Hardware TroubleshootingTechnical DocumentationNetwork VisualizationCisco ConfigurationDell SwitchingBasic Networking Concepts

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

VMware vCenterMicrosoft VisioInfrastructure Monitoring ToolsPure StorageNetAppAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformAWSPalo Alto NetworksFortinet

Certifications & Qualifications

VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

Industry Keywords

99.999% Uptime EnvironmentRoot-Cause AnalysisService AvailabilityCapacity ManagementInfrastructure Risk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformLinuxSwitchingVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deploy, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain VMware-based infrastructure, including vCenter-managed environments and associated compute resources
Perform Layer 1 data center work, including rack-and-stack, structured cable management, hardware installation and replacement, server repair, and physical troubleshooting
Operate infrastructure in a 99.999% uptime environment
Respond to monitoring alerts and incidents
Participate in root-cause analysis and disciplined recovery and remediation activities
Use infrastructure and monitoring tools to assess system health and identify emerging issues
Validate service availability and support proactive capacity and reliability management
Create and maintain infrastructure documentation, including Visio diagrams, IP-address management records, rack layouts, cable documentation, and network visualizations
Perform basic Linux deployment and administration tasks
Use common troubleshooting tools and securely connect to remote systems
Configure and troubleshoot Cisco and Dell switching environments
Support connectivity changes associated with server and data center operations
Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours infrastructure issues requiring investigation, escalation, or hands-on remediation

Requirements

What you’ll need

VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent demonstrated expertise
5+ years of relevant experience operating VMware-based infrastructure
Experience supporting infrastructure in a 99.999% uptime environment
Hands-on Layer 1 experience with rack-and-stack, cable management, server hardware, component replacement, and physical troubleshooting
Strong technical-documentation skills using Microsoft Visio, IP management, rack layouts, and network visualization
Experience using infrastructure-monitoring tools
Working knowledge of Linux for system deployment, operational tools, and remote connections
Working knowledge of basic networking concepts
Hands-on experience with Cisco and/or Dell switch configuration
Located in the Greater Boston area
Able to participate in an on-call rotation, including occasional after-hours response
Preferred: experience with enterprise storage platforms such as Pure Storage or NetApp
Preferred: experience with VMware NSX, vCenter integrations, GENEVE, VXLAN, or related software-defined networking concepts
Preferred: operational or design experience with Azure, Google Cloud Platform, AWS, or similar public-cloud environments
Preferred: experience administering or supporting Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, or comparable firewall platforms
Preferred: infrastructure project planning, technical design, dependency coordination, and implementation communication
Preferred: monitoring CVEs, security breaches, vendor advisories, geopolitical events, and other infrastructure-risk developments
Preferred: VAR, customer-facing, or end-user-facing experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonuses tied to company performance and individual contributions
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Savings plans
Company-paid counseling, coaching, and family resources through Spring Health
401(k)-retirement savings plan with company match
Flex vacation
Company holidays
Dedicated health & wellness days
Paid parental leave
Equity stock options at hire
Annual performance-based equity grants
Full- and partial-subsidized Peloton Interactive Wellness Program memberships
Peloton equipment discounts
LinkedIn Learning membership
Monthly reimbursements for meaningful connections with teammates through the SocialSpace Community
Legal plan coverage
Pet insurance
Wellness reimbursements