Senior Windows Server, VMware Engineer

Unisys

. Build, migrate, and perform in-place upgrades of Windows Server operating systems .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Windows Server administration and VMware virtualization, with a strong focus on automation using PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Python. Capable of managing enterprise-level infrastructure solutions, ensuring high availability, and supporting disaster recovery initiatives.

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Windows Server AdministrationVMware Virtualization (ESXi, vSphere, vCenter)PowerShell ScriptingDisaster Recovery SolutionsTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2022, 2025VMware ESXiVMware vSphereVMware vCenterPowerCLIPythonBackup and Recovery SolutionsActive DirectoryGroup PolicyPatch Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationTroubleshootingIncident InvestigationRoot Cause AnalysisProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Anthropic ClaudeOracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)Oracle Cloud VMware Solution (OCVS)

Industry Keywords

Cloud TransformationHybrid CloudBusiness ContinuityHigh AvailabilityVirtualized Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudOraclePythonVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, migrate, and perform in-place upgrades of Windows Server operating systems
Design, implement, and support enterprise Windows Server and VMware-based infrastructure solutions
Participate in Cloud and Hybrid Cloud transformation, migration, consolidation, and modernization initiatives
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain server hardware, operating systems, virtualization platforms, and associated software
Administer and maintain VMware ESXi, vSphere, vCenter, and related VMware technologies
Coordinate system backup, storage, networking, and recovery operations to ensure high availability and business continuity
Develop and implement automation solutions using PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, or similar technologies
Provide advanced troubleshooting and third-level support for complex infrastructure issues
Execute complex infrastructure changes and develop detailed implementation and back-out plans
Monitor enterprise systems, antivirus solutions, patch compliance, performance metrics, and user administration activities
Conduct health checks, capacity analysis, log reviews, incident investigations, and root cause analysis
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, operational procedures, and knowledge articles
Utilize AI-assisted tools such as Anthropic Claude to improve documentation, technical analysis, automation development, and operational efficiency
Communicate project status, risks, issues, and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and management
Support disaster recovery, resiliency, and business continuity initiatives within enterprise and cloud environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
7+ years of Windows Server administration experience in enterprise environments
7+ years of hands-on VMware virtualization experience (ESXi, vSphere, vCenter)
Experience building, upgrading, migrating, and administering Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2022, and 2025
Knowledge of VMware ESXi, vSphere, vCenter, and related virtualization technologies
PowerShell, PowerCLI, and/or Python scripting for automation
Server hardware, storage, and networking fundamentals supporting virtualized environments
Backup, recovery, and high-availability/business continuity solutions
Active Directory, Group Policy, and Windows infrastructure services
Patch management, antivirus/endpoint compliance, and performance monitoring tools
Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis, and change management processes
Strong technical documentation skills, including architecture diagrams, runbooks, and knowledge articles
Applicant should be eligible for any required U.S. Government authorizations for access to export-controlled commodities and technology
Experience with AI-powered productivity and technical analysis tools, including Anthropic Claude, is highly desirable
Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and Oracle Cloud VMware Solution (OCVS) is preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment commitment
Reasonable accommodation assistance for US job seekers