Akkodis is seeking a VMware- Nutanix Engineer for a Contract job with a client in Richmond, VA/Jacksonville, FL/Plano, TX/Charlotte, NC/Chicago, IL/Kennesaw, GA/Chandler, AZ - Hybrid (3 days onsite in a Week). Ideally looking for applicants with a solid background in the financial services industry.
Pay Range: $70-80.25/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated engineer to join our team as a Nutanix Engineering and Integration Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing proof of concepts and MVP (Minimum Viable Product) related to Nutanix technologies within an enterprise IT environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful PoC evaluations, demonstrating the value and potential of Nutanix solutions to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in software workload management and orchestration, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop Nutanix solution and demonstrate the capabilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define production Nutanix environment.
- Execute Nutanix suite evaluations, including setup, configuration, testing, and documentation.
- Provide technical guidance and support to stakeholders throughout Nutanix lifecycle.
- Analyze and present design documentation to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Stay up to date with the latest Nutanix technologies and industry trends.
- Identify potential risks and provide recommendations to mitigate them during Nutanix evaluations.
- Work closely with sales, product management, and engineering teams to align Nutanix efforts with business goals.
- Maintain detailed documentation of Nutanix deployment processes, configurations, and lifecycle management.
Required Skills:
- Strong experience with Nutanix technologies; Design/Automation/Deployment Nutanix solution (AHV, Prism Central, Foundation, etc.)
- Knowledgeable in software workload management and orchestration; Self Service (Calm), VAA (vRA)
- Solid understanding of enterprise IT environments and infrastructure.
- Experience with VMware virtualization technology.
- Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform).
- Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (e.g., DMZ Firewall Ports and Protocols).
- Strong understanding of security hardening procedures and concepts.
- Experience with HVD - Virtual Desktop running on Nutanix.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Jenkins, Git).
- Knowledge of storage solutions and technologies.
- Certification in Nutanix technologies (e.g., Nutanix Certified Professional).
- Excellent problem-solving, trouble-shooting and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
Soft Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
Prerequisite Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in software engineering or a related role.
- Proven experience with Nutanix technologies and enterprise IT environments.
MUST HAVE SKILLS:
- Strong experience with Nutanix technologies; Design/Automation/Deployment Nutanix solution (AHV, Prism Central, Foundation, etc.)
- Knowledgeable in software workload management and orchestration (ex. Self Service/Calm, VAA/vRA)
- Solid understanding of enterprise IT environments and infrastructure.
- Experience with VMware virtualization technology.
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, please contact Aditya Singh at aditya.singh@akkodisgroup.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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