Trident Consulting is looking for a Virtualization Engineer/ Architect to join our team

Role: Virtualization Engineer/ Architect

Location: Los Altos CA (Onsite)

Type: Contract to hire

Key Responsibilities:

• Storage and Virtualization Migration:
• Lead and guide the team in assessing and integrating new storage and virtualization technologies.
• Participate in the renewal process for VMware, Pure Storage, and Rubrik, evaluating potential integration and migration options.
• Handle support requests related to storage and virtualization, providing Tier 3 support and escalating issues to VMware/Broadcom as needed.
• Focus on migration experience with any one of these (Pure Storage, NetApp, Nutanix, HPE, Cloudian, and VMware.)
• Systems Support:
• Provide higher-level problem resolution for Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
• Assist the Tier 1 team with complex issues and mentor them as needed.
• Set up and configure Active Directory from scratch, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Network Support:
• Support network-related tasks, including Juniper switch upgrades.
• Provide lower-priority network support as needed, ensuring smooth network operations.
• Collaboration and Leadership:
• Work closely with IT management, senior leadership, and researchers to understand their needs and provide technical guidance.
• Exhibit a go-getter mentality, proactively solving problems and assisting others.
• Foster a collaborative environment, contributing to a unique and dynamic organization.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in storage and virtualization migration, specifically with Pure Storage, NetApp, Nutanix, HPE, Cloudian, and VMware.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle Tier 3 support requests for storage and virtualization.
• Experience with VMware/Broadcom escalation support.
• Proficiency in managing and supporting Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
• Hands-on experience setting up and configuring Active Directory from scratch.
• Knowledge of Juniper switch upgrades and general network support.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside IT management and senior leadership.
• A proactive, go-getter attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to help others.

About Trident: Trident Consulting is an award-winning IT/engineering staffing company founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, CA. We specialize in placing high-quality vetted technology and engineering professionals in contract and full-time roles. Trident's commitment is to deliver the best and brightest individuals in the industry for our clients' toughest requirements.

Some of our recent awards include: 2022, 2021, 2020 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America 2022, 2021 SF Business Times 100 fastest-growing private companies in Bay Area