Senior System Engineer (all genders) – VMware Virtualization

Work Environment: Client from the public sector / critical data center infrastructure

For the operation and further development of a business-critical virtualization platform at a client from the public sector, we are looking for an experienced Senior VMware Engineer (all genders).

The platform places high demands on availability, stability, security, and quality. You will work in a complex enterprise environment and be responsible for the stable operation and continuous further development of the VMware infrastructure. You will analyze and resolve challenging technical issues, optimize operational processes, and support knowledge transfer within the team to ensure sustainable and high-quality operation.

You have sound experience in the enterprise operation of VMware environments, work pragmatically and solution-oriented, take responsibility, and possess a strong hands-on mentality.

Platform Operation and Administration

• Operation and administration of VMware vSphere environments
• Analysis and resolution of complex incidents
• Implementation of technical changes
• Capacity and availability management
• Support for maintenance, upgrade, and migration measures
• Ensuring stable and audit-proof operation

• Ensuring a high professional quality of service delivery
• Conducting technical reviews
• Participation in the optimization of operational processes
• Support in critical technical issues and escalations
• Identification of technical risks and derivation of appropriate measures

• Maintenance and creation of technical documentation
• Support in building and further developing knowledge bases
• Knowledge transfer within the team
• Reduction of knowledge and personnel dependencies
• Support in establishing robust representation arrangements

• Professional collaboration with the client's contact persons
• Participation in technical discussions
• Proactive communication of risks and needs for action
• Support in the successful implementation of customer requirements

Technical Requirements

• Successfully completed studies in Computer Science (Business Informatics or equivalent) or a comparable IT education
• Several years of practical experience in operating larger VMware enterprise environments
• Very good knowledge in: 
  • VMware vSphere
  • VMware ESXi
  • VMware vCenter
  • Virtual Infrastructure Management
• Sound knowledge in the Windows Server environment
• Experience in data center operations
• Experience in incident, problem, and change management
• Experience in installation, administration, and migration of systems
• Very good documentation skills
• Knowledge of established IT service processes (e.g., ITIL)

• Veeam Backup & Recovery
• Storage technologies
• Microsoft Server Infrastructure
• PowerShell automation
• Experience in public sector, KRITIS (critical infrastructure), or enterprise environments
• VMware certifications
• Experience in complex migration or transformation projects

• High self-responsibility in the analysis and solution of complex problems
• Strong quality awareness
• Structured and sustainable working method
• Customer-oriented demeanor
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to actively share knowledge
• Hands-on mentality combined with strategic understanding of operational processes
• Very good German language skills and good English language skills

• Existing security clearance (SÜ2) or willingness to undergo a security clearance

• Involvement in a challenging project and operational environment
• Participation in a business-critical enterprise infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced specialists and architects
• Support in documentation, knowledge transfer, and quality assurance
• Opportunity to actively shape the further development of a central infrastructure
• Work according to defined processes, standards, and quality requirements

• Exciting tasks in stable and complex IT infrastructures
• Work with modern virtualization and Microsoft technologies
• Professional development and prospects towards architecture and technical leadership
• Flexible working hours and mobile working
• 30 days of vacation plus additional days off on December 24th and 31st, 2026
• Attractive remuneration including annual salary and bonus rounds
• Employer-funded occupational pension plan
• Permanent employment contract in a future-oriented IT company
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Modern hardware equipment
• Company car option, including electric vehicles
• JobRad (company bicycle) offer
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths
• Regular team and company events

You have the choice: Send us your CV, stating the reference number (DG-RM-093), via email to ----- or upload your documents via our career portal.

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