World Wide Technology

Domain Architect - VMware VKS

World Wide Technology • $180K — $220K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Kubernetes experience and knowledge of enterprise architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2 and training in VCF 9.
  • Deep understanding of Kubernetes and modern application platforms like VKS.
  • Familiarity with container networking (NSX), storage solutions (vSAN/CNS), and monitoring tools.
  • Proven experience in a customer-facing professional services role, with consulting exposure.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of load balancing and proficiency with the AVI load balancer.
  • Certifications in Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD/CKS) are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design workshops with customers focused on VKS integration with VCF 9.
  • Define the architecture for VKS clusters and their integration with NSX and VCF Suite.
  • Create a technical roadmap for adopting Kubernetes-based workloads.
  • Provide expert advice on governance, security, and operational models for container technologies.
  • Develop key architecture artifacts, reference designs, and high-level presentations for stakeholders.
  • Mentor and guide both consultants and customer teams on best practices in containerization.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technology.
  • Engagement in strategic decision-making processes.
  • Professional development through mentorship.
  • Exposure to a variety of customer environments and challenges.
  • Influence the adoption and design of innovative Kubernetes solutions.
Full Job Description
Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years Kubernetes experience and enterprise architecture exposure.
  • Hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2; exposure to or training in VCF 9.
  • Strong background in Kubernetes, VKS (formally TKG), and modern application platforms.
  • Familiarity with container networking (NSX), storage (vSAN/CNS), and monitoring (VCF Ops for Containers).
  • Proven customer-facing experience in professional services or consulting.
  • Understand load balancing and product knowledge of AVI load balancer
  • Kubernetes certifications (CKA/CKAD/CKS).
  • Hybrid cloud experience (VMC on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, GCP VMware Engine).
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and GitOps workflows.

Certifications
  • VMware Certified Advanced Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation vSphere Kubernetes Service (VCAP-VKS) or 10+ years of Kubernetes experience
  • VMware Certified Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation Architect (2V0-13.25)

Skills Checklist

Kubernetes & Container Platform Design
  • VKS (VMware vSphere Kubernetes Service) architecture and design
  • VKS cluster design and deployment
  • Kubernetes workload domain strategy
  • Container governance, security, and RBAC models
  • DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and GitOps workflows

VCF Integration & Networking
  • VKS integration with VCF 9 architecture
  • NSX container networking and security design
  • AVI load balancer design and implementation
  • Container storage design (vSAN/CNS integration)
  • VCF Operations for container monitoring

Customer Engagement & Strategy
  • Lead customer-facing design sessions and workshops
  • Define Kubernetes adoption roadmap and strategy
  • Translate business requirements into container platform requirements
  • Executive-level presentations and stakeholder communication
  • Advise on container adoption and operational models

Architecture & Documentation
  • Develop VKS architecture artifacts and reference designs
  • Create integration specifications with NSX , AVI and Aria Suite
  • Document design decisions and tradeoffs
  • Build deployment blueprints for VKS
  • Capture functional and non-functional requirements

Technical Leadership & Oversight
  • Oversee consultant deployment activities
  • Ensure delivery alignment with VKS design specifications
  • Mentor consultants and customer teams on containerization
  • Provide technical guidance on Kubernetes best practices
  • Quality assurance and design validation

Platform Knowledge
  • VCF 5.2+ hands-on experience with VCF 9 exposure
  • Modern application platform architecture
  • Container security and compliance frameworks
  • Multi-tenancy and workload isolation strategies
  • Hybrid cloud Kubernetes (VMC on AWS, AVS, GCVE)

Operations
  • Day-2 operations strategy for Kubernetes platforms
  • Container lifecycle management
  • Monitoring, logging, and observability design
  • Backup and disaster recovery for containerized workloads

Description and Overview

The VKS Architect will design Kubernetes strategies, guide customer adoption of VKS, and ensure modern application platforms align with enterprise business objectives. This role focuses on solution design, integration strategy, and technical leadership for VKS within the broader VCF architecture.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead design sessions with customer stakeholders for VKS on VCF 9.
  • Define architecture for VKS clusters, workload domains, and integration with NSX and VCF Suite.
  • Provide technical roadmap and adoption strategy for Kubernetes-based workloads.
  • Advise customers on container adoption, governance, security, and operational models.
  • Develop architecture artifacts, reference designs, and executive-level presentations.
  • Mentor consultants and customer technical staff on containerization best practices.

About World Wide Technology

World Wide Technology (WWT) is a technology solution provider that offers a wide range of services to businesses and organizations. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri. WWT provides a variety of services, including consulting, design, integration, and managed services. The company has a strong focus on innovation and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. WWT has partnerships with many leading technology companies, including Cisco, Dell, and Microsoft. The company has a global presence, with offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about World Wide Technology
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1990
* Ladders Estimates

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