VMWare Architect

Lumiere Systems

$120K — $160K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10-15 years of relevant experience in VMware architecture and design
  • VMware Certified Advanced Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation VKS (Kubernetes) certification
  • VMware Certified Advanced Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation Automation certification
  • Deep expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX
  • Strong knowledge of Tanzu & Kubernetes ecosystems and enterprise networking

Responsibilities

  • Define architecture strategy and technology roadmap for VMware platforms
  • Lead end-to-end solution design across multi-cloud and hybrid environments
  • Govern design standards, best practices, and technical frameworks
  • Drive large-scale transformation and modernization programs
  • Act as primary escalation point for critical technical issues
  • Lead client engagements, workshops, and executive discussions
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives and project outcomes

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in cloud and hybrid environments
  • Involvement in large, impactful transformation projects
  • Collaborative and innovative team environment
  • High level of interaction with CxO stakeholders
Full Job Description
VMWare Architect

VMware Architect / Expert (10-15 Years of Relevant Experience)

Role Level: Expert / Architect / Design

Required Certifications :
  • VMware Certified Advanced Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation VKS (Kubernetes)
  • VMware Certified Advanced Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation Automation

Role Summary

Acts as a subject matter expert (SME) responsible for architecture design, strategy definition, governance, and complex decision-making across VMware platforms and enterprise infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define architecture strategy and technology roadmap for VMware platforms
  • Lead end-to-end solution design across multi-cloud and hybrid environments
  • Govern design standards, best practices, and technical frameworks
  • Drive large-scale transformation and modernization programs
  • Provide guidance on scalability, resiliency, performance, and security
  • Act as primary escalation point for critical technical issues
  • Lead client engagements, workshops, and executive discussions
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives and project outcomes
  • Oversee delivery quality, risks, and compliance

Technical Skills
  • Deep expertise in:
    • VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
    • NSX (network virtualization & security)
    • vSAN (software-defined storage)
    • VMware Cloud / multi-cloud platforms
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Tanzu & Kubernetes ecosystems
    • Cloud-native and platform engineering
    • Enterprise networking, security, DR, automation

Key Competencies
  • Enterprise architecture leadership
  • Strategic planning and governance
  • Stakeholder management (CxO level)
  • Decision-making in complex environments

Resumes should highlight:
    • Relevant VMware Cloud Foundation experience
    • Kubernetes platform design, deployment, and operations experience (for VKS specialists)
    • VMware Cloud Foundation Automation experience, including automation frameworks, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code capabilities
    • Current VMware certifications
    • Years of relevant experience
    • Recent project references and key responsibilities
    • If necessary, name of the professional can be redacted.

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