Senior Vmware Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Location : College Wide
Job Type: Management Staff Non-Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 202400331
Division: Information Technologies
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Shift Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
Summary of Purpose
Implements and maintains enterprise client platform solutions including VDI environments, endpoint management, enterprise printing & faxing, classroom technologies, and Microsoft 365 services. Works under direction of Senior Client Services Platform Engineer to deliver platform projects, maintain configurations, and support end-user computing infrastructure.
Typical Duties
This description is intended to indicate the types of duties and responsibilities requested of the employee assigned this title. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required:

1. Work with Information Technologies to meet the needs of end user computing and classroom technologies for OCC staff, faculty and students.
2. Acquires, maintains, and expands knowledge of relevant product offerings, current support standards, and methods of support delivery to provide technically accurate solutions; ensures security procedures are implemented and enforced.
3. Reviews IT trouble tickets and service requests; analyzes, draws conclusions, and provides recommendations that strive for continuous improvement of customer service.
4. Develops, defines, and communicates user/technical service procedures for products/services supported by OCC.
5. Create and maintain enterprise technical documentation including, configuration standards, and technical guides.
6. Serves on appropriate committees; participates in development of campus initiatives.
7. Develop configuration standards and technical specifications for endpoint and classroom technologies aligned with business requirements and security policies.
8. Evaluate vendor proposals and conduct technical due diligence for platform technology acquisitions.
9. Seek feedback and mentoring from Senior Client Services Platform Engineer to develop technical and professional capabilities.
10. Help to maintain existing enterprise client service platforms.
11. Execute assigned project tasks within established timelines and quality standards.
12. Performs other related duties, as assigned.
13. Ability to work additional hours, as needed.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Proficiency with endpoint hardware, Microsoft operating systems, MS productivity tools, including standardized image creation and software packaging.
• Knowledge of endpoint management platforms, such as Intune, SCCM, and Microsoft 365 services (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive), with the ability to configure, deploy, and maintain these solutions.
• Experience with virtualization and VDI technologies, including Omnissa Horizon View, App Volumes, Thin Apps, RDS hosts, and Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM).
• Familiarity with VMware infrastructure, including vSphere, vCenter, and vSAN.
• Understanding of LAN/WAN architecture and network operations relevant to endpoint and platform performance.
• Ability to execute automation workflows for provisioning, software deployment, and configuration management.
• Skill in monitoring platform performance, identifying issues, and implementing resolutions proactively.
• Commitment to continuous learning, staying current with emerging technologies in endpoint management and the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Demonstrated customer service excellence, modeling professionalism and a strong support orientation.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across IT teams, service areas, and organizational levels.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams on platform integration, deployment, and operational initiatives.
• Capability to support vendor coordination, including requirements gathering and issue escalation.
• Proficient in planning and project management, ensuring timely and accurate execution of platform engineering tasks.
• Ability to identify opportunities for optimization and automation, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Commitment to developing expertise in assigned platform technologies through hands-on work and formal training.

Minimum Education and Experience
EDUCATION: Associates degree in computer information systems or related degree; OR five (5) or more years of position relevant experience including at least two (2) years of experience supporting enterprise endpoint solutions (these experiences may run concurrently with the experience requirements below). Bachelor's degree (Information Systems or related field preferred) preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in Information Technologies, including at least two (2) years of experience supporting enterprise endpoint or end user computing solutions. Experience with higher education environments preferred.
We are excited to have you consider Oakland Community College (OCC) as your employer of choice!
OCC strives to provide valuable and empowering services not only to our students, but also to our employees.
See below the benefits offered by the College under the benefit types: full-time and part-time
Full-Time Positions for the Following Employee Groups:
Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Medical

• Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
  • Free preventive services on every plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
• BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups
• There is a $2,000 prorated Medical Opt Out stipend with proof of other applicable medical coverage

Dental

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions

Vision

• NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Health Care, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, and Adoption FSAs are available

Life Insurance

• TheCollege provides $120,000 of coverage (portion is subject to taxation), no payroll deductions

Disability

• 70% of wages provided for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Retirement

• College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
• The Exempt, Faculty, and Teamsters employee groups can elect the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) provided by TIAA; opting out of MPSERS

Voluntary Retirement Accounts

• Employees can open and contribute via payroll deduction into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA

Voluntary Benefits

• Employees can elect voluntary benefits of optional life insurance (for self, spouse, and/or children), cancer protection, pet insurance, legal & ID shield, long term and/or critical care during annual open enrollment in November

Tuition

• OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
• Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employees have a free resource to assist with a wide-range of needs, including counseling sessions

Employee Group: Classified Part-Time
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Part-time Classified employees are offered the opportunity to have medical, dental, vision at the full monthly premium; life insurance is also available at a nominal cost. Participation requires that benefit costs be taken via payroll deduction.
Medical

• Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
  • Free preventive services on every plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans
• BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups

Dental

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan that has free in-network preventive services including two annual cleanings

Vision

• NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan that includes annual examinations with participating providers

Life Insurance

• Employees can choose to have a life insurance policy of $10,000 or $20,000

Retirement

• College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)

Voluntary Retirement Accounts

• Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA

Tuition

• OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
• Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program

Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty, Part-time Hourly (Non-union), and Casual Instructors*
Retirement

• College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)

Voluntary Retirement Accounts

• Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA

Tuition

• OCC tuition reimbursement program available for Adjunct Employees

*Edustaff employees are not eligible for OCC benefits.
Contact Information:
01
Which of the following describes how you meet the minimum education experience requirement?

• I have an Associate's degree in Computer Information Systems or a related field.
• I have five (5) or more years of relevant professional experience (including at least 2 years supporting enterprise endpoint solutions).
• I meet both of the above qualifications (Associate's degree and qualifying experience)
• I have a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems (or a related field), and I also have 5 years of experience in position relevant experience.
• I do not meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

02
Do you have at least two (2) years of experience supporting end user computing solutions?

• Yes
• No

03
What is your expected salary? Please note our salary range as listed in the job posting.
Required Question