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Elluminates Software

Senior VMware Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$50.50 - $63.25/hr

Senior VMware Engineer Introduction Elluminates Software - We Make Your Infrastructure Intelligent Build your next generation organization with advanced automation and AI tools - purpose-built for ...

ITBrainiac Inc

VMware Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$50.75 - $63.50/hr

Senior VMware Engineer (Storage, Virtualization, Pure Storage) Ann Arbor, MI 48105 6 Months Minimum years of experience: 8-10 years : VMware certified with experience of Auto Deploy that would be ...

Elluminates Software

Senior VMware Engineer

Springfield, VA

$101.60K - $139.50K/yr

Senior VMware Engineer Introduction Elluminates Software -- We Make Your Infrastructure Intelligent Build your next generation organization with advanced automation and AI tools -- purpose-built for ...

Peraton

Senior VMware Engineer

Washington, DC

$59 - $73.50/hr

Responsibilities Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-focused Senior VMware Engineer to support a federal government customer within the Intelligence Community (IC). The ...

Peraton

Senior VMware Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Responsibilities Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-focused Senior VMware Engineer to support a federal government customer within the Intelligence Community (IC). The ...

Peraton

Senior VMware Engineer

Washington, DC

$59 - $73.50/hr

Responsibilities Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-focused Senior VMware Engineer to support a federal government customer within the Intelligence Community (IC). The ...

Elluminates Software

Senior VMware Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$101.60K - $139.50K/yr

Senior VMware Engineer Introduction Elluminates Software - We Make Your Infrastructure Intelligent Build your next generation organization with advanced automation and AI tools - purpose-built for ...

Navtech, Inc.

Sr. VMware Support Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$54.25 - $67.75/hr

Hello, I have an opportunity for "Sr. VMware Support Engineer" and looking for a candidate who can join Immediately if you are interested reply me with your updated resume or consultant's contact ...

SAIC

VMware Engineer

Springfield, VA

$54.25 - $68/hr

Senior-level knowledge of VMWare and vSphere design, integration, and deployment * Knowledge or training on VMware and ESX 7.0+ deployment, configuration, and maintenance * Windows engineer or ...

Navtech, Inc.

Sr. VMware Support Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$54.25 - $67.75/hr

We Need Sr. VMware Support Engineer with the below skills. We are looking for "engineers" with automation and "PowerShell coding" experience in "Windows"/"vRealize". Key Responsibilities : - Strong ...

SAIC

VMware Engineer

Washington, DC

$160K - $200K/yr

Senior-level knowledge of VMWare and vSphere design, integration, and deployment * Knowledge or training on VMware and ESX 7.0+ deployment, configuration, and maintenance * Windows engineer or ...

SAIC

VMware Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$54.25 - $68/hr

Senior-level knowledge of VMWare and vSphere design, integration, and deployment * Knowledge or training on VMware and ESX 7.0+ deployment, configuration, and maintenance * Windows engineer or ...

SAIC

VMware Engineer

Springfield, VA

$54.50 - $68.25/hr

Senior-level knowledge of VMWare and vSphere design, integration, and deployment * Knowledge or training on VMware and ESX 7.0+ deployment, configuration, and maintenance * Windows engineer or ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr vmware engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Sr VMware Engineer, you need deep expertise in virtualization technologies, especially VMware vSphere, along with a relevant degree and often certifications like VCP or VCAP. Proficiency with tools such as VMware ESXi, vCenter Server, PowerCLI, and experience with storage, networking, and backup systems is vital. Strong analytical problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and project management skills help you stand out in this technical role. These skills ensure the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust, scalable virtual environments that support business continuity and growth.

What are some common challenges Sr VMware Engineers face when managing large-scale virtual environments?

Sr VMware Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring high availability and optimal performance across complex infrastructures, keeping up with frequent software updates, and proactively managing security vulnerabilities. Balancing resource allocation to prevent bottlenecks and coordinating with network, storage, and security teams are also key aspects of the role. Staying ahead of evolving best practices and troubleshooting intricate issues are essential for maintaining a smooth, efficient virtual environment.

What are Sr VMware Engineers?

Sr VMware Engineers are senior-level IT professionals who design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot virtualization environments using VMware technologies. They are responsible for managing virtual servers, storage, and networks to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. These engineers often lead projects, mentor junior staff, and work closely with other IT teams to architect and support complex infrastructure solutions.

What is the difference between Sr Vmware Engineer vs Vmware Administrator?

AspectSr Vmware EngineerVmware Administrator
CertificationsVMware Certified Professional (VCP), advanced certificationsVCP typically required, basic certifications
ResponsibilitiesDesigning, implementing, and troubleshooting complex VMware environmentsManaging day-to-day VMware operations and support
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise data centers, cloud environmentsData centers, IT support teams
SkillsAdvanced scripting, network integration, architecture designSystem monitoring, basic troubleshooting

The Sr Vmware Engineer focuses on designing and implementing complex VMware solutions, requiring advanced skills and certifications. In contrast, the Vmware Administrator handles daily operations and support tasks. Both roles are essential in enterprise IT, but the engineer role involves higher-level planning and architecture.

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Senior VMware Engineer

Senior VMware Engineer

Elluminates Software

Springfield, VA • On-site

$50.50 - $63.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Senior VMware Engineer
Introduction
Elluminates Software - We Make Your Infrastructure Intelligent
Build your next generation organization with advanced automation and AI tools - purpose-built for enterprise scale. We engineer intelligence into the core of infrastructure for Federal and commercial customers.
Openvista® Suite
• Hyperscaler® - AI for the operators who keep everything running. Design automations, deploy them with confidence, and manage your environment from a single platform https://hyperscaler.openvista.com
Forward Deployed Engineering Support
• Infrastructure Automation Engineers - Embed directly with your team to design and build automations purpose-built for your environment, eliminating manual toil and delivering operational efficiency at scale.
• Cloud and Data Center Engineers - We can take full ownership of designing, running, and managing your infrastructure across public cloud, private data center, or hybrid environments as a true operational partner.
Job Description
Elluminates Software Corporation is looking for a full-time Senior VMware Engineer. This position is in support of the Department of State (DOS) as a part of the Vanguard 2025 contract. The Vanguard 2025 program provides transparent, interconnected systems and security support for the Department of State (DOS) DT program. The DT program enables the Department of State to successfully carry out its foreign policy mission by providing enterprise architecture design, engineering, operations and maintenance support services for data center services, desktop computers, servers, networks, firewalls, voice and data communications and other unique enterprise applications.
The candidate will be responsible for the development of Virtualization solutions utilizing VMware and Storage technologies. The candidate will research, analyze, evaluate and integrate as necessary new and emerging technologies in order to find ways to deliver a superior IT environment to the bureaus in a cost effective and secure manner. The candidate will support the continuing goal of incorporating these innovative technologies into the Department's equipment modernization program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Execute the duties and responsibilities as a member of the Infrastructure team
  • Design, integrate, and deploy VMware IT solutions.
  • Rack and Stack new data center equipment
  • Work with Networking team and configure virtual switching
  • Provide operational engineering support to enterprise-level solutions using virtual server hosting, and Dell storage technologies.
  • Provision Virtual Machines and patches to the software and hardware hosting infrastructure.
  • Update system and process documentation, user guides, diagrams and SOPs as needed.

Required Qualifications
  • Red Hat Linux and RHEL Satellite Server
  • Senior-level knowledge of VMware and vSphere design, integration, and deployment.
  • Knowledge or training on VMware and ESX 7.0+ deployment, configuration, and maintenance.
  • Windows engineer or administrator experience (Active Directory, GPOs, and PowerShell scripting)
  • Experience leading system integration projects as the technical lead.
  • Experience working with customers to capture/document requirements.

Desired Qualifications
  • VMware 8 Experience
  • Experience configuring VMware NSX
  • LAN/WAN networking experience
  • DOS processes

Years of Experience and Education Requirements
  • BS and 5+ years of related experience; Masters and 3+ years; Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

Type: Full-Time
Clearance: Top Secret
Location: Springfield, VA Note: This position is expected to transition to Washington, DC in the future. Candidates must be willing to support this relocation.
Shift: Normal Business Hours. 5 days on-site
Type of Travel: Local

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