VMware Virtualisation Engineer - VCF / NSX / vSAN / Terraform + Long term contract + £600 to £675 per day - Inside IR35 + SC Cleared role + Working hybrid from Corsham We are seeking an experienced VMware Virtualisation Engineer to support a major infrastructure programme, designing, building, configuring and automating VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and Software-Defined Data Centre (SDDC) platforms within secure environments. The role covers the full infrastructure lifecycle, including platform deployment, automation, integration, upgrades, testing and operational handover. Key Responsibilities Design, build, configure and maintain VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. Implement and support VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, vSAN, VCF Operations, VPC and VKS. Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automated deployments using Terraform, PowerCLI, Ansible or SaltStack. Build API-driven automation for provisioning, configuration and lifecycle management. Manage VMware platform upgrades, patching, scaling and performance. Integrate virtualisation infrastructure with networking, DNS, identity services and CI/CD pipelines. Implement security hardening and secure-by-design standards. Produce Low-Level Designs (LLDs), build documentation, technical guides and operational runbooks. Support infrastructure integration, testing, troubleshooting and service transition. Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on VMware virtualisation experience: vSphere, ESXi and vCenter. VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and SDDC experience. Practical knowledge of NSX, vSAN and VCF Operations. Infrastructure automation using Terraform, PowerCLI, Ansible or SaltStack. Infrastructure as Code (IaC), API integration and automated provisioning. Enterprise networking, DNS and load balancing. DevOps, CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure integration. Security hardening and experience working in secure or regulated environments. Technical documentation, LLDs and build guides. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Must hold or be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Desirable Skills VMware Kubernetes Service (VKS), Kubernetes and container platforms. Hybrid cloud and multi-platform infrastructure. GitOps and IaC best practices. Backup, disaster recovery and high availability. Agile delivery and Atlassian tools. VMware certifications: VCP, VCAP or VCF Specialist. Search Keywords VMware Engineer, Virtualisation Engineer, VMware Cloud Foundation, VCF, VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX-T, vSAN, SDDC, VCF Operations, Terraform, PowerCLI, Ansible, SaltStack, Infrastructure as Code, IaC, API Automation, DevOps, CI/CD, Kubernetes, VKS, Software Defined Data Centre, Infrastructure Automation, Secure Infrastructure, SC Cleared
Virtualisation Engineer - vSphere, NSX, VCF in Corsham employer: CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
As a Compliance Team Leader in Newcastle, you will join a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises employee development and teamwork. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, offering opportunities for personal growth and career advancement while ensuring a customer-oriented approach. With competitive pay and the potential for a permanent position, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector.
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CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Recruitment Team
