Virtualization Engineer

## Company: Qualcomm Intl Inc., Mexico Branch Office ## Job Area: Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Support Engineering General Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Virtualization Operations Engineer to join our global IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of our virtualization infrastructure. You will work closely with senior engineers to ensure the stability, performance, and scalability of our virtual environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge virtualization technologies and to develop your skills in a dynamic and collaborative environment. As a member of the virtualization infrastructure team, you will be involved in various aspects of our virtualization projects, from initial planning and deployment to ongoing management and optimization. You will have the chance to work on a diverse range of tasks, including configuring virtual machines, managing storage resources, and troubleshooting network issues. Additionally, you will participate in capacity planning and performance tuning activities to ensure our virtual infrastructure meets the needs of our growing organization. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about technology and eager to learn. You will receive mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a keen interest in virtualization, we encourage you to apply and join our team. Responsibilities will include: * Assist in the deployment, configuration, and management of virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, and other related platforms. * Monitor and maintain virtual infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and availability. * Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to virtual machines, storage, and networking. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support various IT projects and initiatives. * Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning activities. * Document procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for future reference. * Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in virtualization technologies. * Deploy VMware vSphere and/or Microsoft Hyper-V configurations * Automating complex operational tasks and reports * Conduct routine audits of virtual environments to ensure compliance with security policies and standards. * Proven ability to engage collaboratively with people in diverse teams and geographical locations * Ability to work within tight deadlines * Troubleshooting issues and providing root cause analysis * Server provisioning, lifecycle, and capacity management skills required * Hardware setup, configuration and upgrade Preferred Qualifications: * 5+ years of server administration experience in a large enterprise environment including: * VMware vSphere ESX 8.x or higher * VMware NSX or other SDN experience is a plus * Background VMware products (VCF, vROPs, vSAN, SRM, Horizon View VDI etc.) * Microsoft Hyper-V and/or Azure experience * Other tier 1 hypervisors such as Nutanix or Redhat Virtualization is a plus * Scripting and automation using powerShell or other programming languages * VMware Security Hardening best practices experience * Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills * Server Hardware experience using and configuring HPE, Dell, Supermicro, Lenovo is a plus Education * Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in an IT related role OR 5+ years experience an IT related role without a bachelors degree. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of Support Engineering or related work experience. OR Associate's degree and 3+ years of Support Engineering or related work experience. OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of...