Virtualization Solution Architect

We are seeking an experienced Virtualization Solution Architect to design, plan, and implement enterprise virtualization and migration solutions as part of a managed services offering. This role requires deep hands-on and architectural expertise across VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM), with a strong ability to translate customer requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable solutions. Key Responsibilities Virtualization Architecture & Design • Act as the solution architect for virtualization platforms including VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and SCVMM. • Design highly available, scalable, and performance-optimized virtualization architectures. • Align solutions with managed services standards, SLAs, and operational best practices. Migration Planning & Execution • Plan, design, and lead virtualization migration initiatives across platforms. • Develop migration strategies, schedules, and cutover plans to minimize risk and downtime. • Validate post-migration environments for stability, performance, and operational readiness. Managed Services Enablement • Design virtualization solutions with monitoring, supportability, and long-term operations in mind. • Partner with managed services teams to ensure seamless onboarding and service delivery handoff. • Define reference architectures and reusable patterns for repeatable service offerings. Infrastructure & Platform Integration • Collaborate on integration with storage, networking, security, and backup platforms. • Ensure virtualization solutions meet customer security, compliance, and governance requirements. Technical Leadership & Client Engagement • Serve as a technical authority during pre-sales discussions, design workshops, and delivery phases. • Translate customer requirements into clear designs, diagrams, and documentation. • Provide technical mentorship and escalation support to engineering teams. Required Skills & Experience • Deep expertise in VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and SCVMM. • Proven experience planning and executing virtualization migrations. • Strong background in delivering solutions within managed services environments. • Experience designing solutions for enterprise or mid-market customers. • Excellent documentation, architectural, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Managed Services Providers (MSP) or Professional Services organizations. • Knowledge of disaster recovery, business continuity, and automation practices. • Relevant VMware or Microsoft certifications. Soft Skills & Attributes • Strong consultative and customer-facing skills. • Ability to balance strategic architecture with hands-on execution. • Detail-oriented, organized, and process-driven.