Envision Employment Solutions is currently looking for a Datacentre Transformation Architect for one of our partners, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services.
This position requires flexibility to work on US times and flexibility to travel abroad when needed.
Responsibilities :
- Assessment and Analysis :
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients' datacentre infrastructure, including branch offices and edge locations.
- Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in both centralized and distributed environments.
- Strategy and Roadmap Development :
- Create comprehensive datacentre transformation strategies and roadmaps, aligning with clients' business objectives.
- Design solutions incorporating the latest technologies, industry best practices, and scalability for diverse environments.
- Reference Architecture and Best Practices :
- Utilize industry best practices and reference architectures to design efficient and scalable solutions for centralized and distributed architectures.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in datacentre transformation and edge computing.
- Private Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Implementation :
- Advise on the design and implementation of private cloud environments, considering security, compliance, and performance requirements.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful deployment of hybrid cloud solutions.
- Sustainability Integration :
- Integrate sustainability considerations into datacentre transformation plans for both centralized and distributed environments.
- Advocate for green technologies and energy-efficient practices in datacentres and edge locations.
- Client Advisory :
- Provide expert advice to clients on datacentre transformation, private cloud implementation, and technology choices.
- Collaborate with clients to address concerns and provide innovative solutions for hybrid cloud strategies.
- Business Case Preparation :
- Develop detailed business cases for datacentre transformation projects, covering both centralized and edge environments.
- Collaborate with financial analysts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial models.
- Presales Activities :
- Engage in presales activities, including presentations, technology roadmaps, workshops, and technical discussions.
- Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer needs and contribute to compelling proposals for hybrid cloud solutions.
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.10-15 years of proven experience as a Datacentre Transformation Architect or in a similar role.In-depth knowledge of datacentre technologies, cloud solutions, and emerging trends with operational and service delivery experience :Hybrid Cloud : Azure VMware solution, AWS and Azure Public cloudData Center Consolidation and Private Cloud : Assessment, Foundation, Build & Migrate.HCI Platform : Nutanix, VxRail and vSANMigration Solutions : OEM Natives, Zerto, Platespin and CarboniteCompute, Container Virtualization : VMware, Hyper-V, OpenShiftBackup Solutions : Rubrik, NetApp, Commvault and VEEMHybrid Storage Arrays : PureStorage, Dell-EMC and NetAppStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Familiarity with sustainability practices in datacentre operations, datacentre managed services is a plus.Benefits
Competitive Salary based on experienceSocial and medical insuranceLearning, development and career progression