Lead Virtualisation Architect
Sheffield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
NP Group
minimum Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35 determination via Umbrella) Reference: 19961 We are seeking a Lead Virtualisation Architect with deep expertise in VMware-to-OpenShift migration projects to join our Enterprise Infrastructure & Cloud Transformation team. This role will lead complex migration programs, advising clients on modernisation strategies, designing target architectures, and ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing virtualised and containerised … mastery with Principal-level consultative skills , guiding senior stakeholders through strategic transformation while mentoring delivery teams across architecture, networking, and DevOps disciplines. Key Responsibilities Architecture Leadership: Design and implement enterprise-grade migration strategies from VMware-based virtualisation to OpenShift container platforms (on-prem, hybrid, or cloud). Define end-to-end architectures including compute, storage, network, and security components. … OpenShift migration programs . Deep hands-on expertise in: VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, NSX, and vSAN. Red Hat OpenShift (installation, cluster configuration, operators, networking). Linux (RHEL) and containerisation (Docker, Podman). Strong understanding of network appliances and virtual network architectures (F5, Palo Alto, Cisco ACI, NSX-T, etc.). Familiarity with automation and orchestration (Ansible, Terraform More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP Annual
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