Server Engineer (Virtualization & Infrastructure Specialist)

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Server Engineer with strong expertise in virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V), HCI (Hyper-Converged Infrastructure), high availability configurations, and physical server management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a reliable, secure, and scalable server infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain virtualized environments using VMware vSphere/ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize HCI platforms (e.g., VMware vSAN, Nutanix, Microsoft Azure Stack HCI).
• Manage physical server hardware (HP/Dell/Cisco UCS, etc.) and related components.
• Implement and maintain high availability (HA) and failover clustering for critical systems.
• Monitor server performance, availability, and proactively resolve issues.
• Perform OS installation, patching, upgrades, and maintenance on Windows and/or Linux servers.
• Handle data backup, restoration, and disaster recovery planning.
• Document infrastructure architecture, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with network and storage teams for seamless integration of server infrastructure.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms including VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, and Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Good understanding of Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) solutions such as vSAN, Nutanix, and Azure Stack HCI.
• Strong knowledge of physical server architecture, including RAID configuration, BIOS/UEFI management, and firmware upgrades.
• Familiarity with High Availability (HA) concepts such as clustering, replication, and failover mechanisms.
• Strong troubleshooting capabilities across hardware, operating systems, storage, and virtualization layers.
• Experience with monitoring and management tools such as vRealize Operations (vROps), PRTG, and SolarWinds.
• Good understanding of storage technologies and connectivity including SAN, NAS, and iSCSI.
• Knowledge of automation and scripting using PowerShell, CLI tools, or other scripting languages is an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Server Administration
  • Storage Management
  • Virtualization Technologies
  • Active Directory
  • Backup and Recovery Solutions
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Knowledge of security solutions including EDR/XDR, Email Security, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with Manage Engine products related to:
  • Network Monitoring Systems (NMS)
  • IT Service Management (ITSM)
  • Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
• 2–6 years of relevant experience in server infrastructure management.
• Certifications preferred:
  • VMware VCP
  • Microsoft MCSA/MCSE (Windows Server, Hyper-V)
  • Nutanix NCP or Azure Stack HCI certification

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to cloud integration (Hybrid infrastructure with AWS/Azure).
• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, SCCM).
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and change management processes.