Cloud Engineer III (Hyper-V Focus)

Is this you?

Are you an experienced infrastructure professional with deep technical expertise in virtualization, domain management, and storage technologies who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment?

If so, then this role is right for you!   Who are we?

Glad you asked!

Opti9 is a trusted cloud solutions provider committed to delivering industry-leading, tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of businesses across a wide range of industries.

Our expertise includes managed cloud, backup and replication, disaster recovery, security, and Microsoft 365 solutions.

In the public cloud space, we specialize in migration, optimization, transformation, and cloud-first application consulting.    What sets us apart?

A fun, casual, and collaborative culture that embraces fresh ideas, innovation, and a strong customer-first mindset.

At Opti9, we work hard, support each other, and never shy away from a challenge.

We believe in balancing results with a positive team spirit—and we’re always on the lookout for authentic, accountable individuals who are ready to grow with us and make an impact.    What would you do?  As a Cloud Engineer III you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining virtualization environments as well as managing core infrastructure services.

Additionally, you will contribute to automation efforts with scripting tools and be part of an on-call rotation to handle critical incidents.  What are the details?  Key Responsibilities  Design, implement, and support virtualization environments across Microsoft Hyper-V and VMware vSphere platforms  Manage and maintain Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and related domain services  Administer and optimize storage platforms, including SAN, and software-defined storage systems  Support and troubleshoot production cloud environments, ensuring high availability and optimal performance  Collaborate with networking, systems, and backup teams to deliver seamless cloud solutions  Perform capacity planning, patching, and upgrades across hypervisor and storage environments  Participate in client migrations, onboarding, and infrastructure expansion projects  Develop and maintain system documentation, operational runbooks, and configuration standards  Contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives using PowerShell or other scripting tools  Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents as needed  What do you know?   Knowledge and Experience :

• 10 years of IT experience with 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, design, and troubleshooting of enterprise Hyper-V or VMware Cloud  Strong proficiency with Microsoft Hyper-V and SCVMM administration and deployment  Experience with VMware vSphere / ESXi preferred  Experience with VMware Cloud Director, NSX, and VCF is a plus  Deep understanding of Active Directory architecture, domain trusts, and authentication services  Hands-on experience managing enterprise storage systems (e.g., NetApp, HPE, or similar)  Familiarity with Windows Server environments, clustering, and performance optimization  Strong troubleshooting skills across compute, storage, and virtualization layers  Experience with backup and replication technologies (e.g., Veeam, Zerto) preferred  Scripting or automation experience with PowerShell, CLI, or infrastructure-as-code tools is a plus  Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with clients and cross-functional teams  Ability to work independently with ownership of deployments and escalations  Ability to mentor team members on troubleshooting, process, and build  Education & Certifications  Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field   Certifications such as Microsoft Certified : Windows Server / Azure Administrator and VMware VCP are a strong plus  What do you get from us?   At Opti9, we believe work should be more than just a job—it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and excited to grow.

When you join our team, here’s what you can expect :