Nutanix Specialist

Are you an infrastructure expert looking to make a tangible impact on a major technical initiative? Our Calgary client is currently undertaking a significant Data Centre Consolidation project and is seeking a skilled Nutanix Specialist to accelerate their migration efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to utilize your advanced expertise in Nutanix AHV and VMware vSphere to drive critical workload movements in a complex enterprise environment. If you thrive on technical challenges and are looking to play a role in a high-visibility project, we invite you to join our client.Advantages• Opportunity to work on a high-profile Data Centre Consolidation project.• Hands-on engagement with cutting-edge Nutanix and VMware technologies.• Collaborative environment working alongside skilled infrastructure and network teams.• Exposure to complex enterprise environments including Cisco ACI.• Clear project goals with a focus on technical execution and optimization.Responsibilities• Plan and orchestrate workload migrations across Windows and Linux virtual environments.• Conduct detailed pre-migration analysis, including dependency checks and runbook creation.• Use Nutanix and VMware tools to execute workload movement and optimization.• Coordinate with application owners and network staff to ensure seamless transitions with minimal downtime.• Execute cutover activities and provide post-migration support, primarily during evening maintenance windows.• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in real-time during migration phases.• Document processes, issues, and resolutions to ensure knowledge sharing and best practices.Qualifications• 5+ years of combined experience with Windows and Linux server administration in virtualized environments.• Advanced hands-on expertise with Nutanix AHV and VMware vSphere, specifically regarding migration techniques.• Proven experience with workload migration tools, methodologies, and troubleshooting.• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python are highly desirable.• Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as required by the migration schedule.SummaryIf you are a dedicated specialist ready to drive results and support our client's infrastructure evolution, we want to hear from you. This role offers the chance to be the driving force behind a critical consolidation effort. Please apply directly to this job ad or reach out to your Randstad Digital representative immediatelyP.S. Don’t forget that when you update your profile on Randstad.ca it helps us find you faster when we do have roles that match your skills So even if this role isn’t for you please update your profile so we can find youWe look forward to supporting you in your job searchGood luckRandstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.