Senior VMware NSX-T Engineer

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced Senior VMware NSX-T Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support and manage large-scale enterprise network virtualization environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in VMware NSX-T operations, troubleshooting, incident management, network virtualization, and platform lifecycle management. This role acts as the highest level of technical escalation for NSX-T-related issues and plays a critical role in maintaining platform stability, security, availability, and performance across enterprise infrastructure environments.

• Role: Senior VMware NSX-T SME
• Location: All Persistent Locations
• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Provide L2 and L3 operational support for enterprise VMware NSX-T environments.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of critical Severity 1 and Severity 2 incidents.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for NSX-T-related technical issues.
• Manage and support NSX Managers, Edge Nodes, Edge Clusters, Tier-0 and Tier-1 Gateways.
• Administer and support Distributed Firewall (DFW), NAT, VPN, Load Balancing, and Micro-Segmentation components.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Execute NSX-T upgrades, patching, migration, and platform lifecycle management activities.
• Monitor infrastructure health, platform performance, capacity utilization, and service availability.
• Collaborate with Network, Security, Virtualization, Infrastructure, and VMware/Broadcom support teams.
• Participate in change management, release management, and production support activities.
• Develop and maintain operational runbooks, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation.
• Perform packet analysis and advanced network troubleshooting.
• Support network virtualization architecture improvements and operational optimization initiatives.
• Drive platform stability, operational excellence, and continuous service improvement efforts.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to junior engineers and support teams.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 8-12 years of experience in enterprise networking, virtualization, and infrastructure support environments.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience administering and supporting VMware NSX-T Data Center environments.
• Strong expertise in network virtualization technologies and enterprise production operations.
• Hands-on experience managing NSX Managers, Edge Nodes, Edge Clusters, and Gateway services.
• Deep understanding of Distributed Firewall (DFW), NAT, VPN, Load Balancing, and Micro-Segmentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and operational support experience within large-scale production environments.
• Solid networking knowledge including BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, and GENEVE.
• Experience working with Juniper SRX firewalls and enterprise network security architectures.
• Strong understanding of VMware vSphere, vCenter, and VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
• Experience performing packet captures, log analysis, and root cause investigations.
• Knowledge of network security, segmentation, access control, and firewall policy management.
• Experience supporting mission-critical infrastructure and high-availability environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes including Incident, Problem, Change, and Service Management.
• Experience working with monitoring, alerting, and infrastructure management tools.
• Scripting and automation experience using PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, or similar technologies is preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and globally distributed teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

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