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Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer with Azure Local, Hyper-V and SUSE Linux Experience

Cloud Destinations LLCSan Jose, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
San Jose, CA, United States
Posted
21 hours ago
DockerSQLSQL ServerNagiosAzureBashKubernetesPowerShellZabbix

Job Description

Position Title: Virtualization & Cloud Platform Engineer with Azure Local, Hyper-V and SUSE Linux Experience
Duration: 6+ months Contract to Hire
Client Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid 4 days/week)
Job Details:
We are seeking an experienced Virtualization and Cloud Platform Engineer with a strong IT infrastructure background. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience (at least 5+ years) managing and optimizing cloud and on-premises environments using Azure Local, Hyper-V, Windows Server OS, SQL databases, file share services, and SUSE Linux. Proficiency in scripting, monitoring solutions, and Windows SCCM administration is essential.
Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and maintain virtualized infrastructure leveraging Hyper-V and Azure Stack HCI (Azure Local).
  • Manage and optimize Windows Server OS environments, ensuring system performance, reliability, and security.
  • Administer SQL Server databases, including maintenance, backups, tuning, and troubleshooting.
  • Configure and maintain enterprise file-sharing services, ensuring secure and efficient data access.
  • Manage and support SUSE Linux environments within mixed OS landscapes.
  • Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash) to streamline infrastructure provisioning, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
  • Implement and maintain comprehensive infrastructure monitoring solutions, proactively addressing system performance issues.
  • Administer Windows System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), including deployment, patch management, inventory, and reporting.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to architect scalable, secure, and efficient solutions aligned with business requirements.
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for infrastructure-related issues, escalating when necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in virtualization and cloud platforms, specifically with Azure Local and Hyper-V.
  • Strong proficiency in managing Windows Server Operating Systems and related services.
  • Hands-on experience managing SQL Server databases and file share solutions.
  • Demonstrable experience with SUSE Linux administration in hybrid environments.
  • Expert-level scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) for automation and management.
  • Proven ability to deploy and manage monitoring tools and solutions (e.g., Azure Monitor, Nagios, Zabbix, or similar).
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with Windows SCCM for systems deployment, patching, and configuration management.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure certifications, MCSE, Linux certifications).
  • Experience with hybrid cloud environments and migrations.
  • Knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practices.

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