Senior VMware Engineer

Why SoftwareOne?

SoftwareOne is a global provider of software and cloud solutions. With a presence in over 70 countries and more than 12,000 professionals, we help organizations optimize software investments, modernize applications, and unlock the value of cloud, data, and AI.

Our people are at the core of everything we do. We enable collaboration across borders, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow in a fast-evolving technology landscape. Whether your focus is on technology, customer success, or business operations, your ideas matter, and your contributions make a difference.

Join a global team where you can build your skills, work with leading technologies, and make a real impact for our customers.

The role

Ready to design and automate large-scale VMware Cloud environments and drive cloud transformation?

Want to build reliable, modern cloud platforms with top teams using automation, Kubernetes, and DevOps?

Do you want to be part of a global IT company that strives to build a diverse and inclusive culture of equal opportunities?

Practical Information

Location: Sofia, Bulgaria or Bucharest, Romania | Work arrangement: Hybrid | Contract type: Full-time | Visa status: Valid working visa for EU | Language requirements: Fluent/professional English, written and verbal

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on VMware Engineer to design, deploy, automate, and support large-scale VMware Cloud environments and private cloud transformations. You will work closely with architects, platform teams, and security specialists to deliver modern private and hybrid cloud platforms while driving automation, operational excellence, and platform reliability. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building, automating, and operating enterprise cloud platforms while working with cutting-edge VMware and Kubernetes technologies.

Key Responsibilities

VCF Implementation & Operations: Deploy, configure, and support full-stack VCF environments, including Management and Workload Domains

Platform Assessment: Assess existing vSphere, vSAN, and NSX environments, identify gaps, and contribute to migration and modernization initiatives

Deployment & Integration: Install and configure SDDC Manager, vCenter, NSX-T, and vDefend components

Automation & Infrastructure as Code: Develop and maintain automation using Terraform, Ansible, and scripting languages to streamline provisioning and lifecycle management

Kubernetes Platform Engineering: Deploy and manage Kubernetes platforms, including VMware Kubernetes Service (VKS, formerly TKG), supporting modern application workloads

Networking & Storage: Configure and troubleshoot NSX networking, load balancing, vSAN, and Cloud Native Storage (CNS) integrations

Monitoring & Observability: Implement monitoring and operational tooling, including VCF Operations for Containers

Hybrid Cloud Integration: Support hybrid cloud deployments across VMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, and Google Cloud VMware Engine

DevOps Enablement: Integrate CI/CD pipelines and GitOps practices to improve application delivery and platform automation

Technical Collaboration: Work with customers, architects, and project teams to deliver successful implementations and provide technical guidance

What we need to see from you

Several years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes in enterprise environments

Strong experience deploying and operating VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2 environments; exposure to or training in VCF 9 is a must

Solid knowledge of VMware vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager

Hands-on experience with VMware Kubernetes Service (VKS, formerly TKG) and modern application platforms

Familiarity with container networking using NSX, storage integration through vSAN/CNS, and container observability solutions

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible

Understanding of load balancing concepts and experience with VMware AVI Load Balancer

Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and GitOps workflows

Experience supporting hybrid cloud solutions, including VMC on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, and Google Cloud VMware Engine

Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently or within project teams

Customer-facing experience in professional services, consulting, or enterprise environments is advantageous

Preferred Certifications:

VMware Certified Advanced Professional – VMware Cloud Foundation vSphere Kubernetes Service (VCAP-VKS) or equivalent Kubernetes expertise

VMware Certified Professional – VMware Cloud Foundation Architect (2V0-13.25)

Kubernetes certifications such as CKA, CKAD, or CKS

What we offer:  

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include:   

Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture (https://www.softwareone.com/en/our-story/our-values)  

A mentor who supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action  

President’s Club: Recognition awarded by leadership and your peers  

Lifelong education: A variety of training and development opportunities  

Hire to Grow: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future 

Job Function

Services

Accommodations

SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at reasonable.accommodations@softwareone.com.

Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR.

At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program.