Robert Half have partnered with a global consultancy firm to recruit for a highly experienced VMware Architect to support a large-scale VMware Cloud 9 deployment for a global financial services client.
This role will focus on VCF enablement, architecture design, build, and adoption, ensuring the platform is production-ready and aligned with enterprise standards.
Responsibilities:
* Lead VCF architecture design and implementation for VMware Cloud 9
* Support VCF ennoblement, including platform readiness and adoption
* Design and build core VCF components (compute, storage, networking, lifecycle)
* Provide architectural guidance and best practices for enterprise environments
* Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful delivery
* Support troubleshooting, optimisation, and knowledge transfer
Experience:
* Deep expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) architecture
* Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise VCF environments
* Strong understanding of VMware full stack (vSphere, NSX, vSAN, SDDC Manager)
* Experience supporting cloud modernisation initiatives in regulated environments
* Ability to work independently in a part-time, advisory capacity
* Financial services or highly regulated industry experience
* Prior involvement in VMware Cloud major version upgrades or greenfield builds
Company:
* Global consultancy firm
* Competitive day rate
* Hybrid working - 3 days based in London
* 6 month initial contract
Requirements
VMWare, VCS, Cloud 9