4 Virtualization jobs in the Philippines

SUMMARY

The Virtualization Systems Administrator is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining large-scale virtualization environments. This role ensures system reliability, high availability, and optimal performance across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Linux KVM, VMware vSphere, and cloud orchestration platforms such as Apache CloudStack, along with excellent troubleshooting and automation skills.

• Design, deploy, and maintain virtualization infrastructure built on Linux KVM and Apache CloudStack.

• Perform routine monitoring, maintenance, patching, and troubleshooting of VMware vSphere and vCenter environments.

• Administer and maintain company and client Windows Server environments.

• Deploy, manage, and optimize Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions.

• Support and maintain VoIP systems and related communication platforms.

• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise server and storage hardware (e.g., Dell servers, SANs).

• Monitor system capacity and performance across KVM and VMware platforms.

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks proactively.

• Automate infrastructure management tasks using scripting.

• Serve as an escalation point for complex virtualization and hardware issues.

• Develop and maintain documentation for configurations and procedures.

• Plan and implement backup, high-availability (HA), and disaster recovery (DR) strategies.

• Recommend and implement system improvements and performance optimizations.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent work experience).

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in enterprise-level virtualization environments.

• Strong technical experience with Linux KVM hypervisors and VMware vSphere/vCenter.

• Solid understanding of cloud orchestration platforms (preferably Apache CloudStack).

• Proficiency in Linux and Windows Server administration.

• Experience with VDI solutions (VMware Horizon, Citrix, etc.).

• Familiarity with VoIP infrastructure support and troubleshooting.

• Proven experience managing enterprise hardware (Dell servers, SANs).

• Knowledge of networking concepts related to virtualization (VLANs, SDN).

• Experience in infrastructure upgrade and migration projects.

• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications:

• VMWare (VCP), Red Hat, ITIL, or Fortinet NSE4 (and above)

• Must be willing to work on a permanent night shift schedule.

• Must be open to a long-term work-from-home setup.

• Full Philippine Statutory Benefits

• 13th Month Pay

• De Minimis Allowance

• Night Shift Differential Pay

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance (up to PHP 3M coverage)

• Company-Provided Equipment

We're Hiring: Systems / Virtualization Engineer

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Role: Systems / Virtualization Engineer

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Location: Philippines - Ortigas

Schedule: Morning Shift

Job Description:

Hybrid: This is a hybrid opportunity - 3 days in the office (Ortigas) and 2 days remote.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage on-premise high-performance compute infrastructure.
• Utilize Proxmox or similar virtualization platforms to optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and implement compute solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve existing infrastructure for reliability and performance.
• Develop and maintain documentation for configurations, systems processes, and network architecture.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools into existing virtualization platforms to enhance operational effectiveness.

Qualification and requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience with Proxmox or similar virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, KVM).
• Strong knowledge in designing and deploying on-premises high-performance compute infrastructure.
• Good understanding of Linux systems administration and networking.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation purposes is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Non-negotiable skills & requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years in systems engineering, virtualization, or IT operations.
• Experience with cloud services and integration (AWS, Azure, etc.) is desirable.
• Certification in virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware Certified Professional) is an advantage.

Perks & Benefits (Work From Home/Hybrid)

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment
• Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves
• Quarterly perks boxes for WFH staff, offering groceries and snacks to keep you fueled  Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes
• Endless opportunities for career advancement
• Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase
• We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection
• Tech-on-wheels Support
• Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues
• International career growth and connections
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks
• In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being
• Become part of the Employee Share Units program
• Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.

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Summary:

As an Application Support Engineer, you will engage in a variety of tasks that involve identifying and resolving issues within critical business systems. Your day will typically include collaborating with team members, analyzing system performance, and implementing solutions to enhance operational efficiency. You will also interact with various stakeholders to ensure that the systems function seamlessly and meet business requirements.

Summary:

As an Application Support Engineer, you will engage in a variety of tasks that involve identifying and resolving issues within critical business systems. Your day will typically include collaborating with team members, analyzing system performance, and implementing solutions to enhance operational efficiency. You will also interact with various stakeholders to ensure that the systems function seamlessly and meet business requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Expected to be an SME.

- Collaborate and manage the team to perform.

- Responsible for team decisions.

- Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.

- Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams.

- Facilitate knowledge sharing and training sessions to enhance team capabilities.

- Monitor system performance and proactively address potential issues before they escalate.

- Document processes and solutions to create a comprehensive knowledge base for future reference.

Professional & Technical Skills:

- Required Skill: Expert proficiency in Microsoft Hyper-V Server.

- Additional Good To Have Skills: Experience with Converged Infrastructure, VMWare Cloud Administration.

- Strong understanding of virtualization technologies and their applications.

- Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex system issues.

- Familiarity with network configurations and security protocols.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Additional Information:

- The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in Microsoft Hyper-V Server.

- This position is based at our Manila office.