Cisco UCS Solution Architect

MetroSys is seeking a highly experienced Cisco UCS Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise compute and data center infrastructure solutions. This is a client-facing, architect-level role responsible for designing scalable, resilient UCS-based platforms and supporting modernization initiatives across diverse environments., * Serve as the primary technical advisor for Cisco UCS and compute infrastructure engagements

• Lead architecture design, discovery sessions, and technical workshops with clients
• Design and deliver solutions across:
• Cisco UCS (B-Series, C-Series, X-Series)
• UCS Manager / Intersight
• Fabric Interconnects and unified networking
• Develop target-state architectures, migration strategies, and infrastructure roadmaps
• Lead data center modernization initiatives, including:
• Legacy server and compute refresh
• Virtualization platform integration (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix)
• Converged and hyperconverged infrastructure alignment
• Define and implement high availability, scalability, and performance optimization strategies
• Provide oversight during deployment, configuration, and migration activities
• Act as escalation point for complex compute, networking, and integration issues
• Support pre-sales efforts, including solution design, SOW development, and client presentations
• Produce high-quality architecture documentation, diagrams, and implementation guidance

The ideal candidate is a hands-on architect with deep expertise in Cisco UCS, data center design, and virtualization platforms, capable of translating business requirements into robust technical solutions while guiding delivery teams through implementation., * 8-12+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, compute architecture, or consulting roles

• Deep expertise with:
• Cisco UCS (B-Series, C-Series, X-Series)
• UCS Manager and/or Cisco Intersight
• Strong understanding of:
• Data center networking concepts (VLANs, vNICs, fabric interconnects)
• Virtualization platforms (VMware preferred)
• Compute, storage, and infrastructure integration
• Experience leading enterprise infrastructure design and migration projects
• Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills, * Experience with Intersight Cloud Operations Platform
• Knowledge of hyperconverged and composable infrastructure models
• Familiarity with automation (PowerShell, Python, APIs)
• Experience integrating with storage platforms (NetApp, Dell, Pure, etc.)
• Cisco certifications (CCNP/CCIE Data Center)
• Background in professional services or consulting organizations

MetroSys is a San Diego based company that specializes in I.T. Professional Services, Staffing & Recruiting for some of the largest companies around the globe. We offer a competeitve salary and benefits package to all of our full time employees.

Great people. Great Company. Great Culture.

Work-life balance? Yes! Work hard, play hard. At MetroSys we believe it’s important that we enjoy what we do. Over the course of the founders’ careers, they have worked for some of the best companies in the world and there were three key elements that crystalized:

• Commitment to the customer
• Belief in the product
• Impact of company culture

At MetroSys, we believe these three items are necessary for our success. MetroSys has carefully crafted its team of highly skilled talent by not only hiring industry experts, but by selecting people that share our view on company culture. Our core values include teamwork, integrity, accountability, & embracing diversity.