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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VMware Cloud Foundation -Cloud Architect (VCP-VCF-Architect Certification mandatory) @ Remote - **Company:** Svk Systems Inc - **Location:** Fremont, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $176,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Application Layers, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Databases, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, VMware ESX Servers, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Single Sign-On, Storage Virtualization, Systems Integration, VCloud, Virtual Machines, VMware VSphere, Data Logging, Dynamic Routing, Enterprise Software Applications, Load Balancing, System Availability, Togaf, Kubernetes, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Virtual Private Clouds, Vmware - **Published:** June 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f85e401e27c6fe85 ## About the Role Do you have experience in vCenter?, The Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate is a visionary technical leader who can confidently traverse the entire VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) full-stack Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platform. This architect must seamlessly bridge the gap between traditional enterprise software and AI-enhanced modern applications, driving business value such as lower infrastructure costs, increased IT efficiency, and faster deployment times They must possess deep expertise in designing and deploying VCF Fleets, VCF Instances, Management Domains, and Workload Domains. Furthermore, they should be highly proficient and experienced in integrating core compute, storage, networking, security, and cloud automation in a manner valuable to customers., Minimum 5 years of VCF 5.2+ hands-on experience at enterprise scale. Required Certifications: VCP-VCF-Architect VCP VCF-Administrator (version 9) Additional Preferred Certifications: VCP-VCF Architect and Administrator (5.x) TOGAF Past VCAP / VCIX Networking certification (CCNA, AVI, F5 (Load Balancing)), The VCF Core Stack: Expert-level mastery of VMware vSphere (ESXi and vCenter), vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager. VCF Operations & Automation: Proven track record deploying VCF Operations and VCF Automation for fleet lifecycle management, password/certificate management, and orchestration Blueprint Translation: Ability to translate complex business requirements into standard VCF Design Blueprints (e.g., Multi-Region with DR, Single Site with High Availability, or Locally Managed Edge configurations). Networking Expertise: Deep understanding of network fabric models, BGP EVPN, Tier-0/Tier-1 gateways, and NSX Edge Cluster designs. Workload Mobility: Experience utilizing VCF Operations HCX for secure, automated workload migration and interconnection across private clouds. ## Description We are seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our modern private cloud platform using VMware Cloud Foundation 9.x. You will be responsible for architecting a flexible, high-performing IT infrastructure that supports both traditional virtual machines (VMs) and modern containerized Kubernetes and AI/ML workloads. Your expertise will directly drive our business outcomes, targeting massive ROI, reduced unplanned downtime, and heightened developer productivity., End-to-End VCF Architecture: Design and implement VCF Fleets and Instances across single-site, multi-site, and geographically dispersed Edge environments. Infrastructure Design: Architect robust Workload Domains and vSphere Cluster models, selecting appropriate hardware, scaling solutions, and fault domains for enterprise workloads. Advanced Networking & Security: Design Layer 2 to Layer 7 network stacks using NSX, implementing Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), distributed load balancing, dynamic routing, and comprehensive security policies Storage Architecture: Define storage models utilizing vSAN Express Storage Architecture (ESA), vSAN Original Storage Architecture (OSA), Fibre Channel, and NFS to meet stringent performance and availability requirements Cloud Automation & Self-Service: Deploy and configure VCF Automation (formerly Aria Automation) to provide application teams with a self-service catalog for provisioning VMs, Kubernetes clusters, and databases within a secure, multi-tenant environment ? Automation: Ability to understand and code key languages such as Javascript, Powershell, Python, etc. pertinent to the VCF platform. Fleet Management & Operations: Implement VCF Operations (formerly Aria Operations) for centralized logging, network visibility, FinOps (cost and capacity management), and proactive health monitoring across the entire cloud fleet Modern Workload Enablement: Enable vSphere Supervisor to embed a Kubernetes control plane directly into ESXi hosts, delivering seamless vSphere Kubernetes Service (VKS) clusters for DevOps teams. 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