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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Architect - 210266 - **Company:** GDKN Corporation - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $128,960.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), NetApp Applications, Data ONTAP (Server Appliance), PowerCLI, Windows PowerShell, VCloud, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, IT Architecture, Git, Information Technology, Vcenter, Restful APIs, Vmware - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e3882ad2e9c465a4 ## About the Role Do you have experience in vCenter?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, We are seeking a results-driven Sr. IT Architect with extensive experience in managing and optimizing vRealize Automation (vRA), VMware Cloud Director (VCD), and vRealize Orchestrator (vRO) environments globally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, scripting, implementing, and managing IaaS solutions on VMware environments. As a key member of our SDDC Team, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the vRA/VCD environment, administering the VMware environment, and troubleshooting the vRA/VCD environment. You will also play a crucial role in creating new endpoints, enhancing and customizing vRA using JavaScript, and implementing automation solutions for operations-related tasks. The successful candidate will be a VMware Subject Matter Expert (SME) for vRA 7.x, vRO 7.x, VCD, vCenter, vSphere, and PowerCLI., * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. * 6+ years of experience in IT architecture planning, including a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. * Extensive experience with: * vRA * vRO * VCD * NSX-T * Strong knowledge of VMware environment administration. * Proficiency in: * JavaScript * REST APIs * PowerShell scripting * Experience with IaaS solution design and implementation. * VMware certifications in vRA, vRO, VCD, or related technologies. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. * Excellent leadership and team management skills. * In-depth understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies. * U.S. Citizenship required due to working in export-controlled and non-export-controlled environments. We Value * Advanced engineering degree in a relevant field. * Experience with vRO, vRA, and VCD. * Ability to comprehend complex cloud environments. * Familiarity with change management processes. * Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. ## Description * Oversee and manage the vRA and VCD environment globally. * Administer the VMware environment and troubleshoot the vRA/VCD environment. * Create new endpoints as a landing zone for vRA and deploy new vORGs in VCD. * Utilize strong knowledge of JavaScript to enhance and customize vRA. * Design, script, implement, and manage an IaaS solution (VM Creation Tool) on a VMware environment. * Serve as an Automation Engineer for vRA, vRO, vCenter API, and SDK. * Use JavaScript, REST APIs, PowerShell, and Git to facilitate automation of operations-related tasks. * Act as a VMware Subject Matter Expert (SME) for: * vRA 7.x * vRO 7.x * VCD * VMware Converter * vCenter * vSphere * NSX-T * PowerCLI * Implement and test vRA 7.x environment upgrades, including tenant and fabric group design and configuration. * Collaborate with team members to implement VM creation and deletion workflows in vRO. * Work extensively with vRA and vRO to implement various production and non-production proof of concepts (POCs) for blueprints and workflows. * Deploy and manage Azure VMware Services (AVS) and Azure NetApp Files (ANF) through the Azure portal. * Deploy and manage VMware Cloud on AWS and Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP through the AWS portal. * Deploy and manage Google Cloud VMware Engine and Google Cloud NetApp Volumes through the Google Cloud Platform portal., * Do you have hands-on experience supporting product hosting environments or cloud-based platforms (e.g., SaaS, migration technologies, or virtual engineering platforms)? * Are you comfortable working aligned to U.S. time zone hours and providing ongoing operational support for critical IT systems? * Can you describe your experience with troubleshooting and maintaining enterprise IT systems that require minimal ramp-up time? ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024)