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We are seeking VMware VCF Architects/Consultants to join our client on a contract basis. Our client is one of the most certified independent VMware specialists in the UK, regularly delivering cutting-edge solutions across public and private sector organisations. They are consistently in need of VMware expertise for a range of projects, with contract durations ranging from 20 days to 12 months, depending on project demand and specialist skill sets. The client has ongoing requirements for skilled consultants across the entire UK. Key skills VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF 5 or VCF 9) - architecture, deployment, life cycle management VMware Aria (Operations/Automation/Suite) VMware NSX - design, implementation, security, networking SDDC architecture and platform design Integration across compute, storage, networking, and automation layers What you'll do Architect scalable, secure VMware Cloud Foundation platforms Lead design decisions and provide technical direction Deliver end-to-end VMware VCF implementations and upgrades Work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to deliver robust platforms Support automation, life cycle management, and operational best practice Interested, intrigued, or want to find out more? Apply today so that we can start a conversation or call

VMware Specialist Engineer Experis London Area, United Kingdom (On-site) VMware Specialist Engineers Contract - 659 p/d (Umbrella) - Immediate Start Role Title: VMware Specialist Engineer Location: Central London Start Date: 10 March 2026 End Date: 10 September 2026 CV Requirement: Candidates must explicitly reference required VMware tools and project usage. Overview An urgent requirement exists for an Expert?level VMware Specialist Engineer to support multiple infrastructure and cloud engineering projects. The successful candidate will have strong hands?on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and must bring deep subject?matter expertise in specialist VMware technologies. Candidates must offer proven experience with at least one of the following: vRealize Network Insight (VRNI) VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) VMware HCX Key Responsibilities VMware Engineering & Deployment Deliver senior?level engineering support across VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 5 environments. Deploy VMware solutions as part of a technical engineering team delivering large?scale infrastructure projects. Design, implement and customise VCF deployments to maximise platform features. Support upgrade activity, including migrations to VCF 9. Automation & Tooling Contribute to automation initiatives using: PowerShell Python JavaScript Support the development of automation artefacts that enhance platform performance and operational efficiency. Specialist Product Expertise Provide advanced technical capability in one or more of the following: vRealize Network Insight (VRNI) VMware SRM VMware HCX Troubleshoot complex issues within these technologies and provide optimisation guidance. Technical Collaboration Work across multiple parallel projects, supporting technical leads and architecture teams. Produce high?quality documentation and contribute to knowledge?sharing within the engineering function. Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure solutions are aligned to technical and business objectives. Required Skills & Experience Essential Strong hands?on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 5. Current VCP?VCF certification. Proven experience using VRNI, SRM or HCX in live project environments. Ability to deliver complex VMware engineering tasks across multiple simultaneous projects. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills. Must reference key VMware products directly in the CV. Desirable Preparing for VCF 9 release certification. Additional VMware specialisms, e.g.: vRealize Automation (Aria Automation) vRealize Operations (Aria Operations) Practical automation skills using PowerShell, Python or JavaScript. Experience working on large?scale cloud or infrastructure transformation projects.

We are seeking an experienced VMware Specialist Engineer with strong expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 5 to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in deploying VMware solutions and developing advanced customisations for customer VCF environments, including upgrades and optimisation work for VCF 9. 6-month contract Inside IR35 You will be a proactive technical specialist with a strong understanding of VMware cloud technologies and a passion for automation and platform optimisation. You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy solving complex infrastructure challenges to deliver high-value outcomes for customers. Key Responsibilities Deploy, configure, and support VMware Cloud Foundation environments for enterprise customers. Develop and implement custom integrations and automation to maximise customer use of VCF 9 features. Lead or support upgrade paths from VCF 5 to VCF 9. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to design scalable, resilient VMware architectures. Provide subject matter expertise across related VMware technologies including Aria Automation and Aria Operations. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation 5. Actively preparing for the VCF 9 release certification. VCP-VCF certification desirable Proven experience deploying and supporting VMware-based solutions in production environments. Preferred VMware Specialisations Experience with any of the following VMware technologies is highly desirable: vRealize Automation (Aria Automation) vRealize Operations (Aria Operations) vRealize Network Insight (VRNI) VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) VMware HCX Additional Desirable Skills Broad automation experience, including:PowerShell,Python,JavaScript Ability to design and maintain automated workflows to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual overhead. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Senior HCX Consultant Duration: ASAP until 31st December 2026 Location: UK (Hybrid - with occasional travel to Leeds or Manchester) Engagement Type: Contract (Umbrella/PAYE only - PSC engagements not permitted) We are working with a Platinum VMware Partner seeking an experienced Senior VMware HCX Consultant to support a major enterprise cloud transformation programme. The successful consultant will play a key role in configuring, optimising, and supporting VMware HCX to enable large-scale migrations into a new VMware Cloud Foundation environment. This role will involve close collaboration with platform engineering and migration teams to ensure the HCX platform is correctly configured and tuned to support migration waves. Key Responsibilities Lead the setup, configuration, and tuning of VMware HCX within a VMware Cloud Foundation environment Support large-scale migration events into the target cloud platform Act as a rapid response escalation point during migration activities Collaborate with infrastructure and cloud engineering teams to ensure migration readiness Provide best-practice guidance for HCX performance and stability Participate in planned migration windows, which may occasionally occur outside standard business hours Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with VMware HCX deployment, configuration, and optimisation Proven background supporting enterprise migration programmes Experience working within VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments Solid understanding of VMware infrastructure, networking, and hybrid cloud architectures Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly during critical migration windows Strong stakeholder communication and consultancy skills Umbrella/PAYE engagement model only (PSC engagements are not permitted for this client) Opportunity to work on a large-scale enterprise cloud migration programme If you are a VMware HCX specialist looking to support a high-profile migration programme within a leading VMware partner, apply now or email

Contract VCF Architect, 2 days onsite, 3 days remote 6 months Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Contract VCF Architect with expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and associated technologies, including HCX, SRM, and SDDC, to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising virtual cloud infrastructure solutions to meet our business needs. Key Responsibilities: - Design and implement VMware Cloud Foundation architecture and solutions.- Utilise HCX (Hybrid Cloud Extension) to facilitate workload mobility across cloud environments.- Implement and manage Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for disaster recovery solutions.- Develop and optimise Software-Defined Data Centre (SDDC) strategies and deployments.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cloud architecture with business objectives.- Provide technical guidance and support for cloud infrastructure projects.- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VCF, HCX, SRM, and SDDC components.- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in cloud architecture. Required Skills and Qualifications: - Proven experience as a VCF Architect or similar role.- Extensive knowledge of VMware Cloud Foundation architecture.- Hands-on experience with HCX, SRM, and SDDC technologies.- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and virtualisation concepts.- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.- Effective communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications: - VMware certifications (e.g., VCP, VCAP, VCDX) are a plus.- Experience in large-scale cloud migration projects.- Familiarity with additional VMware products and solutions. Contact (url removed) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior VMware Infrastructure Engineer VMWare SME Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, which is seeking a Senior VMware Infrastructure Engineer for an initial six-month assignment, with the option to extend. Location: Milton Keynes - Hybrid working The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and have a strong background in VMware engineering, demonstrating the following skills and experience: Proven experience supporting VMware platforms in secure environments within the public sector. Proficiency in the design, configuration, administration, and support of VMware technologies, including ESXI, vSphere, HA configuration, vCenter, vSan & VmWare Aria Experience in VMware Private Cloud setup and management using VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX architecture and design. VMware qualifications should include: VCP-DCV, NSX or VCAP. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Technical Architect +6 months + +Hybrid in London +eDV clearance +Inside IR35 + 650 - 700 a day We are seeking an experienced eDV Cleared Technical Architect to design and assure secure, mission-critical infrastructure within a high-security government environment. The Role You will lead the production of High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLDs/LLDs) for secure, multi-tenant platforms, ensuring alignment to Secure by Design principles and frameworks including the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) CAF and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST 800-53) . You'll present at TDA, act as the infrastructure SME, and ensure all solutions are hardened to CIS/STIG standards. Key Experience Modern data centre networking (Clos-fabric, BGP, ECMP, DCI, EVPN/VXLAN) Palo Alto firewalls and secure cross-domain architectures VMware private cloud, including VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) , VxRail/vSAN and NSX-T Secure multi-tier environments (DMZs, segmentation, high-grade crypto) Linux & Windows Server administration (AD, PKI, SQL) Docker, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Ansible) Desirable Kubernetes, Vault, Splunk, Panorama, Avi, SRM, Dell Powerscale, NVIDIA GPU, VDI (Omnissa Horizon). This is a high-impact role shaping secure cloud and infrastructure architecture at scale. If you hold active eDV clearance and thrive in complex, secure environments, we'd like to hear from you.

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Architect 3 Month Contract £500-600 p/day Remote We're looking for a VMware Cloud Foundation Architect to lead the design of a multi-site VCF 9.x environment. This role will cover core platform architecture, BC/DR integration, upgrades from existing VCF deployments, and operational knowledge transfer. Location: Remote (occasional onsite in Basingstoke) Contract: 3-months (OIR35) Rate: £500-600 p/day Start date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Design and document multi-site VCF 9.x architectures (management and workload domains). Lead workshops with stakeholders and define integration across vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Ops, Fleet Manager, and SDDC Manager. Incorporate BC/DR and survivability into all aspects of design. Deliver simplified operational models and scale-out designs for remote sites. Perform health checks and recommend upgrade paths from existing VCF 5.x environments. Provide workshops and knowledge transfer on VCF Operations (Ops, Logs, Networks). Skills: Extensive experience in VCF or SDDC design and delivery Strong knowledge of vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Ops, and SDDC Manager. Proven track record in multi-site and BC/DR architectures. Ability to run workshops and clearly communicate design decisions. Desired: VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) or equivalent senior-level certification. Experience with Aria Ops custom dashboards. Familiarity with physical networking and handoffs to fabric teams. If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate consideration. Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location . Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

VMware NSX Architect | 3 Month Contract | £500-600 p/day | Remote We are seeking an experienced VMware NSX Architect to lead the networking design for a VCF 9.x environment. You'll be responsible for overlay and VLAN-backed topologies, NSX federation, and edge cluster deployment, working closely with customer and network teams to deliver enterprise-scale solutions. Location: Remote (occasional trips to Basingstoke) Contract: 3 months (OIR35) Rate: £500-600 p/day Start date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Lead NSX design sessions and produce detailed design documentation. Define and validate overlay networking, VLAN-backed integration, and NSX Edge Clusters. Deliver workshops covering NSX use cases and operational best practices. Support federation between NSX instances and ensure BC/DR alignment. Work with physical network teams to integrate NSX with underlying infrastructure Skills: Proven hands-on experience with NSX-T architecture and design. Expertise in overlay networking, VLAN-backed topologies, EVPN/VXLAN. Experience with NSX Federation and multi-site deployments. Strong grasp of physical networking protocols (BGP, L2/L3). Excellent documentation and workshop delivery skills. Desired: VMware VCAP-NV or VCDX-NV certification. Experience with Aria Operations for Networks. Exposure to hybrid/multi-cloud networking. If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate considersation. Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location. Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.