Level 3 VMWare Engineer

At NCS Australia, we are more than a technology services company—we are a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and creators shaping the future. With a strong presence across the APAC region, we partner with government and enterprise organisations to tackle complex challenges and deliver solutions that drive real, lasting impact.

We are passionate about unlocking value through technology. By focusing on people, committing to quality, and challenging traditional thinking, we believe technology services can be done better. Our team brings this to life by advising, transforming, and managing technology to help our clients and communities thrive.

We love big ideas and bold thinkers. Bring your ambition and your creativity—together, we will turn them into extraordinary opportunities. Ready to make tomorrow with us? Explore our opportunities and join a team that is redefining what’s possible.

We are seeking a highly skilled Level 3 VMWare Engineer to join our dynamic team in Sydney, Australia. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and troubleshooting of our organization's VMware virtualization infrastructure.

• Manage and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including vCenter, ESXi hosts, and virtual machines
• Perform VMware infrastructure upgrades, patches, and configuration changes
• Implement and optimize storage solutions, including SAN and NAS technologies
• Configure and troubleshoot networking components, such as VLANs, routing, and firewalls
• Develop and maintain scripts for automation and efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and support
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Contribute to the development and implementation of virtualization best practices
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to critical incidents as needed

• Proven experience as a VMware Engineer, with a strong understanding of VMware virtualization technologies
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, and Python
• Solid knowledge of storage technologies (SAN, NAS) and networking concepts (VLANs, routing, firewalls)
• Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery solutions
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and documentation abilities
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification is required
• Additional VMware certifications (VCAP, VCDX) are highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred)
• Experience in a large-scale enterprise environment is preferred
• Knowledge of IT service management (ITIL) practices is an advantage
• Familiarity with virtualization security best practices is beneficial

Why join us: 

NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.

NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply. 

Agencies:

We’ve got this. We request that you do not contact NCS employees outside of the Talent Acquisition team. NCS exclusively accepts resumes from agencies on our preferred supplier panel through the NCS Agency Portal. Agencies that submit resumes must have a valid fee agreement and be assigned to the particular requisition by the Talent Acquisition team. Any resumes that are submitted outside of this process will become the sole property of NCS. If a candidate is hired outside of this process, no fee or payment will be given.

Work rights and background checks: 

To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks