Windows and VMWare Administrator
- Hyderabad, Telangana Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (primarily Windows Server 2016, 2019 and later), including installation, configuration, patching, and performance tuning.
- Manage and support core Microsoft services, including Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Group Policy Objects (GPOs), DNS, NTP and DHCP.
- Manage and support VMware infrastructure, including vSphere, vCenter Server, ESXi hosts, VMware HA, and DRS configurations.
- Support and maintain virtual and physical server infrastructure within data centre hosting environments.
- Perform monthly patching across multiple servers and ESXi hosts using centralized patch management tools and processes.
- Implement and maintain security best practices to protect systems and data; support vulnerability management processes.
- Provide technical support to clients, effectively troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Windows and VMware environments.
- Provide Problem Management support, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for client-impacting incidents and resolving complex underlying issues.
- Collaborate with team members on infrastructure planning, upgrades, migrations, and changes.
- Assist with server decommissioning and migration activities as required.
- Maintain clear and accurate documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Coordinate effectively with vendors for technical support and procurement.
- Strong demonstrated work ethic with clear focus on customer success.
- Participate in an on-call rotation in an escalation capacity.
- 5-8 years of overall experience in IT infrastructure administration, with significant hands-on experience in both Windows Server and VMware administration.
- Strong experience in Windows Server administration (Windows Server 2016, 2019).
- Proficiency in VMware virtualization technologies (VMware vSphere, vCenter Server, ESXi, Update Manager, HA, DRS).
- Experience managing VMware datastores and familiarity with underlying storage concepts (e.g., SAN, NAS, iSCSI, NFS).
- Experience in PowerShell scripting for task automation and system administration.
- Understanding of core networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, Firewall basics).
- Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical systems.
- Proven experience supporting infrastructure within data centre hosting environments.
- Strong troubleshooting methodology and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently as an Individual Contributor and manage tasks effectively.
- Desirable to have hands-on experience with a major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Relevant certifications (e.g., VCP-DCV, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or similar) are a plus.
- Love your career: Competitive total rewards and salary package.
- Love your coworkers: Collaborate with some of the best and brightest in the industry!
- Love your development: Hone your skills or learn new ones with our substantial training allowance; participate in professional development days, attend training, become certified, whatever you like!
- Love your workspace: We give you all the equipment you need to work from home including a laptop with your choice of OS, and an annual budget to personalize your work environment!
- Love yourself: Pythian cares about the health and well-being of our team. You will have an annual wellness budget to make yourself a priority (use it on gym memberships, massages, fitness and more). Additionally, you will receive a generous amount of paid vacation and sick days, as well as a day off to volunteer for your favorite charity.