VMware Engineer
Location: Long Branch, NJ
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Network Engineering
Job Description Apply Now
The VMware Engineer role offers a unique opportunity for IT professionals seeking to expand their experience in a dynamic corporate banking environment. This full-time VMware Engineer position is critical to maintaining and optimizing virtualized infrastructure environments, supporting core systems and applications, and ensuring the reliability and performance of essential technology services. Based in New York, NY, this role is ideal for those with a passion for infrastructure, server engineering, and collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced setting. As a VMware Engineer, you will be part of a small but highly skilled team responsible for the administration and support of VMware environments, Microsoft Exchange (both on-premises and Azure cloud), and related infrastructure components. You will work closely with colleagues in the US and the UK, contributing to the stability, security, and ongoing improvement of the organization's IT backbone.
The VMware Engineer position involves providing production (business as usual) support for critical systems, handling backup processes, managing hybrid Exchange environments, and assisting with infrastructure transitions and upgrades. You will be engaged in regular communication with technical teams and business users, playing a key role in bridging technology and business goals. Your work will also involve routine administrative tasks, troubleshooting, and supporting data center operations in multiple locations, ensuring seamless delivery of technology services to the organization.
In this VMware Engineer role, you will be expected to demonstrate a strong foundation in server engineering, virtualization, storage solutions, and basic networking. Experience with Citrix and Meraki is advantageous, and the ability to adapt to both on-premises and cloud-based environments is essential. This is a hands-on position where your technical expertise and collaborative approach will be highly valued. The VMware Engineer will also participate in a rotating shift schedule to provide comprehensive support across different operational hours and geographies.
This VMware Engineer opportunity in New York, NY provides a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. You will be joining an industry-leading organization with over 25 years of proven success, recognized for excellence and employee-oriented programs. The company supports its employees with dedicated engagement management, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. As an employer, the company is committed to equal opportunity and adheres to all applicable civil rights laws and regulations.
If you are an experienced IT professional ready to take the next step in your career as a VMware Engineer, apply today by clicking the job application button to join a high-performing team and make a meaningful impact on mission-critical infrastructure services.
VMware Engineer - Summary- Full-time VMware Engineer position responsible for supporting and optimizing VMware-based infrastructure in a corporate banking environment.
- Located in New York, NY with collaboration across US and UK teams.
- Focus on production support, infrastructure administration, and technology alignment.
- Provide business-as-usual (BAU) production support for critical infrastructure systems, including VMware and Microsoft Exchange (hybrid: on-premises and Azure cloud).
- Administer server engineering tasks, backup processes, and infrastructure support functions.
- Collaborate with US and UK teams to maintain and transition infrastructure services.
- Respond to production issues, troubleshoot technical challenges, and ensure system stability and performance.
- Support data center operations in New Jersey and Atlanta as part of a rotating shift schedule.
- Assist in infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and related project initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with both technical teams and non-technical business users.
- Competitive compensation package for the VMware Engineer role.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program and dedicated engagement management support.
- Professional development opportunities within an industry-leading organization.
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner for 12 consecutive years.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in infrastructure support and server engineering roles.
- Demonstrated expertise with VMware, Microsoft Exchange, Citrix, and storage solutions.
- Basic networking skills; experience with Meraki is a plus.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment (on-premises and cloud-based technologies).
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact with diverse teams and business users.
- Experience supporting geographically dispersed teams, including US and UK collaboration.
- Technically proficient in virtualization, server administration, and hybrid cloud environments.
- Experienced in providing critical infrastructure support and troubleshooting complex systems.
- Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and rotating shift schedules.
- Thorough understanding of infrastructure best practices and security standards.
- Opportunity to work in New York, NY—an exciting and dynamic location for IT professionals.
- Join a company with over 25 years of industry experience and a strong reputation for employee satisfaction and recognition.
- Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing support from a dedicated engagement manager.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all hiring and employment practices.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement.
If you are ready to advance your career as a VMware Engineer, click the job application button and take the next step toward joining a high-performing team dedicated to technology excellence.