About Beeks
Beeks Group is a leading managed cloud provider exclusively within financial markets. Our Infrastructure-as-a-Service model is optimised for low-latency private cloud compute, connectivity and analytics, providing the flexibility to deploy and connect to exchanges, trading venues and public cloud for a true hybrid cloud experience.
Founded in 2011, Beeks Group is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BKS) and has enjoyed continued growth each year. Beeks Group now employs over 100 team members across the globe and has an international network of over thirty data centres.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Virtualisation Engineer to join us at our unique Head Office in Renfrew which includes our state-of-the-art gym with weekly circuit training, a personal trainer and yoga classes as well as the Beeks Bar or weekly masseuse to help you unwind!
About the Role
As a Virtualisation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, and managing virtualized environments to support our clients. This role demands a deep understanding of virtualisation technologies, infrastructure optimisation, and the ability to deliver high-performance solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Environment Support:
1. Manage and maintain current VMware and KVM based virtualisation using OpenNebula.
2. Perform life cycle management of virtualized systems, including patching, upgrades, and migrations.
2. Service Deployment:
1. Support and deploy services, configurations based on approved designs and documentation (e.g., Confluence).
2. Optimise deployments for performance and reliability under guidance.
3. Storage and Network Management:
1. Provide basic and advanced troubleshooting of virtualisation-related storage and network issues.
2. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and report any design or implementation challenges.
4. BAU and Project Work:
1. Balance ongoing BAU support (e.g., incident resolution, monitoring) with participation in projects (e.g., deployments, upgrades).
2. Implement solutions in alignment with documented project timelines and priorities.
5. Issue Resolution and Implementation:
1. Identify and report risks, inefficiencies, or gaps in documentation to relevant teams.
2. Implement solutions based on existing designs and guidelines while escalating complex issues when required.
6. Flexibility and Support:
1. Align work hours with operational and project demands as required.
2. Adapt to challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.
Desired Skills and Experience
* Experience with VMware vSphere and related virtualisation technologies.
* Familiarity with Linux/KVM based virtualisation.
* Strong understanding of storage (e.g., SAN, NAS) and networking concepts.
* Ability to troubleshoot and resolve virtualization-related performance and operational issues.
* Proven experience implementing solutions based on documented designs and processes.
* Proactive mindset with excellent issue identification and reporting abilities.
* Flexibility to adjust work hours based on business needs.
What We Can Offer You
Compensation & Benefits
* A competitive salary
* A unique and highly rewarding Share Options scheme
* Highly competitive pension scheme
* EV salary exchange scheme
* Life assurance cover
* Investment in Training
* Private Health Insurance
Lifestyle
* Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days at home)
* Flexible work hours
* 33 days annual leave
Recruitment Process
* 15-20min Screening Call
* ~1hr Technical Interview
* Offer issued and start date agreed
This full-time position is available only to candidates who have full Right to Work in the UK.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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