Team Name:
IT - Information Systems

Job Title: Senior Virtualization Engineer

Requisition ID: R008095

Job Description:
Blizzard Entertainment's global information systems team is looking for an experienced and talented SeniorVirtualization Engineertohelpin designing and supporting Blizzard's global information systems infrastructure. The ideal candidate is skilled in collaborating with a global team, and leading technology discussions and decisions. He/She will primarily work on projects but may also serve as an escalation point for support teams when needed.This individual willserve asa key resource on large projects, working directly with project managersand executive leadership to implement technology solutions for Blizzard.

This role requires substantial interaction with other Blizzard support and development teams, therefore strong communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as a desire for delivering great customer service.

Covid-19 Hiring Update :We've transitioned to a work-from-home model and we're continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person's circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage the infrastructure used to support our corporate environment and our development teams


• Implement complex projects and time-sensitive tasks under minimal supervision


• Ensure all globalproduction environments and related systems and services are available 24x7


• Support, maintain, and upgrade production critical systems


• Solve tough and complex business problems, utilizing both repeatable and creative solutions


• Provide on call support as part of an on-call rotation


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Advanced understanding of enterprise virtualization technologies including VMware, vSphere, vRealize Automation and vRealize Operations


• Advanced understanding of virtual desktop infrastructure such as VMware Horizon


• Strong understanding of security best practices, and both its theory and practical implementation


• Strong understanding of public cloud providers and services in AWS and GCP


• Familiarity with hardware platforms and hyperconverged infrastructure, including Cisco UCS and Dell EMC VxRail


• Familiarity with backup infrastructure and software solutions, such as Veeam


• Solid understanding of storage technologies and hardware vendors such as NetApp and Dell EMC


• Solid understanding of Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems


• Highly motivated and self-driven, capable of working with little instruction to resolve demanding tasks, as well as work with internal teams


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Experience working in an enterpriseenvironment

Pluses

• A degree in computer science or a related field


• Experience with automation systems, software, and technologies including but not limited to Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, and Jenkins


• Experience with monitoring tools


• A passion for video games

Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We've worked hard to champion an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiencesever. Join us!