Data Migration and Testing Project Manager - SP1

Data Migration and Testing Project Manager - SP1

Posted 2 weeks ago by Hays

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Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
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Summary: The role requires a candidate with proven experience in migrating from VMware to Proxmox, emphasizing a strong background in virtualization and Linux systems. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning and executing migration projects, ensuring minimal downtime and effective communication with stakeholders. The position is based in Birmingham and offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct VMware-to-Proxmox migrations with a focus on minimizing downtime.
  • Manage virtualisation environments, including VM configuration, storage, and networking.
  • Utilize Proxmox VE architecture for clustering and backup strategies.
  • Perform Linux systems administration and troubleshoot related issues.
  • Convert disk formats and utilize migration tools effectively.
  • Plan and document migration processes, including rollback plans.
  • Communicate with stakeholders to ensure service continuity, especially in critical environments.

Key Skills:

  • Strong background in virtualization, particularly VMware vSphere/ESXi.
  • Familiarity with Proxmox VE architecture and tools.
  • Proficient in Linux CLI and system administration.
  • Experience with disk conversion and migration tooling.
  • Understanding of networking and firewall configurations.
  • Ability to document processes and communicate effectively.
  • Project management skills, including familiarity with Monday.com.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

The successful applicant should have had a successful VMware-to-Proxmox migration or a very similar proven track record. They will require a blend of virtualisation expertise, Linux fluency, and practical migration experience. £350 - £425 p/d Hybrid working pattern Location: Birmingham sites

Core Technical Skills

  • Strong Virtualisation Background
  • Deep understanding of VMware vSphere/ESXi environments, including VM configuration, storage, and networking.
  • Familiarity with Proxmox VE architecture, including clustering, storage models, and native backup tools like Proxmox Backup Server.
  • Linux Systems Administration
  • Proxmox is Debian-based, so comfort with Linux CLI, shell scripting, and system services is essential.
  • Ability to troubleshoot boot issues, kernel modules, and hardware compatibility.
  • Migration Tooling & Disk Conversion
  • Experience with converting VMDK to QCOW2 or RAW formats.
  • Familiarity with tools like qemu-img, virt-v2v, or Proxmox's built-in import wizard
  • Equally able to build new Windows 2019 Servers rebuilding services and systems where needed.
  • Networking & Firewall Configuration
  • Understanding of virtual bridges, VLANs, and Proxmox's firewall model.
  • Ability to replicate VMware's virtual networking setup in Proxmox.
  • Backup & Recovery Planning
  • Knowledge of backup strategies pre- and post-migration.
  • Experience with tools like Nakivo (which supports both VMware and Proxmox) or Proxmox Backup Server.
  • Soft Skills & Project Readiness
  • Pre-Migration Planning
  • Ability to map out dependencies, assess VM compatibility, and plan for downtime.
  • Use Monday.com to project manage.
  • Familiarity with licensing implications and vendor support transitions (e.g. from VMware to open-source Proxmox).
  • Documentation & Communication
  • Clear documentation of implementation, migration steps, rollback plans, and system changes.
  • The ability to liaise with stakeholders, especially in healthcare or charity environments where service continuity is critical and uptime must remain constant.

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