Cloud Solution Architect (VMware)The Cloud Solution Architect will be responsible for designing, architecting, and enabling enterprise-grade private cloud solutions built on VMware technologies for Mobily environments. The role will support both Pre-Sales engagements and Cloud CoE initiatives, including solutioning, capability development, architecture governance, automation initiatives, and customer transformation programs.The architect will act as a key technical leader in designing scalable, secure, and highly available private cloud platforms aligned with telecom and enterprise workloads.Technical Skill RequirementsDomainRequired Skills / TechnologiesMobily ProficiencyVMware Core StackvSphere (ESXi, vCenter), vSAN, NSX-T / NSX, vRealize Suite (Aria Operations, Aria Automation, Aria Operations for Logs), VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), Site Recovery Manager (SRM), vRealize OrchestratorvSphere , vSAN, VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), Aria suite , NSX , Vcloud directorExpertCloud Management & AutomationAria Automation (vRA) blueprints, ABX actions, Aria Operations dashboards, vRO workflows, self-service portal design, IaaS/PaaS service catalogs, showback/chargebackAdvancedContainers & Modern AppsVMware Tanzu (TKG, TCE), Kubernetes on vSphere, container networking via NSX, integration with DevOps toolchainsBasic to IntermediateBackup & DRVeeam, Commvault, Dell PowerProtect, Rubrik; SRM-based DR design, RPO/RTO planning, active-active and active-passive DC topologiesFor DR VCDA is used in MobilyBasicHybrid & Multi-CloudVMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution (AVS), Google Cloud VMware Engine; hybrid networking, workload mobilityBasic to IntermediateMonitoring & ObservabilityAria Operations, Aria Operations for Logs (vRLI), SolarWinds, Prometheus/Grafana, Splunk integration, SLA/SLO reportingAria suit is used in Mobily cloudBasicKey Responsibilities1. Cloud Architecture & Solution DesignDesign and architect VMware-based private cloud and hybrid cloud solutionsDefine scalable and secure infrastructure architectures aligned with business and operational requirementsPrepare high-level and low-level design documents (HLD/LLD)Design HA, DR, backup, and business continuity solutions2. Pre-Sales & Solutioning SupportSupport RFP/RFI responses, technical proposals, and solution presentationsParticipate in customer discussions, technical workshops, and architecture reviewsPrepare BOM sizing, effort estimation, and technical solution documentationCollaborate with OEMs and partners for solution validation and proposal creation3. Cloud CoE & Capability BuildingSupport Cloud CoE initiatives, frameworks, and reusable solution acceleratorsDefine best practices, standards, and governance models for cloud implementationsDevelop reusable architecture templates, automation blueprints, and deployment standardsSupport internal training, mentoring, and technical capability development4. Automation & TransformationDrive infrastructure automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) initiativesSupport cloud modernization, migration, and optimization programsEnable self-service provisioning and cloud orchestration capabilitiesParticipate in PoCs, innovation initiatives, and emerging technology evaluations5. Operational Governance & AdvisoryProvide architecture guidance for operations, monitoring, and performance optimizationSupport troubleshooting of critical platform and infrastructure issuesEnsure adherence to security, compliance, and operational standardsParticipate in capacity planning and cloud optimization initiativesProject Delivery Provide architecture and technical governance support across cloud implementation and transformation projectsCollaborate with delivery teams on solution design, environment sizing, deployment strategy, and implementation planningSupport critical deployments, migrations, cutover activities, and production stabilizationEnsure adherence to CoE standards, security guidelines, automation frameworks, and operational best practicesParticipate in technical reviews, risk mitigation, issue resolution, and customer governance meetingsEnable smooth transition from project implementation to managed services and operations support6-Experience Requirements10–15+ years in Infrastructure / Cloud Architecture5+ years specifically in VMware private cloud architectureExperience in enterprise or telecom-scale environments preferredEducational QualificationBachelor’s degree in Engineering / Computer Science / Information TechnologyMandatory CertificationsVMwareVMware Certified Professional (VCP)VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP)VMware Cloud Foundation SpecialistCloudAWS/Azure/GCP Architect certifications (Optional)