Server Virtualization Platform Operations Engineer

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VMware ESX Platform Operations Engineer operating Lilly’s global pharmaceutical infrastructure across on-premises and Azure environments. Automating resilience, observability, and daily operations with AI-powered tools.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeIndianapolis • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,500 - $151,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing VMware ESX-based Infrastructure-as-a-Service capabilities, optimizing private cloud infrastructure, and implementing AI-enabled automation tools to enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead global infrastructure deployments while ensuring high availability and reliability of critical workloads.

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VMware ESX / Platform EngineeringAI-Enabled Automation ToolsPrivate Cloud Infrastructure ManagementTechnical Leadership in Global DeploymentsNetworking Concepts and VMware Networking Components

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Hard Skills

VMware ESXInfrastructure as CodeAI OpsVSphereStorage ReplicationVirtualized WindowsVirtualized LinuxPythonJSONYAML

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureDell SAN StorageZertoVMware HCXAzure VMware Service

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure as a ServiceMulti-Datacenter OperationsObservabilityEvent-Driven AutomationDistributed Switches

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudEC2LinuxPythonVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and manage enterprise VMware ESX-based Infrastructure-as-a-Service capabilities on-premises and in Microsoft Azure
Maintain system stability and ensure high availability for critical workloads
Automate operational tasks using AI Ops, event-driven automation, observability, and infrastructure as code
Support multi-datacenter operations and stretch clusters for Lilly manufacturing and research sites
Implement architectural and operational solutions that improve infrastructure availability and reliability
Improve observability to help prevent outages
Apply AI-powered coding and automation tools to accelerate engineering workflows
Optimize, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure capabilities
Lead deployment of enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions across multiple global locations
Provide mentorship and direction to global Lilly operations SMEs and platform infrastructure operations SMEs
Support daily operations for the server virtualization platform
Identify technology opportunities and accelerate Lilly's AI Ops journey
Configure and lead VMware networking components, including Distributed Switches, for efficient and secure network communication

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related technical field
4+ years of experience as a VMware ESX / Platform Engineer
Authorized to work full-time in the United States
Demonstrated experience or exposure to AI-enabled automation tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or similar
Hands-on experience with automated infrastructure availability and resiliency at enterprise scale
Experience with VMware/vSphere and storage replication
Experience with virtualized Windows or Linux operating system platforms
Technical leadership supporting enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions and deployments at multiple global locations
Ability to optimize, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure
Deep understanding of networking concepts, including VLANs and trunking
Prior experience configuring and leading VMware networking components, including Distributed Switches (vDS)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience leading operations of a global large-scale ESX infrastructure service
Experience with Dell SAN storage or cloud certifications is a bonus
Knowledge of VMware ESX, Azure VMware Service, IaaS cloud services such as EC2 and Azure Compute is a bonus
Knowledge of Python, JSON, YAML, ARM, or Git is a bonus
Experience with Zerto and VMware HCX technologies is a plus
Willingness to work the stated shift schedule and rotating Monday-to-Friday or Thursday-to-Monday shifts
Less than 5% travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus depending, in part, on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities
Employee resource groups and support networks
Disability accommodation support during the application process