Server Virtualization Operations Engineer

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VMware ESX Platform Operations Engineer supporting Lilly’s global pharmaceutical infrastructure. Automating cloud and virtualization operations with AIOps, observability, and resilient multi-datacenter systems.

Posted 8/17/2026full-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 and cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on automation, observability, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead global deployments and optimize infrastructure for high availability and reliability.

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VMware ESX / Platform EngineeringAI-Enabled Automation ToolsCloud Infrastructure ManagementInfrastructure Availability and ResiliencyNetworking Concepts

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Hard Skills

VMware/vSpherePythonJSONYAMLARMGitZertoVMware HCXStorage ReplicationDistributed Switches (vDS)

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureAzure VMware ServiceIaaS Cloud ServicesAI-Powered Coding ToolsEvent-Driven Automation

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure-as-a-ServiceMulti-Datacenter Stretch ClustersOperational PatternsObservabilityGlobal Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudEC2LinuxPythonVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and manage enterprise VMware ESX-based Infrastructure-as-a-Service capabilities on-premises and in Microsoft Azure
Maintain system stability and high availability for critical workloads
Automate operational tasks using AI-powered coding and automation tools
Maintain critical infrastructure components across multi-datacenter stretch clusters
Implement solutions that improve infrastructure availability and reliability
Improve observability and develop repeatable operational patterns and architectural designs to help prevent outages
Provide mentorship and direction to global Lilly operations and platform infrastructure SMEs
Drive adoption of AIOps, event-driven automation, and robust observability
Accelerate infrastructure AIOps automation, cloud IaaS management, and cloud infrastructure as code initiatives
Transform operations processes through proactive, predictive, and automated AI and observability capabilities
Identify technology opportunities and advance Lilly’s AIOps journey
Optimize, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure capabilities
Lead deployment of enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions at multiple global locations
Lead operations of a global large-scale ESX infrastructure service

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
Demonstrated experience or exposure to AI-enabled automation tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or similar
Authorization to work full-time in the United States; Lilly will not sponsor work authorization or visas
Technical expertise and leadership to turn ideas into solutions
Experience supporting enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions and leading deployments at multiple global locations
Strong hands-on experience with automated infrastructure availability and resiliency, including VMware/vSphere and storage replication, at enterprise scale
Experience with virtualized Windows or Linux operating systems
Knowledge of modern VMware ESX, Azure VMware Service, IaaS cloud services such as EC2 and Azure Compute, and tools/languages including Python, JSON, YAML, ARM, and Git
Ability to optimize, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure
Track record of high-quality, agile, team-based solution delivery
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills across global and diverse teams
Deep understanding of networking concepts such as VLANs and trunking
Prior experience configuring and leading VMware networking components, including Distributed Switches (vDS)
Experience with Zerto and VMware HCX technologies is a plus
Experience leading operations of a global large-scale ESX infrastructure service
Ability to work the stated shift schedule and rotating Monday-to-Friday / 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 and fitness benefits
Employee clubs and activities
Employee resource groups (ERGs)
Disability accommodation support during the application process