Layer3 is a network and enterprise solutions provider. We combine our knowledge of world-class technology solutions, in addition to our partnership with some of the global technology providers to design, implement and support our clients’ business transformation ambitions. This includes the innovation of the data centre, software, server & storage systems, mobile device management, security & network infrastructure solutions and access solutions including broadband and VPN services. These solutions are all backed by our world-class support. At Layer3, the success of our customers is always paramount in our minds and our culture drives us to work closely with them to truly understand their business and ICT needs. We continuously build strategic partnerships with global technology leaders that enable us deploy solutions that minimize risks, maximize flexibility and optimize the use of capital with results that exceed our customers’ expectations. We run a 24/7 network management and support center which allows us provide round the clock remote monitoring and support services for our customers’ IT and network infrastructure as well as our expansive metro fiber network infrastructure guaranteeing optimal performance and quick fault resolutions. Layer3 started operations in 2005 with headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. It owns and operates metropolitan fiber networks in Lagos and Abuja and has a world-class network operations and management center in Abuja. In 2013, it recieved the Tony Elumelu Foundation and AllWorld Networks Nigeria50 award. The Nigeria50 award is a ranking of the fastest and most dynamic non-listed companies in Nigeria. Layer3 ranked 17th of the 50 companies awarded. Layer3 provides professional services in several African countries with a large pool of some of the most technically certified and experienced experts within the region.
Job Summary
- The Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for the vmware cloud infrastructure services. Also responsible for working to make sure the underlying cloud infrastructure architecture and technical decisions support their cloud services, service tiers, and OLAs needed to meet business needs.
- Interacting with OEMs and sales teams regarding deployment and troubleshooting.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and architect of end to end validated solutions which represent real-world cloud provider implementationsBuild validated solutions, as needed design and architect the solution stack and configure equipment to kick the project off
- Work closely with the cloud business unit providing input on & formal review of product functional specifications prior to development, provide feedback on releases and feature implementations
- Partner with the product management to successfully guide product design, implementation, release, testing, and maintenance
- Work across business units to provide input to VMware product and engineering teams on cloud provider specific product features and functional specifications prior to development
- Interact with Product Management and Product Engineering to become a technical expert on selected VMware technologies various teams to gather and shape requirements for presentations to senior level leaders.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, related field or equivalent
- 1-2 years of post NYSC experience in technology related areas including: enterprise systems management and infrastructure (datacenter) architecture experience with significant depth around designing, implementing, and managing critical business infrastructure.
- Must have a strong understanding and appreciation for the technical information needed to support the evaluation, selection and adoption of VMware virtualization technologies.
- Hands on experience with VMware Data Center Virtualization & Cloud Infrastructure products.
- Familiar with IaaS/ PaaS concepts and implementations
- Linux and Windows system administration skills
- Basic understanding of networking and security concepts
- Experience with other cloud solutions will be an added advantage.
- VMware Certification desirable (eg., VMware Certified Technical Associate)
- Ability to work in a collaborative and fast paced environment
- Self-motivated and able to deliver on projects after being given high-level objectives.
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