Senior Associate Technical Consultant - VCF

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.   At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD.    We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.    We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD. 
As a Senior Associate Technical Consultant – VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), you will be an integral member of a collaborative team focused on deploying next-generation Data Centre and hybrid cloud solutions. You will support project teams by contributing to designing, developing, and deploying VCF-based architectures, ensuring that solutions are well-documented, secure, and aligned with business objectives. You will also participate in customer demos, workshops, and meetings with a professional demeanour. This role requires a deep understanding of VMware’s SDDC stack and a commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities

• Participate in project teams to design and deploy VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) solutions, including configuring and integrating SDDC Manager, vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, NSX, and Aria Suite (LCM, Operations, Network, Logs). 

• Support the design and deployment of VCF-based architectures and assist in creating technical deliverables, maintaining comprehensive documentation throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Engage in client workshops, demos, and working sessions, effectively communicating technical concepts and solution benefits. 

• Collaborate with senior team members, project leaders, and share best practices for successful project delivery. 

• Maintain relevant VMware certifications and stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies related to VCF implementations.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of technical experience with VMware and supporting technologies. 

• Proven implementation, upgrade and migration skills in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF 5/VCF 9) and associated technologies. 

• The candidate should be proficient in at least three of the following (vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Aria Suite, HCX) 

• Moderate experience integrating VCF solutions with third-party tools such as backup, monitoring, and automation platforms. 

• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. 

• Solid situational awareness with the ability to work on moderate to complex issues and provide in-depth analysis when needed. 

• A proactive, self-starting approach with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Consulting or Customer facing roles. 

• Experience in VCF 9. 

• Any active VCP or VCAP certification, preferably in VCF 9. 

• B.Tech, M.C.A or equivalent degree.

Why AHEAD:   Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.   We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.   India Employment Benefits include:  Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees, with options to extend coverage to dependents Paid time off and company holidays, along with additional leave benefits as per policy Flexible work arrangements, supporting work-life balance Learning and development opportunities to support continuous growth and upskilling Employee wellness initiatives and programs focused on physical and mental well-being Retirement and statutory benefits in line with India regulations Inclusive and people-first culture, with a strong focus on collaboration and ownership