Senior Cloud Migration Engineer

Role OverviewWe are looking for a Senior Cloud Migration Engineer with strong experience in Windows Server, VMware, AWS, Azure, and automation. 6 month contract.You will be responsible for migrating enterprise VMware workloads to AWS and Azure, from discovery and planning through migration, testing, cutover, and post-migration support.
Key ResponsibilitiesMigrate VMware workloads to AWS and Azure.Perform workload discovery, assessment, migration planning, testing, and cutover.Administer VMware vSphere/vCenter environments.Build and manage AWS/Azure infrastructure.Support Windows Server environments and troubleshoot infrastructure issues.Automate deployments using PowerShell, Terraform, CloudFormation, Git, and CI/CD.Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC).Work with application, network, security, and infrastructure teams.Prepare migration plans, runbooks, and technical documentation.
Mandatory SkillsWindows / WintelWindows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, 2025Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group PolicyPowerShellMicrosoft Entra IDAWS
Hands-on experience with:EC2, VPC, IAMS3, EBS, RDS, FSxRoute 53, Security GroupsCloudWatch, Systems Manager (SSM)AWS MGN
AzureAzure Virtual MachinesAzure MigrateAzure Site RecoveryAzure BackupAzure MonitorMicrosoft Entra ID
Automation / IaCTerraformCloudFormationPowerShellGitCI/CD pipelinesInfrastructure as Code
MigrationVMware vSphere / vCenterVMware-to-AWS migrationsVMware-to-Azure migrationsWorkload discovery and dependency assessmentMigration planning and executionTesting, validation, and production cutovers
Candidate ValidationCandidates should be able to provide examples of:Three VMware-to-cloud migration projects they have delivered.AWS environments built using Terraform, CloudFormation, or scripting.Experience supporting Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025.Hands-on experience with the AWS and Azure services listed above.Relevant AWS, Azure, VMware, Microsoft, or Terraform certifications.
Preferred CertificationsAWS Solutions Architect – Associate/ProfessionalTerraform AssociateAzure Administrator (AZ-104)Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305)VMware VCP
Ideal CandidateA hands-on senior engineer who can independently manage cloud migrations across VMware, Windows, AWS, and Azure, with strong troubleshooting and automation skills.