VCF Architect

Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.

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Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the "big picture." We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The "Stuff" it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it's due and demonstrate transparency. We "bring the weather" by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures - not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

About the role:

The Architect is responsible for implementing technical solutions that meet client requirements and align with enterprise standards. This role focuses on technical delivery, and ensuring successful integration of systems across multiple domains and solution design as needed. The Architect will collaborate closely with engineers, project teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions.

What you'll do:

* Implement and document solutions based on defined requirements and architectural guidelines.

* Implement enterprise solutions in collaboration with engineering and delivery teams.

* Participate in system migrations, upgrades, integrations, and modernization initiatives.

* Conduct solution assessments and assist with proof of concepts or pilots.

* Ensure solutions align with organizational standards, best practices, and compliance requirements.

* Troubleshoot technical challenges and recommend effective resolutions.

* Collaborate with Senior Architects to ensure architectural consistency across projects.

* Develop technical documentation, diagrams, and deployment guides for project teams.

* Provide technical support to delivery teams during implementation.

* Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

* 7+ years of professional technical experience preferably with 2-4 years of experience in solution design, or architecture roles.

* Strong working knowledge of core IT domains:

* Compute Platforms:

* Dell Power Edge, Open Manage

* HPE Proliant DL/ML series, Synergy, One View

* Cisco UCS B-Series, X-Series, Intersight

* Storage Solutions:

* Pure Storage Flasharray / Flash blade

* HPE Alletra, Primera

* Dell Power Store, Power Max, Power Scale

* Net App

* Virtualization Platforms:

* Broadcom VMware VCF

* Nutanix

* Backup and Disaster Recovery Platforms:

* Veeam Backup & Replication

* Cohesity

* Rubrik

* Broad technical expertise across multiple domains (e.g., hybrid cloud, distributed systems, security).

* Relevant professional certifications preferred.

* Broadcom VCF 9 Implementation

* Nutanix Platform Expert (NPX) / Nutanix Certified Expert - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCX-MCI)

* HPE Master ASE / HPE ASE - Compute Solutions Architect / HPE ASE - Storage Solutions Architec

* Dell Technologies Certified Master, Dell Technologies Certified Specialist, Dell Technologies Certified Expert

* Cisco UCS Design & Implementation Specialist

* Pure Storage Certified Professional (PSCP)

* Net App Certified Storage Installation Engineer (NCSIE)

* Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE)

* Cohesity Certified Technical Architect (CCTA)

* Rubrik Certified System Administrator(RCSA)

* Experience implementing enterprise solutions in real-world client or enterprise environments.

* Experience contributing to technical assessments, designs or proofs of concept.

* Solid problem-solving and analytical abilities.

* Ability to approach client and…