Virtualization Engineer
VMware to Hyper-V Migration EngineerEmployment Type: ContractJob Site: RemotePay Rate: $70 W2Duration: 6 Months | 40 Hours/Week | Extension EligibleBenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, and employee assistance program. Depending on your package selection, Averro offers PTO, paid holidays, and legal insurance.Role & ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a hands-on VMware to Hyper-V Migration Engineer to support an enterprise virtualization migration initiative for a large organization. This is a delivery-focused, individual contributor role — you will be responsible for executing VM migrations from VMware to Hyper-V, ensuring workload continuity, and collaborating with a distributed team across multiple time zones. The ideal candidate is technically deep on both VMware and Hyper-V and has done this migration work before in a production environment.Plan and execute migration of virtual machines from VMware vSphere/ESXi environments to Microsoft Hyper-VAssess and inventory existing VMware workloads to identify migration dependencies, resource requirements, and compatibility considerationsConfigure and validate Hyper-V host environments to receive migrated workloadsUtilize migration tooling (such as Microsoft MVMC, Azure Migrate, or equivalent) to facilitate VM conversionsPerform pre- and post-migration testing to validate workload integrity, performance, and connectivityTroubleshoot migration failures, compatibility issues, and performance degradation across source and destination environmentsDocument migration plans, runbooks, cutover procedures, and post-migration validation resultsCoordinate migration windows and communicate status to cross-functional teams across LA, Denver, and NYCIdentify and escalate risks or blockers that could impact migration timelines or workload availabilityEssential QualificationsProven hands-on experience migrating virtual machines from VMware vSphere/ESXi to Microsoft Hyper-V in a production environment — this is the primary requirementDeep working knowledge of VMware — vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, VM configuration, snapshots, storage, and networkingStrong Hyper-V proficiency — VM configuration, virtual switches, storage, live migration, and Hyper-V Manager/SCVMMExperience with VM migration tooling — Microsoft MVMC, Azure Migrate, SCVMM, or comparable toolsAbility to assess workload compatibility and identify migration risks prior to executionStrong troubleshooting skills across virtualization, storage, and networking layersExperience documenting migration runbooks, cutover plans, and validation proceduresComfortable working independently and collaborating with distributed teams across multiple time zonesBonus QualificationsVMware certifications — VCP-DCV or equivalentMicrosoft certifications — MCSE, Azure or Hyper-V relatedExperience with Azure Migrate for on-premises to cloud or Hyper-V migrationsFamiliarity with PowerShell scripting for automation of migration tasksExperience in enterprise environments with large-scale VM estatesWhy Averro?Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim – Your Ascent.Averro is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal obligations. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.View our privacy policy here: https://www.averro.com/legal/privacy-policy