Virtualization Engineer

Beeks Group is a leading managed cloud provider exclusively within financial markets. Our Infrastructure-as-a-Service model is optimised for low-latency private cloud compute, connectivity and analytics, providing the flexibility to deploy and connect to exchanges, trading venues and public cloud for a true hybrid cloud experience.

Founded in 2011, Beeks Group is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BKS) and has enjoyed continued growth each year. Beeks Group now employs over 100 team members across the globe and has an international network of over thirty data centres.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Virtualization Engineer to join us at our unique Head Office in Renfrew which includes our state-of-the-art gym with weekly circuit training, a personal trainer and yoga classes as well as the Beeks Bar or weekly masseuse to help you unwind!

As a Virtualization Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, and managing virtualized environments to support our clients. This role demands a deep understanding of virtualization technologies, infrastructure optimisation, and the ability to deliver high-performance solutions in a fast-paced environment.

• Environment Support:
• Manage and maintain current VMware and KVM based virtualization using OpenNebula.
• Perform life cycle management of virtualized systems, including patching, upgrades, and migrations.
• Service Deployment:
• Support and deploy services, configurations based on approved designs and documentation (e.g., Confluence).
• Optimise deployments for performance and reliability under guidance.
• Storage and Network Management:
• Provide basic and advanced troubleshooting of virtualization-related storage and network issues.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and report any design or implementation challenges.
• BAU and Project Work:
• Balance ongoing BAU support (e.g., incident resolution, monitoring) with participation in projects (e.g., deployments, upgrades).
• Implement solutions in alignment with documented project timelines and priorities.
• Issue Resolution and Implementation:
• Identify and report risks, inefficiencies, or gaps in documentation to relevant teams.
• Implement solutions based on existing designs and guidelines while escalating complex issues when required.
• Flexibility and Support:
• Align work hours with operational and project demands as required.
• Adapt to challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.

• Experience with VMware vSphere and related virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with Linux/KVM based virtualization.
• Strong understanding of storage (e.g., SAN, NAS) and networking concepts.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve virtualization-related performance and operational issues.
• Proven experience implementing solutions based on documented designs and processes.
• Proactive mindset with excellent issue identification and reporting abilities.
• Flexibility to adjust work hours based on business needs.

• A competitive salary
• A unique and highly rewarding Share Options scheme
• Highly competitive pension scheme
• EV salary exchange scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Investment in Training
• Private Health Insurance

• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days at home)
• Flexible work hours
• 33 days annual leave

• 15-20min Screening Call
• 1hr Technical Interview
• Offer issued and start date agreed