About the Role
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As a Cloud Product Developer, you will make an impact by translating advanced cloud technologies into scalable, secure, and commercially viable platform services. You will be a key member of a highly technical, self-managing engineering team responsible for expanding, stabilizing, and optimizing our client's VMware-based IaaS platform. Your work will influence the platform's roadmap while ensuring operational excellence, innovation, and cost-effective delivery.
In this role, you will:
- Expand, enhance, and operate our VMware-based IaaS platform using technologies such as VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Cloud Director, and ARIA.
- Manage supporting systems including load balancing, monitoring, and availability tooling to ensure the platform meets high standards of availability, scalability, security, and performance.
- Automate operational tasks primarily using PowerShell, with Python/Ansible where applicable, and maintain foundational infrastructure services including DNS, NTP, and DHCP.
- Work with DELL PowerEdge hardware and modern data center architectures in a dynamic, high-availability environment.
- Collaborate in a self-managing Agile team focused on reliability, security, and continuous improvement, while participating in periodic standby/on-call rotation.
Work Model: Hybrid
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring regular presence in Amsterdam. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
1The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What You Need to Have to Be Considered
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- Extensive hands-on experience with VMware technology, including Cloud Foundation, vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and ARIA.
- Experience with VCD, VRA, or VCF Automation and strong knowledge of network protocols and architectures (TCP/IP, BGP, EVPN, VXLAN).
- Strong experience with automation, particularly PowerShell, combined with practical Linux (RedHat) skills and experience with DNS/NTP/DHCP.
- Experience working with DELL PowerEdge hardware, along with a strong security awareness and platform ownership mindset.
- At least five years of experience in complex IT environments as a Network Engineer or Administrator, with knowledge at CCNP level (Security or Data Center specialization preferred).
- Excellent communication and knowledge-transfer skills in both Dutch and English.
These Will Help You Stand Out
- Deep expertise in VMware NSX and experience in scripting/automation with Python or Ansible.
- Experience guiding or coaching technical teams and a strong proactivity, eagerness to learn, and go-getter attitude.
- Experience in cloud development and the productization of services.
- Strong financial and analytical skills for cost modeling, combined with an innovative mindset and the ability to propose new technical solutions.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
What We Offer
At Cognizant, we believe in rewarding our people for their dedication and expertise. When you join us in Amsterdam, you can expect:
- Competitive salary aligned with your experience and market standards
- Access to Udemy and Cognizant Academy for continuous learning and professional development
- NS Business Card for seamless travel across the Netherlands
- ️ 25 paid holidays per year
- Laptop and smartphone provided
- Pension scheme to support your long-term financial wellbeing
- International environment within a technology-driven organization with an open team spirit
Contact the Recruiter
Have questions about this role? Feel free to reach out to our recruiter directly:
Bill Hilhorst [email protected] +31 6 21 13 15 32
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