Senior Cloud Engineer (m/f/d) Permanent position, full-time - Cologne Your tasks The integration, configuration and operation of cloud services with a focus on VMware The further development and operation of VMware Cloud Director in the role of service provider Advising customers and internal teams on best practices, implementation strategies and potential use cases related to VMware and Microsoft services Supporting the sales team in the preparation of proposals, tenders and RFPs by providing technical details and specifications of the proposed IT solutions The maintenance, upkeep and further development of our own data centers where we offer cloud and hosting services to our customers Analyzing and troubleshooting infrastructure systems of a complex nature Your profile You have very good knowledge and experience in the planning, implementation and management of VMware, NSX, VDC and Microsoft Active Directory environments. You have successfully completed an IT degree / training as an IT specialist (m/f/d) for system integration or comparable IT training and have already gained several years of professional experience You have strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex IT infrastructure problems Ideally, you have system house experience or several years of expertise in the implementation of projects Your qualities include a pronounced service mentality, commitment and enthusiasm The ability to work in a team, motivation, commitment and a communicative nature to your personality Fluent written and spoken German is a prerequisite - other languages are welcome Your experience You have solid experience in at least three of the following areas: VMware vSphere NSX Microsoft AD SAN / storage systems Microsoft Windows Server Network systems What we offer you You can expect a varied job in the development of the IT division in the NetCologne Group as well as an innovative and dynamic company with flat hierarchies that is geared towards growth. In an exciting working environment with short decision-making paths, you will be part of a friendly and highly motivated team. We are happy to support you in shaping your professional goals with individual development measures. A permanent, financially secure and long-term position Regular internal and external training Flexible working hours and a home office arrangement Ultra-modern office space based on the "New Work" concept and chill-out & creative areas A monthly credit card topped up with €25 for shopping and purchases An attractive company pension allowance including individual advice from an external service provider A Germany ticket and JobRad offers for a comfortable ride to work Flat hierarchies and open communication A team kitchen and a canteen Regular team events 30 days vacation (if desired, you can choose between 25 and 35 vacation days) 4 custom days Weekly fresh fruit as well as coffee, tea and water as much as you like Interested? Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible starting date. NetCologne IT Services GmbH Human Resources Department | Elisa Zube & Michèle Polcyn Adolf-Grimme-Allee 3 | 50829 Cologne About us We, NetCologne IT Services, are a subsidiary of the regional telecommunications provider NetCologne. As a reliable strategic partner from Cologne, we provide companies and schools with innovative ICT technologies and offer them advanced solutions for their digitalization. From IT strategy consulting to the development, service and support of complex IT infrastructures, we offer everything from a single source. We are also responsible for taking over our customers' IT operations in accordance with the ITIL framework - through our Cologne service desk or on site. From our modern, certified data center in Cologne, we offer innovative managed services, including individually tailored cloud computing solutions. With our education services, we turn school IT into enterprise IT. From IT infrastructure to cloud services, identity management, hardware and software through to IT support, administration and training. With us, teachers and students get everything they need for the modern classroom and thus have digitalization fully under control.