Required Skills
Azure
VMware
Migration
Job Summary
Azure Migration Engineer (VMware to Azure Local)
Contract | 6 Months | Remote (UK BASED)
Role Overview
Our client, a manufacturing organisation, is looking for an experienced Azure Migration Engineer to lead the migration of virtual machine workloads from VMware to Azure Local Stack. This is a hands-on contract covering the full migration lifecycle — from discovery and planning through execution, cutover, and post-migration optimisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and design the VM to Azure migration strategy
- Migrate application VMs from VMware to Azure Local Stack
- Troubleshoot VM conversion, networking, storage, and compatibility issues
- Conduct migration discovery, dependency analysis, and readiness assessments
- Execute cutovers and coordinate migration activities with stakeholders
- Perform post-migration validation, optimisation, and issue resolution
- Ensure compliance with security, backup, DR, and governance standards
Requirements
- Proven experience delivering VMware to Azure migrations
- Strong hands-on experience with Azure Local Stack
- Experience supporting Azure migrations within manufacturing environments
- Solid understanding of VM conversion, networking, and storage compatibility issues
- Experience coordinating cutover activities with cross-functional stakeholders
- Awareness of security, backup, DR, and governance frameworks
Company Summary
Our Client is a global leader in digital transformation, technology services, and consulting. With a strong focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions, Our Client helps businesses navigate the digital landscape and stay ahead of the competition. Their team of experts provides cutting-edge solutions in areas such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. With a track record of success and a commitment to excellence, Our Client is the partner of choice for organizations looking to drive growth and achieve their business goals in the digital age.
