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Role Overview The client is seeking an experienced Azure HCI/Azure Local Engineer to support the design, build, and standardisation of a hybrid infrastructure platform. This role requires deep, hands-on expertise in Azure Local (Azure Stack HCI), hybrid connectivity via Azure Arc, and enterprise-grade automation and identity patterns within a highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering repeatable, secure, and automated hybrid infrastructure deployments, working closely with internal teams, enterprise networks, and potentially Microsoft engineering contacts. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and configure Azure Local/Azure Stack HCI environments Create and manage HCI clusters, including: Storage Spaces Direct (S2D) Software-Defined Networking (SDN) Hyper-V Integrate Azure Local platforms with Azure Arc for hybrid control-plane management Implement PowerShell-based automation for build, configuration, and validation Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using: Azure ARM/Bicep (where applicable) Terraform Integrate on-premises HCI platforms with enterprise network and identity architectures Apply and enforce RBAC, identity patterns, and enterprise IAM controls Standardize and document: Build patterns Configuration templates Operational runbooks Ensure solutions are repeatable, auditable, and production-ready Support knowledge sharing and handover to internal teams Engage with Microsoft technical teams where required (desirable) Skills & Experience Required Essential Technical Skills Deep hands-on experience with Azure Local/Azure Stack HCI Strong experience in: HCI cluster creation and management S2D, SDN, and Hyper-V Proven experience with Azure Arc registration and hybrid integration Advanced PowerShell Scripting and automation Strong understanding of: RBAC models Identity patterns Enterprise IAM Practical Infrastructure as Code experience Strong hands-on experience with Terraform Proven ability to integrate HCI platforms with enterprise-scale networks Ability to standardize, document, and industrialize deployments

Role Overview The Storage Migration SME will lead and deliver complex enterprise data migration initiatives from Legacy storage platforms to Pure Storage solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise across SAN, NAS, and object storage , alongside proven experience executing large-scale migrations with minimal downtime, zero data loss, and assured operational stability . Acting as a trusted technical authority, the SME will define migration strategy, oversee execution, and provide assurance to stakeholders throughout the migration life cycle. Key Responsibilities Migration Strategy & Planning Define and lead end-to-end migration strategies for: Block (SAN) File (NAS) Object storage Develop comprehensive migration runbooks , schedules, and cutover plans Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies Align migration approach with business, operational, and service objectives Support decision-making on tooling, sequencing, and migration patterns Technical Execution Execute migrations using Pure Storage-approved tools , including: Cirrus Data Solutions appliances VPLEX (where applicable) VMware Storage vMotion for virtualised environments Manage NAS namespace consistency and ownership during migrations Execute and validate backup migrations using Commvault or similar platforms Ensure: Data integrity Performance validation Post-migration stability and optimisation Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Proven hands-on experience with: Pure Storage FlashArray and Evergreen solutions Enterprise SAN and NAS migrations VMware virtualised environments Storage replication and migration technologies Strong understanding of: NFS, SMB/CIFS protocols File permissions and access control Authentication and identity mechanisms in enterprise environments