We are looking for an experienced Private Cloud Platform Engineer to join our global infrastructure team. In this role, you will administer and optimize enterprise virtualization platforms while ensuring high availability, security, and operational excellence across our private cloud environments.
You will collaborate with global engineering, networking, and security teams while participating in a 24/7 operational support model.
Responsibilities- Administer and support VMware, Nutanix, and Hyper-V environments.
- Perform system maintenance, upgrades, patching, and vulnerability remediation.
- Troubleshoot Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
- Partner with networking and cybersecurity teams to maintain secure infrastructure.
- Support datacenter operations when required.
- Develop automation solutions using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar scripting languages.
- Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, architecture diagrams, and knowledge base articles.
- Participate in shift rotations and weekend on-call support.
- Continuously improve platform reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will also be considered.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise virtualization platforms.
- Strong experience with VMware, Nutanix, Hyper-V, or similar virtualization technologies.
- Experience administering Windows Server and Linux environments.
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including VLANs, routing, firewalls, and TCP/IP.
- Experience with vulnerability management and infrastructure hardening.
- Familiarity with datacenter infrastructure and operational best practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work effectively within global teams.
- Excellent communication skills in English (B2+ or higher) and ability to collaborate across functions and geographies.
- Experience with automation tools such as Ansible or Terraform.
- Scripting experience using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
- Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure in a 24/7 production environment.
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
- Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP).
- RHCSA, Microsoft, Azure, or AWS certifications are considered a plus.
Benefits:
- This is a hybrid position based in Ultra Park II, Lagunilla (Heredia). On-site presence is required only when necessary, such as for meetings, trainings, or collaborative activities, in alignment with the company’s telework agreement, which currently requires employees to work on-site three (3) days per week)
- Private Medical Insurance
- Asociacion Solidarista
- Life Insurance
- Personal Day Off
Note: Only candidates with Costa Rican nationality or valid immigration status will be considered; applicants residing outside Costa Rica will not be considered, and relocation is not available
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years hands-on experience managing enterprise virtualization platforms
- Strong experience with VMware, Nutanix, Hyper-V or similar virtualization technologies
- Experience administering Windows Server and Linux environments
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including VLANs, routing, firewalls, and TCP/IP
- Experience with vulnerability management and infrastructure hardening
- Familiarity with datacenter infrastructure and operational best practices
- Scripting/automation experience using PowerShell, Bash, or Python
- Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure in a 24/7 production environment, including shift rotations and on-call
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (B2+ or higher) and ability to work within global teams
- Experience with automation tools such as Ansible or Terraform
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP)
- RHCSA, Microsoft, Azure, or AWS certifications
Sysco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple national medical plan options with telehealth, behavioral health resources, and targeted programs indicate broad coverage and support. Preventive care access and ancillary offerings (dental, vision, Rx advocacy) further reinforce the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with automatic company contributions plus a match, alongside an employee stock purchase plan, underscores solid retirement support. At union locations, enhanced pension terms add to perceived long‑term value.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent collective bargaining outcomes with substantial wage increases demonstrate meaningful pay progression where contracts apply. In high‑volume markets, incentive structures can amplify earnings beyond base rates.
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What We Do
Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food and related products to customers who prepare meals away from home. This includes restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, entertainment venues, and more. Sysco operates almost 340 distribution centers, in over 10 countries, with 76,000 colleagues serving approximately 730,000 customer locations. The company generated sales of more than $81 billion in fiscal year 2025 that ended June 28, 2025. As the world’s largest food-away-from-home distributor, Sysco offers customized supply chain solutions, bespoke specialty product offerings, and culinary support to drive customers to innovate and optimize their operations. We act as a trusted business partner to our customers, helping them grow through our industry-leading portfolio that includes fresh produce, premium proteins, specialty products, sustainably focused items, equipment and supplies, and innovative culinary solutions. For more information, visit www.sysco.com. For important news and key information for Sysco investors, visit the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at investors.sysco.com.
