Senior Hyper-V Developer / System Engineer Operations

Project Details:

We are seeking an experienced IT professional to plan, further develop, and ensure the high-availability operation of our Microsoft Hyper-V-based virtualization infrastructure. The position includes both development and operational tasks in the areas of Windows Server, Hyper-V, System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM), System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), and SQL Server. The role requires excellent German language skills, as close collaboration with internal departments, external partners, auditors, as well as documentation in German, is essential.

Main Tasks
1. Architecture & Development
•Design, further development, and optimization of complex Hyper-V cluster environments for production and test systems.
•Planning and implementation of automation solutions for provisioning, configuration, and management of virtual machines (e.g., PowerShell DSC, Azure Automation Hybrid Worker).
•Integration of new features and technologies into the existing infrastructure with a focus on high availability, scalability, and security.
•Development and maintenance of scripts (PowerShell, Python) to automate routine tasks and system checks.
2. Operations & Administration
•Administration and operation of Microsoft Hyper-V environments, including failover clustering and live migration.
•Management and maintenance of SCVMM for centralized control and automation of the virtualization infrastructure.
•Administration of SCCM for software distribution, patch management, and endpoint management.
•Operation and optimization of SQL Server databases supporting SCVMM, SCCM, or management reporting.
•Planning and execution of patching, upgrade, and lifecycle activities.

Implementation and monitoring of backup and recovery strategies for virtual machines.
3. Monitoring, Security & Compliance
•Setup and maintenance of monitoring and alerting systems (e.g., SCOM, Azure Monitor, PRTG).
•Implementation of security hardening measures for Hyper-V hosts and management systems.
•Ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).
•Participation in audits, risk assessments, and security reviews.
4. Project Work & Collaboration
•Technical consulting and support for projects in the areas of virtualization, cloud integration, and migration.
•Collaboration with network, storage, database, and application teams.
•Creation and maintenance of detailed technical documentation in German for operations, training, and audits.

Requirements
Technical:
•Several years of professional experience in Hyper-V administration (cluster, high availability, live migration).
•Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022).
•Experience with SCVMM and SCCM in complex enterprise environments.
•Solid knowledge of SQL Server administration and queries (T-SQL, performance optimization).
•Experience in PowerShell scripting and automation.
•Knowledge of backup and restore procedures (e.g., Veeam, DPM).
•Understanding of network and storage architectures in virtualization environments.
Methodological:
•Experience with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management).
•Knowledge of project management methods (traditional and agile).

•Ability to conduct structured analysis and problem-solving.
Language:
•Excellent German language skills, spoken and written (at least C1).
•Good English skills for international project work and documentation.