Job Summary: We are seeking a Senior Architect to migrate virtual machines from VMware to Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization, diagnosing and resolving failures, and documenting processes. Key Highlights: 1. Key role in the migration of critical systems. 2. Opportunity to apply advanced virtualization knowledge. 3. Direct contribution to documenting best practices. **Devhive is looking for a VMware to OpenShift Virtualization Migration Architect in Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Consultant / Senior Architect – VMware to OpenShift Virtualization (MTV / KubeVirt) Hourly Project** **Employment Type** ------------------------ * **Engagement Model:** Freelance / Project-based * **Work Mode:** Remote (preferred) + occasional on-site sessions if required * **Rate:** **Hourly, negotiable**, based on seniority and certifications **Role Objective** -------------------- Unblock and execute the **migration of virtual machines from VMware (vCenter/ESXi) to Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization (CNV/KubeVirt)**, using the **Migration Toolkit for Virtualization (MTV)** as the primary path, and defining **workarounds** for unsupported VMs or special cases. **Responsibilities (What the Specialist Will Do)** --------------------------------------------------- ### **1) Diagnosis and Root Cause Analysis** * Review current status of the OpenShift cluster + OpenShift Virtualization. * Confirm versions and compatibility of **OCP / CNV / MTV / VMware**. * Identify exact failure point (provider, permissions, certs, network mapping, storage mapping, conversion, transfer, boot). * Propose corrective plan (quick wins + structural changes). ### **2) MTV Implementation / Configuration** * Install or adjust **MTV** (operator/namespace/config). * Configure **Providers** (vCenter/ESXi) with correct roles and permissions. * Define and configure: + **NetworkMap** (source networks → destination networks) + **StorageMap** (source datastores → destination StorageClass) * Execute pilot migration (cold/warm), then proceed with wave-based migrations. ### **3) VM Conversion and Compatibility** * Assess and classify VMs: + Migratable via MTV, + Migratable with adjustments (snapshots, drivers, UEFI/BIOS), + Not migratable via MTV (RDM, independent disks, etc.). * Apply typical fixes: + Removal of snapshots, + Firmware changes (BIOS/UEFI, if applicable), + Driver and boot configuration adjustments, + Cleanup of VMware Tools / drivers. * Define **alternative migration strategy** when MTV does not apply (e.g., OVF/OVA export, virt-v2v outside the cluster, etc.). ### **4) Post-Migration Validation** * Validate boot, networking, disk, and basic performance. * Acceptance checklist per VM / per wave. * Handover with runbook and best practices. ### **5) Documentation** * **Runbook**, step-by-step, for: + Configuring MTV, + Executing migrations, + Troubleshooting by error type. * Matrix of migratable vs. non-migratable VMs with clear criteria. * Production recommendations. **Technical Requirements (Must Have)** ----------------------------------- ### **OpenShift / Virtualization** * 3+ years with **OpenShift 4.x** (administration, operators, troubleshooting). * Hands-on experience with **OpenShift Virtualization / CNV / KubeVirt**: + VM creation and operation, + PVC/DataVolumes, + Dedicated VM nodes (taints/tolerations), if applicable. ### **VMware to OCP Virtualization Migration** * Proven experience with **Migration Toolkit for Virtualization (MTV)**: + Providers, NetworkMap, StorageMap, Plans, Migrations. + Analysis and resolution of common migration failures. ### **VMware** * Solid experience with **vCenter / ESXi**: + Datastores, networking, roles/permissions, snapshots, templates. + Knowledge of unsupported scenarios (RDM, independent disks, etc.). ### **Storage + Networking (Minimum Required to Avoid Blockers)** * Understanding of OCP storage concepts: + StorageClass, PV/PVC, block vs. filesystem mode, RWO/RWX. * Experience integrating enterprise storage (ideally Dell Unity / PowerStore / NetApp / Pure). * Connectivity troubleshooting: DNS/NTP, ports, TLS certificates, MTU. ### **Troubleshooting / Observability** * Proficiency in: + oc describe, oc logs, oc get events + Reading operator logs (MTV/CNV) + Analyzing failures in transfer/conversion/boot. **Desirable (Nice to Have)** --------------------------- * Certifications: + Red Hat (RHCE, OpenShift Admin/Specialist) + VMware (VCP) * Experience with **Dell EMC Unity XT + CSI**, if Unity is the target storage. * Experience migrating large environments (50+ VMs) in waves with defined windows and rollback capability. * Familiarity with conversion tools such as **virt-v2v**. **Preferred Education Level:** Bachelor’s degree or higher **Preferred Experience Level:** Expert level **Departmental Function:** Technology / Internet **Industry:** Information Services **Skills:** * REDHAT * VMWARE * VIRTUALIZATION *This job posting originates from Talenteca.com job board:* *https://www.talenteca.com/anuncio?j_id=69a049ad39000034007eb30d&source=indeed