VMware to Hyper-V Migration Engineer - Contract - 100% Remote

Job Title: VMware to Hyper-V Migration EngineerWork Location: RemoteEmployment Type: ContractProject Duration: Short-term project through December 2026Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced VMware to Microsoft Hyper-V Migration Engineer to support a large-scale virtual infrastructure migration project for a US-based client. The role involves migrating virtual machines from VMware vSphere to Microsoft Hyper-V, optimizing migration performance, and ensuring minimal downtime during production cutovers.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess existing VMware vSphere and Veeam Backup & Replication configurations.Troubleshoot migration bottlenecks and improve VM migration performance.Migrate virtual machines from VMware ESXi/vSphere to Microsoft Hyper-V.Configure and validate VM settings, virtual networking, storage, and connectivity.Develop migration runbooks, checklists, and rollback procedures.Execute migration waves, including large and complex virtual machines.Perform post-migration validation and troubleshoot boot, driver, and network issues.Coordinate with infrastructure teams during scheduled maintenance windows.Document migration progress and provide knowledge transfer to the client's technical team.Required SkillsStrong experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.Hands-on experience with Microsoft Hyper-V and Windows Server Failover Clustering.Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication and VM migration methodologies.Knowledge of virtual networking, storage, Fibre Channel, and SAN environments.Experience with production migrations, troubleshooting, and downtime management.Strong documentation and communication skills.Preferred: Experience with Windows Admin Center VM Conversion, Pure Storage, and large-scale enterprise VM migrations.Additional DetailsFully remote engagement with a US-based client.Flexibility to support scheduled after-hours or weekend migration windows.Candidates should have hands-on experience executing enterprise infrastructure migrations.Interested candidates: Please apply with your updated resume highlighting your VMware-to-Hyper-V migration experience.Thanks & Best RegardsPiyush SharmaRecruitmenteMail: Psharma@ishift.net | www.ishift.net7014 East Camelback Road, Suite 1452Scottsdale, Arizona 85251