Principal Engineer (Azure Local/HCI)

Requisition Number: 103809 

Principal Engineer 

Work Mode & Location: Gurugram, Noida (Delhi NCR), Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune
Shift: 2 PM- 11 PM IST

Insight at a Glance

• 14,000+ engaged teammates globally
• #20 on Fortune’s World's Best Workplaces™ list
• $9.2 billion in revenue
• Received 35+ industry and partner awards in the past year
• $1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2023 by Insight globally

Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organisations through complex digital decisions.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI Engineer who brings strong hands-on expertise across VMware virtualization, NSX networking, Windows/Linux infrastructure, and modern hybrid cloud operations. The role focuses on designing, deploying, managing, and supporting Azure Stack HCI environments integrated with on-premises datacenters and Azure cloud services.

The ideal candidate has deep understanding of hyperconverged infrastructure, cluster operations, compute/storage/network virtualization, and can operate seamlessly across Azure Arc-enabled services, VMware platforms, and traditional datacenter technologies. 
 
 
As a Principal Engineer, you will get to: 
Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI 
• Deploy, configure, and manage Azure Stack HCI clusters, core workloads, and lifecycle operations. 
• Implement Azure Arc for servers, Kubernetes, and SQL on top of Azure Local infrastructure. 
• Manage software-defined compute, storage, and networking (SDN) on Azure Stack HCI. 
• Configure Storage Spaces Direct (S2D), cluster networking, resiliency policies, and performance optimization. 
• Integrate on-prem HCI environments with Azure Monitor, Defender, Update Management, Backup, Site Recovery, and policy controls. 
 
VMware & NSX 
• Operate and maintain VMware environments including vCenter, ESXi, vSAN, and VM lifecycle management. 
• Support NSX-T/NSX-V operations—micro-segmentation, overlay networking, distributed firewall policies. 
• Assist in migration planning between VMware and Azure Local for compute/network/storage workloads. 
 
On-Prem Datacenter & Hybrid Cloud 
• Manage physical servers, storage appliances, network switches, and datacenter-grade infrastructure. 
• Perform patching, configuration compliance, availability monitoring, and capacity planning across hybrid infrastructure. 
• Implement DR and backup strategies aligned with Azure and VMware recovery capabilities. 
• Coordinate with security teams to ensure adherence to compliance frameworks. 
 
Operations, Monitoring & Automation 
• Set up end-to-end monitoring using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus/Grafana, or equivalent. 
• Automate operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM/Bicep, or desired IaC tools. 
• Perform incident, problem, and change management following ITIL processes. 
• Maintain CMDB/data accuracy and ensure operational runbooks are up to date. 
 
 
What we are looking for- 
 
Core Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI 
• Strong hands-on experience in Azure Stack HCI deployment, SDN, S2D, cluster management. 
• Azure Arc onboarding and administration skills. 
• Understanding of Azure Local SKU sizing, scale-out, and lifecycle management through Windows Admin Center. 
• Experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSAN operations. 
• Knowledge of NSX-T/NSX-V, logical routing, distributed firewall rules, micro-segmentation. 
• VM migration strategies: VMware ↔ Azure Local ↔ Azure Cloud. 
  
Operating Systems & Platform 
• Windows Server (AD, DNS, DHCP, Failover Clustering). 
• Linux basics for VM management on HCI/VMware. 
• Patch management, update policies, and OS hardening knowledge. 
 
Preferred Certifications 
• Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) 
• Azure Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801) 
• VMware VCP-DCV, VCAP, or NSX certifications 
• HCI-specific OEM certifications (Dell, Lenovo, HPE) 

 What you can expect
We’re legendary for taking care of you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. We want you to enjoy a full, meaningful life and own your career at Insight. Some of our benefits include: 

• Freedom to work from another location—even an international destination—for up to 30 consecutive calendar days per year.

But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.

Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!

Insight does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications from the candidate, and recruiters or agencies who submit candidates for this position without a prior, written vendor agreement will not be eligible for any form of compensation, even if the candidate is hired.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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