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Senior Cloud Platform Engineer roles in cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and distributed systems qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations, making them strong candidates for visa sponsorship. Australian engineers can apply year-round with no lottery, and each E-3 approval runs two years with unlimited renewals tied to your employment.
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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer (FTE/Hybrid) to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina (US-NC), United States (US).
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
"Please note that we are unable to consider candidates with active CPT, OPT, or OPT EAD status for this specific role."
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain our next-generation private cloud infrastructure based on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9. As a key technical driver within one of the top financial institutions in the United States, you will ensure our virtualized services deliver maximum availability, exceptional performance, and unyielding security.
You will be responsible for transitioning traditional virtualization workloads into a highly automated, API-driven private cloud platform. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in the VMware ecosystem, robust system administration fundamentals, strong infrastructure automation skills, and a rigorous approach to meeting strict financial regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Platform Design Architecture: Architect, deploy, and manage private cloud environments utilizing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9, ensuring optimal resource allocation and scalability.
- Infrastructure Automation Orchestration: Design and implement automated workflows for VM lifecycle management, day-two operations, and event-driven triggers. Develop API services to integrate virtualization platforms with internal catalogs and deployment pipelines.
- Systems Network Management: Oversee the foundational OS and network layer supporting the virtualized environment, ensuring seamless integration of core IP services and reliable guest OS performance.
- High Availability Optimization: Monitor enterprise infrastructure to ensure maximum uptime for mission-critical internal banking applications. Proactively tune CPU, memory, and storage configurations for performance and cost-efficiency.
- Security Regulatory Compliance: Implement and enforce strict security policies, micro-segmentation, and role-based access controls (RBAC) to adhere to US banking regulations and internal audit standards.
- Modernization Mentorship: Drive the evolution of platform engineering practice by incorporating infrastructure-as-code (IaC) principles. Provide technical guidance and escalation support for junior administrators and operational teams.
Required Qualifications Skills
Core Virtualization Cloud Platforms
- 8 years hands-on experience designing and administering VMware vSphere (ESXi and vCenter) at an enterprise scale.
- Proven ability to deploy and manage software-defined networking and security using VMware NSX.
- Strong operational knowledge of the VMware Aria (formerly vRealize) Suite, particularly Aria Automation and Aria Operations.
- Solid understanding of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) architecture and lifecycle management (SDDC Manager).
Systems Administration Core Networking
- Proficiency in basic system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting for both Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows Server environments.
- Solid foundation in TCP/IP networking protocols and enterprise routing/switching principles.
- Hands-on experience managing and integrating core infrastructure services, specifically DNS, DHCP, and IPAM.
Automation Scripting
- Proficiency in writing and maintaining automation playbooks using Ansible.
- Strong scripting skills in Python for building custom API endpoints, interacting with VMware REST APIs, and automating complex infrastructure tasks.
- 5 years experience with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and state management.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and modern CI/CD practices.
Enterprise IT Financial Compliance
- Deep understanding of enterprise storage (SAN/NAS, vSAN) and compute hardware design.
- Experience operating within highly regulated environments, with a strong grasp of data privacy, compliance frameworks, and disaster recovery architectures.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 8 to 10 years' experience integrating virtualization infrastructure, experience with modern cloud-native technologies, such as container orchestration platforms (e.g., Red Hat OpenShift, VMware Tanzu,) and public cloud experiences are added advantage.
- Active VMware certifications (VCP-DCV, VCP-NV, VCAP, or VCIX).
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About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
Req ID: 375243
NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer (FTE/Hybrid) to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina (US-NC), United States (US).
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
"Please note that we are unable to consider candidates with active CPT, OPT, or OPT EAD status for this specific role."
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain our next-generation private cloud infrastructure based on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9. As a key technical driver within one of the top financial institutions in the United States, you will ensure our virtualized services deliver maximum availability, exceptional performance, and unyielding security.
You will be responsible for transitioning traditional virtualization workloads into a highly automated, API-driven private cloud platform. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in the VMware ecosystem, robust system administration fundamentals, strong infrastructure automation skills, and a rigorous approach to meeting strict financial regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Platform Design Architecture: Architect, deploy, and manage private cloud environments utilizing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9, ensuring optimal resource allocation and scalability.
- Infrastructure Automation Orchestration: Design and implement automated workflows for VM lifecycle management, day-two operations, and event-driven triggers. Develop API services to integrate virtualization platforms with internal catalogs and deployment pipelines.
- Systems Network Management: Oversee the foundational OS and network layer supporting the virtualized environment, ensuring seamless integration of core IP services and reliable guest OS performance.
- High Availability Optimization: Monitor enterprise infrastructure to ensure maximum uptime for mission-critical internal banking applications. Proactively tune CPU, memory, and storage configurations for performance and cost-efficiency.
- Security Regulatory Compliance: Implement and enforce strict security policies, micro-segmentation, and role-based access controls (RBAC) to adhere to US banking regulations and internal audit standards.
- Modernization Mentorship: Drive the evolution of platform engineering practice by incorporating infrastructure-as-code (IaC) principles. Provide technical guidance and escalation support for junior administrators and operational teams.
Required Qualifications Skills
Core Virtualization Cloud Platforms
- 8 years hands-on experience designing and administering VMware vSphere (ESXi and vCenter) at an enterprise scale.
- Proven ability to deploy and manage software-defined networking and security using VMware NSX.
- Strong operational knowledge of the VMware Aria (formerly vRealize) Suite, particularly Aria Automation and Aria Operations.
- Solid understanding of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) architecture and lifecycle management (SDDC Manager).
Systems Administration Core Networking
- Proficiency in basic system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting for both Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows Server environments.
- Solid foundation in TCP/IP networking protocols and enterprise routing/switching principles.
- Hands-on experience managing and integrating core infrastructure services, specifically DNS, DHCP, and IPAM.
Automation Scripting
- Proficiency in writing and maintaining automation playbooks using Ansible.
- Strong scripting skills in Python for building custom API endpoints, interacting with VMware REST APIs, and automating complex infrastructure tasks.
- 5 years experience with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and state management.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and modern CI/CD practices.
Enterprise IT Financial Compliance
- Deep understanding of enterprise storage (SAN/NAS, vSAN) and compute hardware design.
- Experience operating within highly regulated environments, with a strong grasp of data privacy, compliance frameworks, and disaster recovery architectures.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 8 to 10 years' experience integrating virtualization infrastructure, experience with modern cloud-native technologies, such as container orchestration platforms (e.g., Red Hat OpenShift, VMware Tanzu,) and public cloud experiences are added advantage.
- Active VMware certifications (VCP-DCV, VCP-NV, VCAP, or VCIX).
LI-NorthAmerica
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer
Translate your AWS or Azure certifications
U.S. employers filing your LCA need to demonstrate your role is a specialty occupation. Certifications like AWS Solutions Architect or CKA strengthen that case alongside your degree, so list them prominently on your resume and in your visa documentation.
Verify your three-year degree qualifies
Australian bachelor's degrees are three years, not four. Most U.S. consular officers accept them as equivalent, but your employer's LCA filing with DOL should document the equivalency explicitly to avoid any request for additional evidence at your interview.
Search employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Cloud Platform Engineer roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this job title before. Prior E-3 or H-1B visa filings signal the employer already understands the sponsorship process and won't stall at the offer stage.
Negotiate your offer before the LCA is filed
The LCA locks in your job title and wage level with DOL before you can apply at the consulate. Raise any title or compensation changes before your employer submits it, because amendments extend your timeline by weeks.
Target companies with existing E-Verify enrollment
Employers must be E-Verify enrolled to use the LCA process correctly. Cloud and tech companies with existing government contracts are routinely enrolled, making them faster sponsors than startups encountering federal hiring requirements for the first time.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for complex setups
If your role spans multiple worksites or involves a third-party client deployment model, the LCA must list each location. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles multi-site LCA filings and consulate prep so nothing falls through the cracks at USCIS or your interview.
E-3 Visa Senior Cloud Platform Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Senior Cloud Platform Engineer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. It surfaces Senior Cloud Platform Engineer roles from employers who have an active history of E-3 and LCA filings, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored a visa. Filter by job title and location to find roles where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Cloud platform engineering requires a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, typically a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. The DOL's prevailing wage system and USCIS policy both treat software and infrastructure engineering roles as qualifying specialty occupations under the E-3 category.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Senior Cloud Platform Engineers?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply any time of year and start work as soon as your visa is approved. H-1B registrations are capped at 85,000 per year and subject to a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection. For an Australian cloud engineer with a qualifying job offer, the E-3 is a direct path where the H-1B is not.
Can I change cloud employers or projects mid-visa on an E-3?
You can change employers, but each new job requires a fresh LCA filed with DOL and a new E-3 approval, either through a new consulate appointment or a change of status petition if you're already in the U.S. You cannot simply transfer your existing E-3 to a new employer. Plan for a two-to-four week LCA processing window before your new role officially begins.