VMware Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used VMware
Peter Sacco
Last position:
Web Application Developer PHP / WordPress Plugin Development at Gemeinde Bauma
- Analysis, consulting, and development of a WordPress application for the digital processing and delivery of the Bauma chronicle archive
Claus Nielsen
Last position:
Oracle Database Engineer at BBV.ch
- Migration of databases from ODA to ExaData
- Migration of databases from ExaData to ExaCC/OCI
- Decreased UCC usage by 10%
- Developing automation scripts using Python
- Performance tuning
- Shrunk development databases from 6 TB to 3 TB using Exadata columnar compression
- Tuned application performance by 30% using inmemory option
- Tuned non-production Exadata by 20% to release CPU resources before ExaCC migration
- Database patching of Oracle 19c
- Basic Ansible scripting for deployments and database cloning
- Developing acconting model for shared Oracle platform
- Migrating single-instance databases to Oracle RAC
- Analysis of RAC issues
- Advising development teams of how to migrate to RAC
Patrick Riegler
Last position:
DevOps Engineer at Swisscard AECS AG
- PoC for various platform integration functionalities using Backstage and Crossplane
- Implementation of improvements of developer experience with Azure AVD and DevSpace
- Manage application deployment infrastructure on Kubernetes clusters
- Manage CI/CD platform
- Manage deployments into Kubernetes (Rancher and AKS) and into Azure
- Act as security champion of the DevOps team
- Manage vulnerabilities and support dev teams to manage third-party vulnerabilities using JFrog Xray
- Support building the platform team
- Manage infrastructure as code using Terraform and Atlantis
- Build and integrate a platform and IDP using Crossplane
Alexander Strauss
Last position:
IT Manager & Architectural Draftsman at Architektur Jürg Gasser
Design, operation, and further development of a stable IT environment to ensure smooth CAD and planning operations.
Implement structured backup and data protection concepts to reduce operational risks and safeguard business-critical data.
Optimize and secure the web and server infrastructure in a LAMP environment to increase stability, security, and availability.
Ensure reliable operation of Microsoft 365 and Exchange services for daily business operations.
Combine technical infrastructure expertise with domain experience in architecture and CAD.
Markus Darda
Last position:
Senior System Engineer (Server) at EMS Chemie
- Operation and development of the global server and virtualization infrastructure
- Operation and maintenance of storage systems deployed worldwide
- Active management of global Active Directory services
- Providing 2nd- and 3rd-level support in these areas
- Independently overseeing and leading small IT projects
Alexander Laechele
Last position:
Project Manager, Architect at Public Client
- Update from Windows 10 to Windows 11
- Involvement in the design of the new workplace
- Planning and management of the rollout
Michael Morgen
Last position:
Field Engineer/Project Lead Windows Platform, Cloud Integration
- Medical software, migration from on-prem to cloud
- Requirements management, development, lifecycle based on Windows, Azure, O365, subsystems
Miguel Skirl
Last position:
Senior System and Cloud Engineer at Food Service Provider
- Supporting 3000 Intune devices
- Intune AutoPilot deployments for kiosk devices and hardening
- Intune configuration profiling and troubleshooting
Oscar Montero
Last position:
IT Specialist / DBA at Rothschild Private Swiss Bank
- Act as DBA SME for MS SQL Server and primary contact for MSSQL infrastructure and long-term technology roadmap in a critical 24/7 banking environment
- Maintain and evolve SQL infrastructure and monitoring system across development, test, UAT, and production environments (10 servers, 4 always-active Windows clusters, MSSQL 2014–2022 on VMs hosted by Inventix)
- Automate SQL operations using Brent Ozar scripts, PowerShell, and Inventix cloud script integration
- Build and improve ETL processes and BI applications (Power BI); plan resources and mentor BI team
- Participate in review, delivery, and deployment of database improvements across the software development lifecycle
- Migrate SQL Server instances from 2017 to 2019 and 2022
- Integrate new applications requiring MSSQL databases
- Manage and support on-premise and Azure SQL Server solutions; advise on industry standards, best practices, and creative database solutions
- Develop automation scripts for internal systems using PowerShell and Git
- Monitor systems with Splunk and Grafana; manage alerts, filters, data ingestion, and dashboard configuration
- Collaborate with operations, development, and business teams to identify and resolve operational and performance issues proactively
- Implement new SQL Server technologies such as Query Store, Extended Events, Tuning Advisor, and system traces
- Provide on-call support and regular maintenance during evenings and weekends
- Define and enforce system policies and standards; work closely with application managers, HR, and IT platforms in Switzerland and the UK
- Handle 2nd/3rd level support service requests; document resolutions and cooperate with vendors
- Use internal and external monitoring tools to detect performance trends and implement alerts and processes to prevent database issues
- Document and share knowledge to improve technical understanding across operations and development teams; administer Confluence (installation, configuration, document management, performance, upgrades)
- Work professionally in cross-functional teams to advise, influence, and coach development and operations teams on database topics
Viktor Danylevsky
Last position:
Application Manager / IT Operations Engineer at SBB
- Coordination and implementation of setting up and further development of applications in close collaboration with external service providers as the internal technical contact person
- Ensuring stable, proper operation and maintenance of business-critical applications to support central business processes
- Analysis, handling, and sustainable resolution of application issues (incidents, problems) including workarounds in 2nd and 3rd level support
- Planning, coordination, and implementation of changes in ongoing application operations according to ITIL processes
- Participation in project teams for maintenance, further development, and integration of interfaces between different applications
- Support in creating, maintaining, and executing test cases as well as assisting with system, integration, and acceptance tests
- Operation, deployment, and maintenance of containerized applications using Docker
- Installation, configuration, integration, and testing of server and application software in virtualized and cloud environments (VMware, AWS)
- Operation and maintenance of virtualized application platforms (Windows Server/Client, VMware, AWS Cloud)
- User, role, and permission management in complex enterprise environments
- Creation and maintenance of technical documentation (operations concepts, changes, projects, interfaces)
- Close collaboration with internal departments, project management, and external partners and suppliers
Tarik Gül
Last position:
Freelance Employee at Reinsurance industry
- System administration 3rd level server management and troubleshooting
- Azure DevOps administration
- Administration of virtual servers
- Monitoring and documentation of work processes
- 1st, 2nd & 3rd level support
- Administration of virtual servers (VMware)
- Administration of file servers and backup
- Onsite & remote support
- Office 365 user administration and troubleshooting
- Active Directory user setup and management
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Statistics of experts using VMware
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
23
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Banking and Finance, Information Technology, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
80%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
40%
Certifications per freelancer
12
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
91%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Switzerland are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Switzerland using VMware
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
VMware in practice
VMware is used to run virtual servers, desktop estates and networked application environments on shared hardware. It is common in datacenters that need stable isolation, simple recovery and clear control over workloads. Teams also use it for lab systems, legacy applications and hybrid setups that still depend on a mature virtualisation stack.
Core stack
Typical work revolves around ESXi, vCenter and vSphere, plus storage, networking and guest OS tuning.
- Build and maintain host and cluster layouts
- Configure templates, snapshots and resource pools
- Tune HA, DRS and failover behaviour
- Connect virtual networks, storage and backups
Strong specialists understand how these parts fit together and where performance or availability issues start.
Where experts help
Companies bring in freelance VMware specialists during migrations, upgrades, audits or recovery work. Common cases include moving from older vSphere versions, cleaning up overgrown estates, or preparing environments for cloud integration. In Switzerland, they are often useful when local IT teams need short-term depth for regulated, multilingual, or distributed sites.
What good delivery looks like
A strong professional documents the current topology, checks dependencies and makes changes in a controlled order. They know how to read logs, find capacity bottlenecks and avoid downtime during maintenance. They also coordinate with storage, security and application specialists so the virtual layer supports the business instead of blocking it.
Adjacent skills
VMware work often sits next to Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, SAN or NAS storage, backup tooling and network design. Depending on the project, specialists may also need scripting skills for PowerCLI and comfort with automation, patching and lifecycle management. For larger estates, knowledge of NSX, Horizon and disaster recovery workflows matters as well.
Choosing the right specialist
Look for hands-on experience with the exact VMware products in your stack, not just general infrastructure knowledge. Ask for examples of cluster design, upgrade planning, incident handling and cross-team coordination. For on-site work in Switzerland, language fit and local availability can matter; for remote delivery, clear documentation and secure access are essential.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to VMware.
VMware is used to create and manage virtual machines, shared clusters and desktop environments on a common hardware layer. Companies rely on it to isolate workloads, simplify recovery and keep older applications running while they modernise the rest of the stack.
VMware is often chosen when a company wants a mature management layer, broad ecosystem support and familiar tooling such as vCenter. Hyper-V and KVM can also work well, but the right choice depends on your existing servers, storage, backup tools and operational habits.
A strong VMware specialist usually knows ESXi, vCenter and vSphere first. For some projects, Horizon, NSX, Workstation or vSAN are also relevant, especially when the estate includes virtual desktops, network overlays or storage design.
VMware projects often need storage, networking, Windows Server or Linux knowledge alongside virtualisation skills. PowerCLI, backup tooling, patch management and security hardening also matter because the virtual layer sits in the middle of many operational tasks.
A simple VMware maintenance task may need only a generalist with solid operational discipline, but migrations, cluster redesigns and recovery work need deeper specialists. The more systems depend on the environment, the more valuable practical experience with incidents, upgrades and dependency checks becomes.
Many VMware tasks can be done remotely if access, change control and documentation are in place. On-site support is more useful for hardware issues, hands-on troubleshooting or environments where local language and presence help with coordination in Switzerland.
A good VMware specialist explains trade-offs clearly, asks about storage and network details early, and plans changes in a safe order. Look for evidence of cluster design, upgrade planning, backup recovery and calm incident handling, not just product names.
Companies usually ask for VMware help when an estate becomes unstable, an upgrade feels risky, or the team lacks time for cleanup and documentation. It is also common during consolidation, cloud transition or when a legacy platform still has to run reliably.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used VMware in their recent projects is 99 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 795 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used VMware in their recent projects, 80% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 40% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used VMware in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used VMware in their recent projects are German (100%), English (82%), and French (45%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used VMware in their recent projects are Banking and Finance (91%), Information Technology (91%), and Insurance (82%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used VMware in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (91%), and Project Management (82%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used VMware
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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