Systems Engineer – Automation (Windows/VMware)

Job description

A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents. With a history spanning over 230 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions. “Rethink Everything” is our philosophy – it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients. Systems Engineer – Automation (Windows/VMware) We are looking for a Windows Systems Engineer with a strong passion for automation and infrastructure optimization. You will join a dynamic team of 15 system engineering experts who manage a global infrastructure of more than 7,000 servers. This is a large-scale technical environment where expertise, innovation and advanced automation are at the core of our mission. You will play a key role in the evolution and standardization of our IT landscape, with a strong focus on PowerShell, VMware Aria/vRealize Automation, and Windows technologies such as Windows Server and Active Directory. You will be involved in the design, implementation and maintenance of automation solutions aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing manual intervention. We actively encourage innovation and the proposal of new ideas to enhance our platforms. We are currently driving several strategic initiatives, including the upgrade to VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF 9) to modernize our virtualization stack, as well as a next generation observability project based on Elastic solutions. YOUR ROLE Design, develop and maintain advanced PowerShell scripts to automate system administration tasks. Deploy, maintain, and optimize VMware Aria / vRealize Automation workflows and blueprints. Participate in the administration and evolution of Windows platforms, including Windows Server, Active Directory / ADFS / GPO, SCCM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager). Contribute to the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. Ensure performance, security, and reliability across virtual and physical infrastructure. Collaborate closely with network, security, and development teams to integrate automation solutions across the organization. Support industrialization efforts, migrations, and continuous improvement projects. YOUR PROFILE Excellent command of Windows Server administration. Excellent command of PowerShell (scripting, modules, APIs, end to end automation). Good command of VMware Aria / vRealize Automation (vRA, vRO, blueprints, workflows). Knowledge of other Aria suite components is considered an asset. Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware vSphere). Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD applied to automation, REST APIs, and system integrations Experience with Azure, Terraform, GIT and Ansible is considered an asset. Strong problem-solving mindset and continuous improvement orientation. Ability to work independently in a complex environment. Strong service orientation and excellent communication skills. Analytical approach and rigorous documentation practices. NB: Please be aware that in accordance with the current law and job requirements, the selected candidate will be requested to provide a criminal record (section 3). Our Maison’s DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team , united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication. As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison’s DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy. It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.