About the job
Location: Remote
Type: Full-Time | Technical Role | Senior Level
We are looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented
macOS Virtualization Engineer
to manage and scale our custom-built macOS server infrastructure, running on
Intel-based VMware environments
.
This role is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of both
macOS system administration
and
enterprise-grade virtualization
, who can take ownership of setup, monitoring, support, and incident resolution.
Responsibilities
Deploy and manage macOS virtual machines (VMs) on Intel-based VMware ESXi infrastructure.
Maintain and optimize the virtualization layer for stability and performance.
Handle provisioning, templating, backups, and automated deployment of macOS VMs.
Configure network services (IP assignments, firewall rules, NAT, DNS) for client-facing VMs.
Provide technical support for customers accessing their macOS instances via remote web-based console or VNC/SSH.
Monitor infrastructure health, logs, and usage patterns; proactively detect and resolve issues.
Maintain security through firewall configuration, access control, and patch management.
Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to improve infrastructure and CI/CD integrations.
Document procedures, playbooks, and known issues for internal and customer-facing use.
Required Qualifications
Proven experience with
VMware ESXi
and virtual machine lifecycle management.
Hands-on knowledge of
macOS system administration
, including Terminal, launch agents, and system daemons.
Familiarity with
Intel-based server platforms
(e.g., Xeon Gold/Platinum) and enterprise server hardware.
Strong networking knowledge (subnets, VLANs, IP provisioning, firewall/NAT).
Experience providing remote console access (HTML5 consoles, VNC, or custom portals).
Solid troubleshooting skills for both infrastructure and macOS-related issues.
Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of macOS automation (Bash, Zsh, AppleScript, configuration profiles).
Familiarity with Xcode build environments and mobile development workflows.
Experience working with customer-facing hosting platforms or remote desktop environments.
Exposure to storage systems (NAS/SAN) and backup tools for virtual machines.
Understanding of Apple licensing terms and how to maintain compliant macOS deployments.
What We Offer
A rare opportunity to work on innovative macOS hosting services in a non-traditional environment.
Remote Job
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Supportive, experienced engineering team focused on automation and quality.
