The ESX team is responsible for managing the virtualization layer. They deploy virtual machines (VMs) on this layer, which are subsequently managed by other teams, such as network, operating systems, storage, and more. The ESX team utilizes VMware software products, with ESX servers running directly on physical hardware, enabling virtual servers to access hardware resources efficiently. VMware ESX integrates with VMware vCenter, providing additional services to improve the reliability and management of server deployments. The primary objectives of the ESX team include ensuring platform stability, performing software and hardware maintenance, troubleshooting, patching, migrations, consultations, and onboarding.