Storage - Principal Engineer (Remote)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Storage Engineer and Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing storage solutions that meet the organization's data management needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of storage environments while leading architectural initiatives aligned with business objectives. Candidate needs to be a US citizen. No sponsorship provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Storage Architecture Design:

• Design and architect scalable, high-performance storage solutions, including SAN, NAS, and object storage systems.

• Develop comprehensive storage strategies that support business goals, data growth, and disaster recovery.

Implementation and Management:

• Deploy, configure, and maintain storage systems and infrastructure, ensuring high availability and reliability.

• Implement best practices for storage management, including provisioning, monitoring, and performance tuning.

Capacity Planning and Optimization:

• Analyze current and future storage capacity needs, forecasting growth and planning for resource allocation.

• Continuously monitor storage utilization and performance metrics, optimizing configurations for efficiency.

Data Protection and Recovery:

• Develop and implement data backup and recovery strategies, ensuring data integrity and availability.

• Conduct regular testing of disaster recovery plans to ensure effectiveness and compliance with business continuity requirements.

Security Management:

• Implement security best practices for storage environments, including encryption, access controls, and compliance with industry standards.

• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure adherence to security policies.

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Provide expert-level support for storage-related issues, troubleshooting and resolving complex problems.

• Collaborate with IT teams to address cross-functional challenges and improve overall system reliability.

Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for storage architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.

• Share knowledge and best practices with team members, providing training and mentorship as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay current with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in storage solutions and data management.

• Evaluate new tools and technologies to enhance storage performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Experience:

  • 5+ years of experience in storage engineering, architecture, or IT infrastructure roles.

  • Proven experience with various storage technologies, including SAN, NAS, and cloud storage solutions.

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of storage protocols (e.g., iSCSI, NFS, CIFS, Fibre Channel) and management tools.

  • Experience with backup and recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, CommVault, NetBackup).

  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and their integration with storage systems.

• Certifications:

  • Relevant certifications such as Certified Storage Networking Expert (CSNE), NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA), or equivalent are desirable.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud storage solutions (e.g., AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage, Google Cloud Storage).

• Knowledge of data deduplication, compression, and tiered storage strategies.

• Familiarity with ITIL best practices and experience in change management processes.