Company Overview
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Role Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled and strategic Storage Engineering Manager to join the dynamic engineering team at [$COMPANY_NAME]. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of our storage solutions, ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability across our infrastructure. You will lead a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence while driving operational efficiencies and aligning storage strategies with business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of storage engineers, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
- Architect and implement robust storage architectures that meet evolving business requirements and ensure data integrity and security
- Drive strategic initiatives to enhance storage performance, availability, and cost-efficiency across on-premises and cloud environments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define storage requirements, develop solutions, and support integration efforts
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee procurement processes for storage hardware and software solutions
- Establish and enforce best practices for storage management, monitoring, and capacity planning
- Utilize data analysis to identify trends, performance bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required:
- 5+ years of experience in storage engineering or system administration with a focus on enterprise storage solutions
- Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing high-performing engineering teams
- Strong knowledge of storage technologies such as SAN, NAS, object storage, and cloud storage solutions
- Experience with storage management tools and performance monitoring solutions
- Familiarity with data protection strategies, including backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex storage issues
Preferred:
- Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible
- Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, with a focus on their storage offerings
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Storage Engineer (CSE) or similar
Technical Skills and Relevant Technologies
- Deep expertise in storage networking protocols (iSCSI, Fibre Channel, NFS, SMB)
- Proficient in scripting languages such as Python or Bash for automation and reporting
- Experience with storage virtualization technologies and data deduplication
Soft Skills and Cultural Fit
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a knack for presenting complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while managing multiple priorities
- A proactive and innovative mindset, with a passion for driving technological advancements
Benefits and Perks
Annual salary range: [$SALARY_RANGE]
Additional benefits may include:
- Equity options
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities and training programs
Equal Opportunity Statement
[$COMPANY_NAME] is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Location
This is a hybrid position, with candidates expected to work from the office at least 3 days a week at [$COMPANY_LOCATION].