Senior Staff - Software Defined Storage Engineer, CEPH - GlusterFS - MinIO

September 24

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Description

• Integrating various forms of storage solutions into a cohesive, robust system. • Planning, development, execution, and maintenance of scalable storage solutions. • Design, implement, and administer high-availability storage solutions, spanning SDS and SAN environments. • Ensure seamless integration of storage solutions of different types with performance optimization. • Conduct performance analysis and optimization of SAN environments. • Collaborate on strategy and implementation of data protection and security protocols. • Provide technical leadership and support related to SDS, troubleshooting, and resolving system issues. • Drive continuous improvement by staying updated with emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of various storage architectures and solutions, including object storage (with technologies like Amazon S3, OpenStack Swift) • Proficiency with data management and storage protocols/services (e.g., Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NFS, SMB/CIFS) • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and their interaction with underlying storage infrastructures. • Strong understanding of and experience with software-defined storage services such as Ceph, MinIO, Swift, OpenStack, and GlusterFS • Proficiency with cloud services and infrastructure, including public and private cloud environments • Solid knowledge of traditional storage technologies and how they integrate with software-defined solutions • Familiarity with Linux operating systems and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Perl • Ability to plan and execute migration strategies from traditional SAN to SDS, ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and system performance optimization • Ability to troubleshoot complex storage issues, including performance bottlenecks, data recovery, and optimization challenges • Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills to work effectively with various teams within the organization • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues before they arise • Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, with a proven track record of overcoming technical challenges • Effective communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with team members, stakeholders, and external partners • Certifications relating to cloud services (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), software-defined storage technologies (such as Ceph or OpenStack), or related areas are highly advantageous • 6 + years of experience in complex storage solution environments, with substantial direct experience in SAN and SDS engineering and administration • 5+ years of proven expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining high-availability storage systems, particularly within SAN environments • 5+ years of hands-on experience implementing and managing cloud storage solutions such as direct attached storage, Storage Area Network (SAN), JBOD/JBOD and working with formats such as object, block, and file storage solutions • 5+ years of experience with successful data migration projects between different storage platforms, demonstrating strategic planning and risk management capabilities • 5+ years of experience with direct involvement in disaster recovery drills and actual recovery operations in SAN and SDS settings • 5+ years of experience in managing and scaling out storage in a multi-tenant environment is preferred • 5+ years of experience working with security protocols and products: Understanding of Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth • 4+ years of experience in a collaborative development environment, utilizing modern software development methodologies • 4+ years scripting/coding experience in one of the following languages: C/C++ development, Bash, Python or GO • 4+ years of experience in developing and maintaining large scale, high-availability systems • 4+ years of solid history of engaging with OpenSource communities, with contributions to projects, forums, or discussions • 3 + years of experience in a storage engineering role, with a focus on software-defined storage solutions in cloud environments • 10 + years of professional software development experience • 8+ years of experience with systems architecture and design • 6+ years of experience in open-source frameworks • 4+ years of experience working with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service • 3 + years of technical leadership experience

Benefits

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period** • Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave • 401(k) Plan • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid Training and Licensures