Sr Storage & Data Protection Engineer

What you’ll Do
•    The Sr. Storage & Data Protection Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the infrastructure storage & data protection solutions that support our business operations. This role requires a deep understanding of storage infrastructure technologies, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
•    Provide expert-level administration for NetApp storage platforms, including AFF & ASA running Data ONTAP 9.x clustered systems.
•    Manage and maintain NetApp clusters, SVMs, LIFs, RAID DP, Aggregates, Volumes, and luns.
•    Expert-level experience and knowledge of NetApp hardware, multi-node NetApp clusters.
•    Install, configure, and oversee NetApp management software, including Snapvault & Snapmirror.
•    Design and manage SAN switching fabrics, specifically Brocade, including zoning and protocol management (Fibre Channel, iSCSI).
•    Execute complex system upgrades, data migrations, and lifecycle management activities.
•    Monitor system performance and capacity, providing regular reporting and proactive tuning.
•    Troubleshoot complex end-to-end issues spanning storage, SAN, backup, and OS layers.
•    Expert-level administration of SAN switching (Brocade preferred) and associated protocols.
•    Design and manage end-to-end SAN connectivity, ensuring low-latency paths for mission-critical applications.
•    Develop server and storage strategies, including direction on new technologies, platform virtualization and consolidation, and protocol standards (iSCSI, FC, NFS, etc.).
•    Expert-level experience in Data Protection strategies for Storage systems, VMs and developing recovery strategies.
•    Create and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, installation guides, and troubleshooting scripts.
•    Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation to provide off-hours support for critical infrastructure.
•    Architect and manage enterprise backup strategies using Commvault to guarantee data integrity and recoverability.
•    Develop, implement, and regularly test disaster recovery (DR) topologies and business continuity plans.
•    Expert-level experience in DR/replication technologies like Zerto.
•    Conduct regularly scheduled audits of backup sets, recovery procedures, and DR readiness.
•    Configure and manage Commvault Air Gap Protect and immutable storage to physically and logically isolate backup data from the production network.
•    Administer Zero-Trust access controls, including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Multi-Person Authorization (MPA) for critical deletions, and granular Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
•    Plan for future growth by evaluating and integrating emerging off-site and cloud-based technologies.
•    Expert-level skills on VMWare infrastructure and provisioning storage.

What Experience and Education You Need

•    Experience: 7+ years of technical related experience in enterprise storage and data protection.
•    Education: BS in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
•    NetApp Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of NetApp hardware, ONTAP software, and upgrade paths.
•    Backup Expertise: Advanced proficiency with Commvault (preferred) or equivalent enterprise backup solutions.
•    Networking: Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and protocols (SMB, CIFS, NFS).
•    SAN Management: Expert knowledge of SAN connectivity, specifically Brocade or Cisco MDS.
•    VMware/Linux/Unix: Solid administration skills in a virtualized environment running Window, Linux, and Unix environment (RHEL, Oracle Linux).
•    Automation: Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python, or PowerShell) for task automation and reporting.

What Could Set You Apart

•    Innovative Thinking: Ability to think outside the box and propose creative solutions to complex infrastructure challenges.
•    Advanced Cloud Expertise: Deep understanding and hands-on experience with multiple cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
•    Automation Proficiency: Expertise in using automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) to streamline infrastructure management.
•    Security Focus: Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, best practices and experience implementing secure infrastructure solutions.
•    Leadership and Mentorship: Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
•    Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time.
•    Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and changing business requirements.
•    Preferred Certifications: NetApp: NCDA (ONTAP), NCIE (SAN or Data Protection) or Commvault: Commvault Certified Professional.

Physical Requirements

•    Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions.
•    Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending.
•    Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work.
•    Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks.
•    May require travel by automobile and airplane for business.
•    May require visits to warehouse operations in temperatures at or below freezing.
•    May require carrying loads related to travel and the occasional lifting, carrying, positioning, and/or moving of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.