Storage Engineer

Penguin Solutions

$94K — $117K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in storage administration.
  • Proven experience with DDN and VAST storage solutions.
  • In-depth understanding of SANs and NAS.
  • Strong understanding of storage protocols (e.g., FC, iSCSI, NFS).
  • Experience with storage management software (e.g., DDN SFA, VAST Management Console).
  • Strong Linux systems administration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Install and configure Data Storage Arrays to meet customer needs.
  • Manage and maintain DDN, Pure, and VAST SAN and NAS systems.
  • Provision storage resources for applications and users.
  • Configure and manage storage pools, volumes, and snapshots.
  • Implement and maintain data protection strategies, including backups and replication.
  • Monitor storage performance and capacity utilization.
  • Identify and troubleshoot storage-related issues.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • 401k saving plan.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Plan.
Full Job Description
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Storage Engineer to join our team and play a key role in managing our data storage infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with DDN and VAST storage solutions, as well as a strong understanding of storage area networks (SANs) and network attached storage (NAS). In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of storage administration, including provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. This is a customer-facing position.

Responsibilities
  • Install, configure, build, create DataStorage Arrays that meet customer needs and availability.
  • Manage and maintain DDN,Pure,VAST storage area networks (SANs) and network attached storage (NAS) systems
  • Provision storage resources to meet application and user requirements
  • Configure and manage storage pools, volumes, and snapshots
  • Implement and maintain data protection strategies, including backups and replication
  • Monitor storage performance and capacity utilization
  • Identify and troubleshoot storage-related issues
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks
  • Document storage configurations and procedures
  • Participate in weekly on-call rotation.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest storage technologies and best practices


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in storage administration
  • Proven experience with DDN and VAST storage solutions
  • In-depth understanding of SANs and NAS
  • Strong understanding of storage protocols (e.g., FC, iSCSI, NFS)
  • Experience with storage management software (e.g., DDN SFA, VAST Management Console)
  • Strong Linux systems administration skills and experience with open-source technologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with storage virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSAN, EMC VPLEX)
  • Experience with cloud storage solutions (e.g., AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage)
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell
  • High-Performance Storage and Parallel file systems used in HPC/AI and Cloud
  • HPC Cluster admin experience


Location

Remote - US

Durham, NC

Compensation & Benefits

The base pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position in the United States is $94,000 - 117,000; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on business considerations, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. The position is bonus-eligible, and there are medical, dental, and vision benefits available. There is a 401k saving plan and other benefits, such as Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Plan.

Inclusion & Belonging Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces differences and fosters belonging for all.

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