Senior Storage Platform Automation Engineer

Purpose of the role

This role offers a unique opportunity to take the next step in your career. You will be part of the Storage Team, which is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of all storage and backup systems within Man Group.

Technologies and Environment

The Storage Team consists of three engineers. The Platform Engineering department is a dedicated group of highly qualified individuals who provide Windows, Linux, DBA, and network support. We strive for perfection in a fast-paced environment while fostering a “can-do” attitude and an agile work environment. We use Dell/Compellent storage, Nimble Storage, NetApp FAS, and VAST to achieve our goals. Enterprise storage products from vendors such as Pure Storage, Rubrik, and VAST are on our roadmap.

Specific responsibilities

- Ensure that the storage and backup platforms at Man Group are available 24x7x365 and deliver the required performance characteristics - Support storage capacity management to ensure that we always have sufficient performance and capacity to meet business needs - Utilize and/or support custom and off-the-shelf solutions as needed - Be the “go-to” person for all internal Linux administration, monitoring, and capacity planning - Take the lead on open-source software and scripts to establish best practices for administration, monitoring, and capacity planning - Work closely with server, database, development, and research teams to understand and manage storage requirements - Perform proactive root-cause analyses of storage-related performance issues - Troubleshoot issues and ensure that the root cause is understood and resolved

Key competencies

Required: - Exceptional troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills - Strong stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to work under pressure - Demonstrable understanding of how an enterprise storage infrastructure works Benefits: - Experience with SAN storage, backup, and storage fabric technologies - Experience with operational/platform support - Experience scripting in one or more of the following languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell - Experience with storage technologies such as networked storage, Windows, Linux, VMware, virtualization, and networking technologies - Experience with cloud technologies

Benefits

- Modern office on the Offord Campus with easy access to transportation and amenities - Hybrid work model - Comprehensive relocation package - 25 days of paid vacation - Flexible health and wellness - Employee support program - Referral bonus - Designated day for long-term service and volunteer work - Multi-protocol card - Career development opportunities with regular training - Conference attendance and engagement with the open-source community