Storage Architect, Automation – VP

Role Overview

• Design, develop, and implement automated solutions for storage, backup, recovery, and cyber resilience across the enterprise.
• Capable in delivering high quality products related to storage and backup by performing Functional testing, System testing, Regression testing, Exploratory testing and Ad hoc testing.
• Architect and deploy scalable and highly available storage & backup infrastructure and processes.
• Lead the integration of storage & backup solutions with broader IT infrastructure and security frameworks.
• Develop and maintain custom applications and scripts using Perl and Python for automated alerting, monitoring, and reporting of storage & backup system health, performance, and compliance.
• Managing and deploying playbook using Ansible
• Specialize in the configuration, management, and automation of storage & backup environments.
• Design and implement efficient workflows within ServiceNow to automate storage & backup environments
• Develop and maintain API integrations for storage & backup to enable advanced automation and interoperability with other systems.
• Ensure all storage, backup and recovery solutions meet stringent cyber resilience and disaster recovery objectives.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to define and implement data protection strategies.
• Perform root cause analysis for complex storage & backup issues and implement preventative measures.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all automated solutions, processes, and infrastructure.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide expert support for critical storage, backup and recovery incidents as required.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in data protection, automation, and cyber resilience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in designing, implementing, and operating enterprise-level storage, backup and recovery solutions.
• Strong expertise in automation and scripting using Perl, Shell or Javascript.
• Python is a must requirement
• Good Experience in Selenium WebDriver, Robot Framework, Pytest and Appium for API Automation, UI Automation and Component Tests Automation.
• Knowledge in managing automation tools like Selenium WebDriver, Appium or Cypress
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with DELL, Netapp, PURE, HPE and IBM Storage Protect (IBM Spectrum Protect/TSM).
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing workflows within ServiceNow.
• Extensive experience with Cohesity, including designing and implementing automation workflows.
• Proficient in storage & backup product API integration for advanced automation and customization.
• Solid understanding of backup architectures, data recovery strategies, and cyber resilience principles.
• Experience with monitoring tools, logging systems, and alert management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with stakeholders at all levels.

Tech Stack

• Ansible
• Cypress
• JavaScript
• Perl
• Python
• Selenium
• ServiceNow

Benefits

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above