Provide architectural leadership for block, file, object, SAN, NAS, and backup storage solutions across data center and cloud environments
Collaborate with application owners, business leaders, and infrastructure architects to design storage solutions aligned with business and technical needs
Participate in planning sessions and architecture reviews, offering consultative expertise across multiple organizations
Design and implement storage platforms optimized for performance, scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency
Architect and support data protection solutions, including encryption, immutability, backup, and disaster recovery
Manage relationships with storage vendors, including evaluation, procurement, and delivery support
Drive automation initiatives enabling self‑service and self‑healing storage platforms
Mentor junior‑level architects and engineers while promoting architectural standards and best practices

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years of hands‑on experience with enterprise storage technologies
Experience with block, NAS, SAN, object storage, and enterprise backup solutions
Proven ability to design tiered storage architectures supporting performance, scalability, and resilience
Experience delivering solutions across multi‑site and geographically distributed environments
Demonstrated automation skills with ability to articulate design approaches
Strong verbal, written, and technical communication skills
Ability to prioritize and execute effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment

Principal Storage Architect

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