Storage Engineer (NetApp Specialist)

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Storage Engineer to take a leading role in managing our enterprise-level data infrastructure. As a key member of our IT team, you will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of our critical storage systems, with a primary focus on NetApp solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the high availability, security, and peak performance of our data, directly supporting our company's strategic goals.


 

Qualifications

Educational qualification:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, IT, or a related technical discipline.

Experience :

Area of Responsibility

Key Tasks

Infrastructure & Operations

• Operation, installation, and configuration of our NetApp NAS and SAN storage environments.• Manage the full hardware lifecycle, from deployment and capacity planning to upgrades and decommissioning.

System Availability & Performance

• Implement and manage high availability solutions, including NetApp MetroCluster.• Proactively monitor system health and performance, ensuring stability and addressing potential issues before they impact the business.

Data & OS Management

• Install, upgrade, and patch storage systems.• Execute complex data migrations and manage storage efficiency using deduplication and snapshot technologies.• Ensure robust security measures are in place across all storage systems.

Process & Quality Excellence

• Maintain meticulous documentation for all systems and processes.• Adhere to and support our IT governance frameworks, including service, problem, and change management.

Preferred Skills :

• NetApp Mastery: Deep, hands-on knowledge of NetApp Data ONTAP (Cluster Mode) and high availability solutions like MetroCluster. Strong experience with both FC and iSCSI protocols.

• Storage Protocols: Extensive understanding of core storage protocols, including SMB, NFS, iSCSI, and FCP.

• Networking: A strong foundation in networking concepts, covering both IP and Fibre Channel networks.

• Scripting: Scripting ability in languages such as PowerShell, Perl, or SQL is a significant advantage.

Professional Attributes

• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and proactive problem-solving skills.

• Work Ethic: Highly motivated, target-oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Resilience: A flexible and trustworthy professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.