Solution Architect

Summary

Join Cloudian, a leading provider of object storage solutions, as a Solution Architect. Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Cloudian HyperStore solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate with customers, sales, and engineering teams to deliver high-performance storage and AI solutions. This role demands deep technical expertise in distributed storage systems, cloud architecture, and enterprise-scale data management. You will be responsible for customer engagement, technical leadership, implementation and optimization, and technical consulting and support. The position requires significant travel.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in storage architecture, preferably with object storage systems
• Hands-on experience with Cloudian HyperStore or similar distributed storage platforms (Ceph, MinIO, NetApp StorageGRID)
• Deep understanding of S3 API, REST protocols, and cloud storage standards
• Experience with Linux system administration, networking, and virtualization technologies
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation
• Proven track record designing and implementing enterprise-scale storage solutions
• Experience with data center architecture, including compute, storage, and networking components
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery strategies for large-scale environments
• Understanding of compliance requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX) and data governance
• Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and multi-cloud strategies
• Strong understanding of storage protocols (NFS, SMB, iSCSI) and file systems
• Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, OpenStack)
• Knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
• Familiarity with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) and analytics workloads
• Understanding of database technologies and their storage requirements
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and business audiences
• Experience leading customer workshops and technical training sessions
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value propositions
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Experience managing multiple customer engagements simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Design and architect comprehensive Cloudian HyperStore solutions tailored to customer requirements
• Develop technical specifications and system diagrams per customer requirements
• Create scalable storage architectures supporting petabyte-scale deployments
• Ensure solution designs align with security, compliance, and performance requirements
• Collaborate with engineering teams to influence product roadmap based on customer needs
• Lead technical discussions with enterprise customers during pre-sales, implementation, and post-sales phases
• Conduct technical workshops, proof-of-concepts, and architecture reviews
• Provide technical guidance on data migration strategies and hybrid cloud integrations
• Serve as primary technical escalation point for complex customer issues
• Present solutions to C-level executives and technical stakeholders
• Oversee deployment of Cloudian HyperStore clusters in on-premises and hybrid environments
• Configure and optimize storage policies, replication strategies, and data lifecycle management
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and backup strategies for production environments
• Troubleshoot complex performance and scalability issues
• Provide technical expertise during sales cycles and RFP responses
• Develop best practices documentation and deployment guides
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge across the organization
• Stay current with emerging storage technologies and industry trends
• Participate in technical conferences and customer advisory boards

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• Professional certifications in storage technologies (NetApp, Dell EMC, AWS, Azure)
• Experience with software-defined storage and hyper-converged infrastructure
• Background in storage performance tuning and capacity planning
• Previous experience in technical sales or customer success roles
• Knowledge of emerging technologies like AI/ML workloads and edge computing

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible work arrangements with remote work options
• Professional development opportunities and conference attendance
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge storage technology and enterprise customers
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for career growth