Storage & Backup Administrator

Summary

Join Pythian as a Storage and Backup Administrator in Bengaluru, with remote or hybrid options. You will provide operational support and consulting services to a global clientele, leveraging your expertise in storage and backup infrastructure. Responsibilities include configuring and managing enterprise-class storage solutions (NetApp, DELL EMC), administering backup systems (Veeam), and ensuring data protection. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth knowledge of storage and backup technologies, along with experience in solution design and implementation. Pythian offers a competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of overall experience
• In-depth knowledge of the NetApp ONTAP clusters, DELL EMC storage systems, Data Domains, and QNAPs
• Strong knowledge of Veeam Backup and Replication solutions
• Provide operational support on a 24/7 rotation basis
• Strong demonstrated work ethic with a clear focus on customer success

Responsibilities

• Configure, upgrade, and set up master servers, backup gateways, backup proxies, and clients for Veeam Backup and Replication
• Set up and administer backup repositories along with backend NAS storage solutions like Data Domains and QNAPs
• Manage Virtual Machine, filer, and database backup jobs in different backup products
• Diagnose and fix issues related to backup and restore, such as failures in backup jobs
• Perform restores for various types of data in the event of data loss, as per customer requirements
• Oversee backup retention strategies and remove obsolete backup files
• Collaborate with Veeam support regarding concerns related to backup, restoration and updates
• Configure and manage enterprise-class storage solutions, NetApp ONTAP clusters, DELL EMC VNX, VNXe, and Unity300
• Advanced working knowledge of FC SANs and associated components, including FC network, FC switches, and proficient in FC switch configuration and upgrades
• Perform zoning and masking at the storage and Fiber switch level and configure hosts with redundant paths
• Good knowledge of Storage Pools, RAID groups, LUN masking, checkpoints and quotas
• Monitor storage hardware health and coordinate with support vendors to perform hardware replacements as needed
• Manage storage allocation requests at the SAN and NAS levels
• Administer NFS and CIFS volumes and shares
• Install and configure backup storage systems, including DELL EMC Data Domains and QNAPs
• Participate in Change Control (CC) and CAB approval processes for maintenance activities and provide regular updates to stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in NetApp ONTAP, EMC Storage, or Veeam Backup and Replication would be a plus
• A working knowledge of Linux OS and iSCSI would be an added advantage
• Creative person who looks for new and innovative ways to resolve problems

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards and salary package
• Flexibly work remotely from your home or Bengaluru office, there’s no daily travel requirement to an office!
• Collaborate with some of the best and brightest in the industry!
• Hone your skills or learn new ones with our substantial training allowance; participate in professional development days, attend training, become certified, whatever you like!
• We give you all the equipment you need to work from home including a laptop with your choice of OS, and an annual budget to personalize your work environment!
• You will have an annual wellness budget to make yourself a priority (use it on gym memberships, massages, fitness and more)
• Additionally, you will receive a generous amount of paid vacation and sick days, as well as a day off to volunteer for your favorite charity