Engineer II - Software Defined Storage

Geico Insurance•Chevy Chase, MD

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About The Position

GEICO is seeking an Enterprise Storage Engineer that will be part of a team responsible for overseeing our organization's storage needs and developing solutions that make data storage accessible, manageable, and secure. The Enterprise Storage Engineer will collaborate on the design and management of advanced storage solutions, extending across Software Defined, SAN, and service-model environments. This role demands a blend of current expertise in storage technologies and visionary thinking, essential for evolving the storage infrastructure to meet future organizational demands. The ideal candidate should be adept at using advanced SDS systems, including but not limited to Ceph, Swift, and OpenStack. The Enterprise Storage Engineer will be at the forefront of storage architecture, responsible for integrating various forms of storage solutions into a cohesive, robust system. They will be immersed in the planning, development, execution, and maintenance of scalable storage solutions. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience with different storage types and their applications in business settings, able to navigate the complexities and leverage each form's strengths. This role is central to the IT organization, requiring a forward-thinking innovator ready to manage and enhance our storage capabilities dynamically.

Requirements

Understanding of various storage architectures and solutions, including object storage (with technologies like Amazon S3, OpenStack Swift), block storage (using software like iSCSI, Fibre Channel), and file storage (solutions such as NFS, SMB/CIFS)
Proficiency with data management and storage protocols/services (e.g., Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NFS, SMB/CIFS)
Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and their interaction with underlying storage infrastructures
Understanding of and experience with software-defined storage services such as Ceph, MinIO, Swift, OpenStack, and GlusterFS
Proficiency with cloud services and infrastructure, including public and private cloud environments
Solid knowledge of traditional storage technologies and how they integrate with software-defined solutions
Familiarity with Linux operating systems and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Perl
Ability to plan and execute migration strategies from traditional SAN to SDS, ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and system performance optimization
Ability to troubleshoot complex storage issues, including performance bottlenecks, data recovery, and optimization challenges
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills to work effectively with various teams within the organization
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues before they arise
Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, with a proven track record of overcoming technical challenges
Effective communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with team members, stakeholders, and external partners
1+ years of experience in a collaborative development environment, utilizing modern software development methodologies
1+ years scripting/coding experience in one of the following languages: C/C++ development, Bash, Python or GO
1+ years of experience in a storage engineering role, with a focus on software-defined storage solutions in cloud environments

Nice To Haves

1+ years of professional software development experience
1+ years of experience with systems architecture and design
1+ years of experience working with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
1+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
Certifications relating to cloud services (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), software-defined storage technologies (such as Ceph or OpenStack), or related areas are highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, implement, and administer high-availability storage solutions, spanning SDS and SAN environments, as well as 'Storage as a Service' systems for private cloud environments
Ensure the seamless integration of storage solutions such as object, block and file storage with bare metal, IaaS, and PaaS services, optimizing performance and scalability
Conduct comprehensive performance analysis and optimization of SAN environments, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and integration with SDS initiatives
Collaborate on the strategy and implementation of data protection, disaster recovery, and security protocols across all storage infrastructures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, developers, and cloud architects, to ensure the compatibility and integration of storage solutions with overall system architecture
Provide technical leadership and support related to SDS, including troubleshooting, and resolving any system issues to ensure high availability and performance
Keep abreast of the latest trends and technologies in SDS and participating in relevant educational opportunities to support this
Drive continuous improvement by staying updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices, ensuring the security, stability, and scalability of the system architecture
Accountable for the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions
Utilize programming languages like Python, C# or other object-oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services
Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family's overall well-being.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.

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