Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Storage Engineer to lead operational, testing, and documentation activities across enterprise storage and networking infrastructure, with a primary focus on Dell EMC PowerFlex, Dell EMC PowerMax (PMAX), and Dell Switches. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with operational tasks, resilience/failure testing, performance tuning, and producing high-quality technical documentation (SOPs, LLDs, and diagrams).
Key ResponsibilitiesCore Platforms
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Perform day-to-day operational tasks on PowerFlex, PMAX, and Dell Switches.
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Produce and maintain technical diagrams and documentation using Visio.
PMAX – Testing & Validation
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Create and restore snapshot copies.
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Simulate port/path failures and validate host multipathing behavior (e.g., cable removal scenarios).
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Test single power supply failure scenarios (e.g., power cable removal) and validate system resilience.
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Export and restore Unisphere configuration backups.
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Confirm alert visibility and accuracy within the Unisphere dashboard (e.g., validating power failure alerts).
PMAX – Operational Documentation (SOPs)
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures covering:
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Recovery procedure validation (volume recreation, masking remapping)
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Capacity utilization monitoring
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New volume creation
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LUN masking and mapping
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Unmasking and deletion of volumes
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Configuration of service levels (Diamond/Platinum/Gold/Silver)
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Performance monitoring (per box, per LUN, per host)
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Patch installation procedures
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Configuration file backups
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Log collection procedures
PMAX – Additional Technical Tasks
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Debug and troubleshoot syslog configuration between PMAX and the client syslog server.
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Document LUN-per-port mapping as part of Low-Level Design (LLD) deliverables.
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Review LUN-per-port mapping for Front-End port load balancing.
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Review PMAX ports for errors and performance issues.
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Proven hands-on experience with Dell EMC PowerMax (PMAX) administration and operations.
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Experience with Dell EMC PowerFlex in operational/support capacity.
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Working knowledge of Dell networking/switching infrastructure.
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Strong understanding of SAN concepts: multipathing, LUN masking/mapping, snapshots, service levels.
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Experience with Unisphere for PowerMax management.
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Proficiency in Visio for technical documentation and diagramming.
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Strong documentation skills — able to write clear, structured SOPs and LLDs.
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Experience with syslog configuration and troubleshooting.
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Familiarity with performance monitoring and capacity planning on enterprise storage arrays.
Preferred Qualifications
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Dell EMC certifications (e.g., PowerMax, PowerFlex specialist certifications).
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Prior experience in a client-facing or managed services environment.
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Experience supporting telecom or large enterprise environments.