Project Role Description : Develop custom software solutions to design, code, and enhance components across systems or applications. Use modern frameworks and agile practices to deliver scalable, high-performing solutions tailored to specific business needs.
Must have skills : Backup and Recovery Systems
Good to have skills : NetApp NAS Architecture and Design
Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary:
The primary purpose of the Senior Storage & Virtualization Systems Engineer is to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced storage and virtualization solutions that underpin the company's IT infrastructure. This role ensures the highest levels of performance, scalability, and reliability of storage systems and virtual environments. It involves strategic collaboration with cross
functional teams to align storage and virtualization strategies with overarching business objectives. The engineer is responsible for resolving complex technical issues, minimizing downtime, and enhancing system efficiency. Additionally, the position drives continuous improvement by evaluating and integrating cutting-edge technologies.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Operates in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote work with on-site presence to oversee
critical infrastructure projects.
Engages in strategic planning sessions and technical workshops to drive innovation and system
enhancements.
Collaborates extensively with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units,
to ensure alignment of storage and virtualization strategies with business goals.
Tasks
Lead the design and implementation of scalable storage and virtualization solutions, ensuring
alignment with business objectives and future growth.
Optimize existing systems for enhanced performance and reliability, utilizing advanced
troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical issues.
Drive the integration of new technologies and methodologies to improve IT service delivery and
infrastructure efficiency.
Professional & Technical Skills:
Storage
Strong knowledge in storage products from Netapp (FAS, AFF and StorageGRID)
Strong knowledge in Pure products (X- and C-Series, Flashblade)
High experience in Troubleshooting these products
Good knowledge in Brocade SAN products and Zoning
Virtualization
Strong knowledge in common VMware products (e.g. ESXi, Aria Operations)
Strong knowledge in Software Defined Network technologies, especially NSX-T
High experience in Troubleshooting these products
Advanced skills in the VMware VCF stack
Backup
Strong knowledge in Commvault Backup solutions
Good knowledge in usual backup procedures like snapshotting and streaming
High experience in Troubleshooting and maintaining complex Commvault environments
Good knowledge in Disaster Recovery and Cyber Resiliency
Cloud
Good knowledge in common hyperscalers, especially AWS
Good knowledge cloud tools, e.g CI/CD, Terraform, Ansible, Github
Misc
Good knowledge in network protocols and features (e.g. GENEVE, TCP/IP, Routing)
Good knowledge in Javascript, Python and Powershell
Good knowledge in Monitoring and Performance analysis tools and procedures
Good understanding of IT processes and measures, e.g. Change- and Incident Management,
ITSCM
Ability to understand complex environments
Ability to take over responsibility and create ideas how to improve existing services
Mentoring and Technical Leadership
Additional Information:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a
preference for advanced certifications in storage and virtualization technologies.
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in designing and managing complex storage and virtualization
environments, with a proven track record of successful project leadership.
Strong expertise in industry-leading storage and virtualization platforms, with the ability to
influence and implement strategic IT initiatives.
15 years full time education
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com
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Skills Required
- Backup and Recovery Systems
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
- 15 years full time education (equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of NetApp products (FAS, AFF, StorageGRID) and NetApp NAS architecture
- Strong knowledge of Pure Storage products (X-Series, C-Series, FlashBlade)
- Strong knowledge of VMware products (ESXi, Aria Operations) and VMware VCF stack
- Strong knowledge of NSX-T and Software Defined Networking technologies
- Strong knowledge of Commvault backup solutions and backup procedures
- Good knowledge of AWS and cloud concepts
- Good knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code and automation tools: Terraform, Ansible, GitHub (CI/CD)
- Good knowledge of Brocade SAN products and zoning
- Good knowledge of JavaScript, Python, and PowerShell
- Experience with monitoring and performance analysis tools and IT processes (change, incident, ITSCM)
- Mentoring and technical leadership experience
Accenture Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Accenture and has not been reviewed or approved by Accenture.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is considered competitive when paired with robust insurance options and other perks that compare well with large consulting and IT services peers. Multiple national medical plan options plus dental and vision are positioned as a core strength of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout feature through a 401(k) dollar-for-dollar match up to a set percentage after eligibility. The package is reinforced by additional financial programs such as savings tools and related resources.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and caregiving supports are presented as a meaningful benefit differentiator through substantial paid parental leave and multiple caregiver-oriented programs. Backup care and fertility/adoption/surrogacy navigation and reimbursements add breadth to family support beyond leave alone.
Accenture Insights
What We Do
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Interactive, Technology and Operations services—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 500,000+ people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.





