Cloud Storage Engineer - Telco
Seniority level - Senior
Project Description
At the Telco Hub in Madrid, we are pioneers in merging IT and Telco, building and scaling Telco as a Platform (TaaP) on our proprietary layered cloud. Our teams operate in cross-country and cross-functional squads, delivering cutting-edge services to Europe's most valued Operator.
Our mission is to create the best customer experience based on three core principles:
✅ Cloud-based – Harnessing the latest technologies for scalability and performance.
✅ Automated – Driving efficiency through AI, automation, and DevOps.
✅ Sustainable – Building a future-ready, environmentally conscious infrastructure.
We are looking for top engineering talent eager to grow technically and professionally in an innovative, dynamic, and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about shaping the future of telecommunications, this is your place!
To ensure the stability and efficiency of DT-Technik's storage infrastructure, we are seeking a qualified DevOps Engineer Storage. This individual will be responsible for managing the testplattform of our storage infrastructure using our toolset to automate the whole storage plattform. You will join a German storage engineering team, where you will oversee the automation of storage components, serve as the liaison to our storage engineers, and collaborate with the engineering team to enhance the stability of the storage platform and data for DT-Technik applications.
Activity description and concrete tasks:
As a Storage Test Environment Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our storage systems. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Management of the Storage Test Environment: You will be responsible for overseeing the configuration and maintenance of the storage test environment, ensuring it meets all necessary requirements for effective testing.
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- Creation of Automated Checks for New Versions and Critical Alerts: You will develop automated systems to regularly check for new software versions and critical alerts, ensuring timely updates and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Execution of Defined Tests for Firmware Release Approval: You will conduct comprehensive testing of firmware versions to evaluate their stability and compatibility, ultimately providing approval for their release.
- Response to Operational Needs from Storage Engineers: You will collaborate with storage engineers to address operational requirements, continuously improving the test environment and rollout processes based on their feedback and needs.
- This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams to optimize our storage solutions.
Qualifications
Technical Skills:
- Project Management and Documentation Tools: Proficiency in Jira for project tracking and management, and Wiki for documentation and knowledge sharing.
- IT Service Management and Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with CASM as a ticketing tool, CheckMK for monitoring, and Grafana for data visualization and performance analysis.
- Database Management: Advanced knowledge of MySQL for efficient data operations and management.
- API Integration: Thorough understanding of REST API principles and experience in integrating and automating workflows using APIs.
- Vendor-Specific Technologies: Familiarity with storage solutions from NetApp, Pure Storage, Brocade, and IBM, with the ability to leverage these technologies for automation.
Soft Skills:
- In-depth Knowledge of Automation Trends: A deep understanding of current market trends in automation and the latest developments in automation technologies.
- Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD): Extensive experience with CI/CD practices, particularly utilizing GitLab platforms.
- Storage Capacity Provisioning: Knowledge of the technical requirements for connecting and provisioning storage capacities to servers, including virtual and cloud-based environments.
- IT Infrastructure Monitoring: Comprehensive expertise in monitoring IT infrastructure and performance, with skills in automated alerting systems.
- UNIX Server Technologies: Extensive experience in the operation, administration, and troubleshooting of UNIX server technologies.
- Presentation and Communication Skills: Confident presence with strong presentation abilities.
- Self-driven Work Ethic: Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Resilience and Stress Management: High stress tolerance and ability to handle demanding situations effectively.
- Willingness to Travel: Open to traveling to Germany for team integration and collaboration.
Tools & Platforms
Jira
Wiki
CASM (Ticketing-Tool), CheckMK (Monitoring-Tool), Grafana
Phyton, Perl, Go
Ansible
php, mySQL
Java
REST API
vendors: NetApp, Pure, Brocade, IBM
Additional Information
What do we offer you?
- International, positive, dynamic and motivated work environment.
- Hybrid work model (teleworking/on-site).
- Flexible schedule.
- Continuous training: Preparation for certifications, access to Coursera, weekly English and German classes...
- Flexible compensation plan: health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare, transport assistance...
- Life and accident insurance.
- More than 26 working days of vacation per year.
- Social fund.
- Free service for specialists (doctors, physiotherapists, nutritionists, psychologists, lawyers...)
- 100% of salary in case of sick leave.
And many more advantages of being part of T-Systems!
If you are looking for a new challenge, do not hesitate to send us your CV in English. Join our team!
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