SwiftStack Engineer (Object Storage SME)

Job Title: SwiftStack Engineer (Object Storage SME)

Location: Remote (Preferred: Eastern or Central Time Zones)
Duration: 5 months remaining on contract likely to extend for 1+ year
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM EST (some on-call/off-hours support required)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly coachable SwiftStack Engineer to join our support team of 14. This role is focused on the operational management of object storage systems specifically, SwiftStack (legacy) and MinIO (directional). The ideal candidate is technically strong, able to work independently, and comfortable receiving feedback.

This is a backfill role (please do not contact Rajesh Bhan). Candidates must have deep object storage expertise, operational troubleshooting skills, and experience working with RHEL systems and HAProxy. You ll support internal teams during a large-scale migration from SwiftStack to MinIO, and play a critical role in maintaining uptime, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support VCP object storage platforms: SwiftStack (legacy) and MinIO (target).
• Review and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs) developed by the Engineering organization.
• Manage MinIO cluster operations and perform routine maintenance.
• Perform code and version upgrades for MinIO and HAProxy services.
• Triage and remediate failed servers/services across MinIO and HAProxy nodes.
• Collaborate with hardware support vendors to identify faults and perform hardware replacements.
• Provide tenant/cluster support across multiple clients and applications.
• Handle and resolve trouble tickets from clients using object storage.
• Support internal Verizon applications transitioning from SwiftStack to MinIO.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a SwiftStack SME.
• 10+ years overall IT experience, with deep operational focus.
• Expert knowledge of object storage platforms and protocols, especially:
• SwiftStack
• MinIO
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux)
• HAProxy configuration and operations
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Excellent communication skills and professionalism.
• Must be coachable and open to incorporating feedback.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience with Ansible and Bash scripting.
• Exposure to additional storage technologies beyond SwiftStack and MinIO.
• Familiarity with internal IT ticketing systems and desktop software tools.

Work Authorization

• H-1B visa holders acceptable with at least 1 year remaining on visa.
• No third-party or offshore vendors.

Background Check Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check
• 10-panel drug screening
• SSN validation
• Degree or diploma verification
• Employment history check (last 5 years)
• National/state sex offender registry check
• Legal right to work verification

Interview Process

• 1 2 virtual interviews with the customer
• Quick turnaround for qualified candidates