Enterprise Storage Engineer - HPE Alletra

HCL Technologies Limited

Job Title: Enterprise Storage Engineer HPE Alletra

Experience Level: 10+ years
Department: IT Infrastructure / Storage & Data Management
Reporting To: Infrastructure Manager / Storage Practice Lead

Job Overview:
We are looking for a seasoned Enterprise Storage Engineer with hands-on experience in managing and optimizing HPE Alletra storage platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of enterprise storage systems across hybrid environments.

Key Responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and manage HPE Alletra storage solutions (6000/9000 series) in enterprise environments.
* Perform end-to-end storage lifecycle management including provisioning, monitoring, upgrades, and decommissioning.
* Troubleshoot complex storage issues and provide L3-level support.
* Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to align storage strategies with business needs.
* Monitor storage performance and capacity using tools like HPE Infosight and OneView.
* Ensure data protection, replication, and disaster recovery configurations are in place and tested.
* Maintain documentation for architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
* Participate in audits, compliance checks, and capacity planning exercises.
* Drive automation and scripting for routine storage tasks and reporting.


Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Strong experience with HPE Alletra, NimbleOS, and HPE OneView.
* Deep understanding of SAN/NAS architectures, protocols (FC, iSCSI, NFS, SMB), and storage zoning.
* Familiarity with Brocade/Cisco SAN switches and fabric management.
* Experience with Infosight analytics for predictive monitoring and optimization.
* Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation.
* Exposure to virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).
* Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery tools and strategies.
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
* Relevant certifications (e.g., HPE ASE, HPE Master ASE) are highly desirable.


Soft Skills:
* Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
* Strong documentation, reporting, and presentation abilities.
* Ability to manage priorities, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration.


Disclaimer
HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits
A candidate s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year