Senior Consultant - Storage

Job Summary

The Senior Storage Consultant will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable storage solutions for enterprise clients. This position requires deep expertise in software-defined storage systems, particularly Ceph, to deliver innovative and reliable storage architectures tailored to client needs.

What You Will Do:

• Design, deploy, and manage storage solutions with a focus on Ceph clusters, including block, object, and file storage (RBD, RADOSGW, CephFS).

• Configure and optimize Ceph components such as CRUSH maps, OSDs, monitors, and metadata servers for high performance and reliability.

• Develop Proof of Concepts (POCs) and provide technical leadership in large-scale storage projects.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to Ceph clusters and client environments.

• Collaborate with clients to align storage strategies with business objectives while ensuring scalability and cost efficiency.

• Provide knowledge sharing and training sessions to internal teams and clients on Ceph architecture and best practices.

What You Will Bring:

Storage related Required Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of Ceph architecture, deployment, tuning, and troubleshooting.

• Proficiency in integrating Ceph with platforms like OpenStack or Kubernetes.

• Strong understanding of hybrid storage environments and software-defined storage principles.

• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible) for managing storage clusters.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in client-facing roles.

Common Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience working directly with enterprise stakeholders on a range of development and deployment projects

• Deep knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

• Experience implementing system infrastructure and cloud solutions, including data storage, networking, monitoring, and security

• Ability to communicate value, progress, and metrics of key projects to required stakeholders in both technical and business audiences

• Ability to study on your own, learn quickly, and put new ideas into practice

• Passion for open source, software, tooling, and automation

• Good communication skills, verbal and written, in English and Hebrew

Nice To Have:

• Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ceph Cloud Storage or equivalent certification.

• Experience with enterprise-grade Ceph solutions like IBM Storage Ceph or similar platforms.

• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification

• Working experience with DevOps and agile processes

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterpriseopen source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

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