DDN Storage is seeking an Principal Devops Engineer to join our dynamic team of passionate customer-enabling technologists!
This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DDN Storage is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare, to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing
"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC
“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - ~ Marc Hamilton
VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA
DDN Storage is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge storage and data management solutions are designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN Storage empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence.
Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management.
Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage.
Job DescriptionJob Summary:
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with development, operations, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless delivery of software applications.Lead the migration of existing infrastructure to the cloud, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability, with a focus on AWS.Design, implement, and manage scalable cloud-based infrastructure using AWS services.Develop and automate Kubernetes (K8s) cluster deployments on cloud and VMware using Terraform.Integrate Kubernetes with tools such as MinIO, ClickHouse, ELK Stack, and Prometheus for optimized monitoring and storage.Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for application and infrastructure deployments.Automate the deployment, configuration, and management of applications and infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation, Ansible, Terraform, and Chef.Define and implement a roadmap for the automation of processes to improve efficiency and scalability.Optimize AWS budgets and ensure cost-effective solutions while maintaining performance and availability.Monitor and analyze system performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks to ensure optimal uptime.Implement and maintain security best practices across the infrastructure, including identity and access management, data encryption, and network security.Stay current with industry trends and best practices in cloud computing, DevOps, and infrastructure automation.Provide regular updates to management on progress, challenges, and recommendations for improvements.Create and update ISO images for releases and align them with the latest OS versions.
Required Skills:
Strong expertise in cloud migration, especially to AWS.Should have atleast 12+yrs of experience as Devops EngineerHands-on experience with VMware ESXi and vCenter environments.Proficient in automating Kubernetes clusters on cloud and VMware using Terraform.In-depth knowledge of Linux system architecture and fundamentals.Proficiency in Linux System Administration and scripting (e.g., Shell).Strong understanding of high-performance computing, server installation, and management.Experience in integrating Kubernetes with tools like MinIO, ClickHouse, ELK Stack, and Prometheus.Experience with AWS budgeting, cost management, and optimization strategies.Familiarity with Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, and Agile software development practices.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. DDNOur team is highly motivated and focused on engineering excellence.
We look for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.
Engineers are encouraged to work across multiple areas of the company.
We operate with a flat organizational structure.
All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission.
Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important.
All engineers and researchers are expected to have strong communication skills.
They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
Interview Process:
After submitting your application, the team reviews your CV and statement of exceptional work. If your application passes this stage, you will be invited to a 30-minute interview (“phone interview”) during which a member of our team will ask some basic questions. If you clear the initial phone interview, you will enter the main process, which consists of four technical interviews:
Coding assessment in a language of your choice.Systems design: Translate high-level requirements into a scalable, fault-tolerant service.Systems hands-on: Demonstrate practical skills in a live problem-solving session.Project deep-dive: Present your past exceptional work to a small audience.Meet and greet with the wider team.Our goal is to finish the main process within one week.We don’t rely on recruiters for assessments.Every application is reviewed by a member of our technical team.
DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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