Server & Storage Engineer

About the Role:
We are seeking a seasoned Server & Storage Engineer to join our IT infrastructure team in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain mission-critical server and storage solutions to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability across the enterprise environment.

Responsibilities:
Design, deploy, and manage VMware virtualization infrastructure, including vSphere clusters and vCenter Server
Administer and optimize Dell EMC VxRail or equivalent hyper-converged infrastructure
Perform server management tasks on Windows and Linux platforms, including installation, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting
Implement and maintain SAN and NAS storage environments, including LUN provisioning, replication, and snapshot management
Monitor system performance, capacity planning, and perform tuning for servers and storage subsystems
Collaborate with network, backup, and security teams to integrate and secure infrastructure components
Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, procedures, and troubleshooting guides
Provide 3rd-level support for complex infrastructure incidents and participate in on-call rotation
Evaluate new storage and server technologies and recommend enhancements to improve reliability and efficiency

Required Qualifications:
8+ years of hands-on experience in server and storage engineering or similar role
Expertise in VMware virtualization technologies (vSphere, vCenter, hosts, HA/DRS)
Proven experience with Dell EMC VxRail or comparable hyper-converged platforms
Strong server management skills on Windows Server and Linux distributions
In-depth knowledge of SAN/NAS storage systems (e.g., EMC, NetApp) and storage protocols (iSCSI, Fibre Channel, NFS)
Experience with capacity planning, performance tuning, and troubleshooting server/storage infrastructure
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:
VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent virtualization certification
EMC or NetApp storage certification (e.g., EMCSA, NCDA)
Experience with software-defined storage solutions and cloud integration
Familiarity with automation and scripting tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, or Python
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams