Application infra Engineer (storage)
Description
At Sequoia Connect , we are a Talent-First Technology Ecosystem that redefines how elite professionals interact with the global digital landscape. We move beyond traditional models to act as a catalyst for the top 1% of global talent, connecting human potential with complex industrial execution. By joining our inner circle, you are not simply taking a position; you are aligning with a strategic partner dedicated to updating your "Human OS" and accelerating your growth through world-class, high-impact projects.
We are currently partnering with a global IT powerhouse that represents the connected world through innovative, customer-centric experiences. As a USD 6 billion organization and one of the top 7 IT service providers globally, our client empowers over 1,200 global customers—including several Fortune 500 companies—to "Rise™." With a massive network of 163,000+ professionals across 90 countries, they are at the absolute forefront of digital transformation, leveraging next-generation technologies such as 5G, AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing.
This is your chance to thrive in a workplace recognized as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world. You will join an environment that values innovation and societal impact, working on end-to-end digital transformation projects for global leaders. If you are a driven professional looking for global career opportunities and exposure to high-impact projects within an international network of expertise, this is where you belong.
We are currently searching for a Application Infra Engineer (storage):
The Challenge (Responsibilities)
- Identify and catalogue residual NAS file shares, CPU allocations, and object storage linked to decommissioned applications.
- Analyze data in Excel and internal tools to identify decommissioning candidates and measure outcomes.
- Engage application owners to notify them of remaining infrastructure and secure formal approval for deletion.
- Raise and manage Change Requests for approved decommissioning actions.
- Work with Storage, Compute, and Platform teams to execute permanent infrastructure removal.
- Track progress, escalations, and blockers via Jira — maintain clean boards and accurate status at all times.
- Produce and distribute structured notifications, reports, and dashboards to stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Proactively follow up on outstanding approvals and escalate delays per SLA with clear professional communication.
- Continuously improve processes, templates, and automation to increase decommissioning throughput.
Your Profile (Requirements)
- Bachelor’s or Masters in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- 3–5 years of professional experience in infrastructure management, technology project delivery, and/or enterprise-scale environments.
- Proficiency in Unix/Linux Shell Scripting ( PowerShell , Bash ).
- Basic proficiency in Python (scripting, automation, data manipulation).
- Solid understanding of NAS / File Storage (mounts, shares, volumes, quotas, and lifecycle management).
- Familiarity with on-prem capacity management and decommissioning procedures for CPU / Compute Infrastructure.
- Awareness of cloud/on-prem object stores and data retention policies.
- Familiarity with change management processes in regulated financial industries.
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High-Performance Mindset: Resilience, emotional intelligence, and a focus on agile delivery.
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Technologist DNA: A deep understanding of the difference between "coding" and "engineering."
Desired
- Working knowledge of IDEs such as VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA, and PyCharm.
- Familiarity with AI engines and assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude) to accelerate operational tasks and reporting.
- Experience with data analysis and reporting using Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, conditional formatting) and dashboards.
- Familiarity with cloud-native foundations or AI coding assistants.