Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backup & Storage Engineer with strong expertise in Dell EMC backup and storage technologies . The candidate will be responsible for designing, managing, and supporting enterprise-scale backup, recovery, and storage infrastructures. This role requires onsite presence in Riyadh, KSA , providing L2 / L3 technical support and acting as an escalation point for complex infrastructure issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, manage, and optimize Dell EMC PowerProtect, Avamar, and Data Domain backup environments.
- Implement and support cyber recovery solutions to safeguard business continuity and data protection.
- Manage and support enterprise storage platforms including Dell EMC PowerMax and PowerScale (Isilon) .
- Ensure seamless integration of backup and recovery solutions with VMware and multi-platform (Windows, Linux, UNIX) environments.
- Provide L2 / L3 support and act as an escalation point for critical incidents.
- Troubleshoot and resolve performance, capacity, and availability issues across backup and storage infrastructures.
- Collaborate with architecture and operations teams to design scalable, resilient backup and storage strategies .
- Conduct system upgrades, patching, and ensure compliance with enterprise security standards.
- Document procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting guidelines for knowledge sharing.
Requirements
6+ years of experience specializing in Dell EMC backup solutions .Expertise in PowerProtect, Avamar, Data Domain administration.Strong knowledge of cyber recovery strategies and enterprise data protection.Hands-on experience with Dell EMC PowerMax and PowerScale storage systems.Proficiency with VMware environments and multi-platform backup integrations.Demonstrated ability to handle L2 / L3 support in large-scale enterprise setups.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex infrastructure challenges.Excellent communication and documentation skills.Preferred Qualifications
Dell EMC certifications (e.g., DECS-SA, Dell EMC Data Protection Specialist ).Experience with cloud backup and hybrid recovery solutions .Knowledge of automation / scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python).Familiarity with ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change Management).