> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1891570-storage-backup-enterprise-services-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1891570-storage-backup-enterprise-services-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Storage & Backup Enterprise Services Architect - **Company:** Advizex Inc - **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Disaster Recovery, Backup and Restore, HybridCloud, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Management, Cloud Migration, Veeam, Commvault, Docker - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.workingnomads.com/job/go/1765900/ ## About the Role This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing Managed Services Provider. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Level 5 Storage & Backup Enterprise Services Architect to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of storage and backup systems and demonstrate strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This is a senior-level position that requires extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex storage and backup environments., Required: * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. * Experience: + 15+ years of experience in storage and backup system administration and engineering in enterprise environments. + 5+ years designing and operating Microsoft Azure for enterprise or MSP customers. + Deep, hands-on storage and backup system administration experience in enterprise production environments. + Proven experience managing Dell storage and backup solutions. + Deep expertise in the administration of storage and backup systems. + Experience with backup and recovery processes. * Certifications: + Certified in at least one Backup & Data Protection technology (Veeam, Cohesity, Commvault, Druva, etc.). + Certified in Dell EMC Enterprise Storage Platform + Azure Architect Certification * Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. * Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities, including project management and team mentoring. * Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders. * Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and technologies. Preferred: * 15+ years of prior Storage and Backup administration experience in complex corporate or enterprise environments. * Extensive experience delivering customer-facing managed services in SLA-driven environments. * Strong expertise in hybrid cloud architecture, enterprise networking, identity, and security. * Strong expertise in Cisco products. * Extensive background in 24×7 cloud and infrastructure operations, including incident response. * Experience with containers and orchestration at scale (Docker, Kubernetes / AKS). * Additional Azure certifications (Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert). * Experience working in MSPs or consulting organizations supporting multiple enterprise customers. * Familiarity with ITIL, SRE, or service management frameworks. * Experience supporting regulated, high-availability, or compliance-driven environments. * Exposure to cloud migration and modernization engagements. ## Description This position is supported by a 24x7x365 team, but occasional evening and weekend work may be required to handle emergencies or perform system maintenance., * Architecture & Managed Services Leadership + Define and own customer-facing hybrid cloud architectures for Azure-based managed services. + Design, standardize, and evolve multi-tenant managed service platforms supporting multiple enterprise customers. + Ensure architectures align with contractual SLAs, SLOs, and support models. + Establish and enforce architecture, security, and operational standards across customer environments. * Hands-On Technical Leadership + Maintain hands-on involvement with storage and backup systems in production. + Lead troubleshooting and serve as the highest-level escalation point for complex customer issues. + Architect resilient platforms with strong monitoring, alerting, backup, and disaster recovery. * Customer Engagement & Advisory + Act as a technical lead and trusted advisor for enterprise customers. + Participate in customer architecture reviews, technical workshops, and QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews). + Translate customer business requirements into secure, supportable cloud architectures. + Support presales and solution design, including architecture validation, scoping, and risk assessment. + Guide customers through cloud adoption, modernization, and hybrid integration strategies. * Operations & Reliability + Provide architectural leadership for 24×7 managed service operations, including on-call participation. + Lead major incident response efforts, including customer communication and post-incident reviews. + Drive reliability, performance, and cost optimization improvements across customer platforms. + Ensure operational readiness for new customers and onboardings. * Mentorship & Influence + Mentor senior engineers and architects within the MSP organization. + Influence technical strategy, tooling, and service offerings across the managed services portfolio. + Evaluate Azure services and technologies to improve customer outcomes. ## Related Videos - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [ZEISS & Microsoft - Building the Next Generation Medical Ecosystem in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/424-zeiss-microsoft-building-the-next-generation-medical-ecosystem-in-the-cloud) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)