Senior Manager Object Storage PaaS Hybrid-Cloud (REMOTE)
About the position
Lead the charge in GEICO's technological evolution! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Manager to build and lead a team of talented engineers responsible for our multi-cloud, private cloud resources to provide reliable and efficient storage services. You will be instrumental in driving the adoption and expansion of our object storage, ensuring its stability, security, and performance across our hybrid cloud environment for DataLakes/AI/ML Workloads. This job might be for you if: You are a passionate leader who inspires and motivates high-performing engineering teams. You are excited by the challenge of building and scaling a critical Object Storage platform for a large organization. You have a strong understanding of the storage services ecosystem and are eager to contribute to its evolution. You are a strategic thinker who can align the team's vision with GEICO's overall technology strategy and business goals. You are a champion of open-source technologies and believe in their power to drive innovation. You are motivated by the opportunity to lead a team at the forefront of GEICO's transformation into a modern, cloud-native organization.
Responsibilities
Recruit, build, and mentor a high-performing team of object storage service engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment focused on continuous improvement.
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Define and execute the team's vision and roadmap, aligning with GEICO's strategic goals for cloud adoption, application modernization, and microservices architecture.
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Oversee the design, implementation, and operation of the Object Storage Services across multiple cloud environments and clusters, ensuring scalability, resilience, and efficient resource utilization.
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Manage and prioritize the team's backlog, ensuring timely delivery of key features and functionalities while maintaining alignment with business needs.
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Collaborate closely with security, operations, and development teams to integrate the Object Storage Services into existing workflows and promote cross-functional collaboration.
,
Develop and implement comprehensive monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes to ensure the health and stability of the Object Storage Services.
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Advocate for the Object Storage Services within the organization, showcasing its value and driving adoption across various teams and projects.
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Foster strong partnerships with networking, SD-WAN, data center engineering, and SRE teams to ensure the successful operation of the Object Storage Services within GEICO's hybrid environment.
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Collaborate with SREs to establish clear SLOs and error budgets for the Object Storage Services, driving continuous improvement in reliability and performance.
Requirements
Proven experience in building and leading high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
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Strong understanding of Object Storage Services concepts, technologies, and best practices, particularly with Istio and related tools.
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Extensive experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration platforms, understanding their role in microservices architecture.
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Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and the challenges associated with managing and operating Object Storage Services across multiple platforms.
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Ability to develop and articulate a clear vision for the Object Storage Services team, aligning with GEICO's overall technology strategy and business goals.
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Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and promote the value of the Object Storage Services within the organization.
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10+ years of professional experience in software engineering, DevOps, or related fields.
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5+ years of experience in technical leadership or management roles.
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3+ years of experience with Object Storage Services technologies like CEPH, MinIO and Containers/Kubernetes/VMs.
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Proven track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams.
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Experience managing complex technical projects and delivering successful outcomes.
Nice-to-haves
Benefits
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
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Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
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401(k) Plan
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Paid Training and Licensures
Apply Now
Lead the charge in GEICO's technological evolution! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Manager to build and lead a team of talented engineers responsible for our multi-cloud, private cloud resources to provide reliable and efficient storage services. You will be instrumental in driving the adoption and expansion of our object storage, ensuring its stability, security, and performance across our hybrid cloud environment for DataLakes/AI/ML Workloads. This job might be for you if: You are a passionate leader who inspires and motivates high-performing engineering teams. You are excited by the challenge of building and scaling a critical Object Storage platform for a large organization. You have a strong understanding of the storage services ecosystem and are eager to contribute to its evolution. You are a strategic thinker who can align the team's vision with GEICO's overall technology strategy and business goals. You are a champion of open-source technologies and believe in their power to drive innovation. You are motivated by the opportunity to lead a team at the forefront of GEICO's transformation into a modern, cloud-native organization.
Responsibilities
Recruit, build, and mentor a high-performing team of object storage service engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment focused on continuous improvement.
,
Define and execute the team's vision and roadmap, aligning with GEICO's strategic goals for cloud adoption, application modernization, and microservices architecture.
,
Oversee the design, implementation, and operation of the Object Storage Services across multiple cloud environments and clusters, ensuring scalability, resilience, and efficient resource utilization.
,
Manage and prioritize the team's backlog, ensuring timely delivery of key features and functionalities while maintaining alignment with business needs.
,
Collaborate closely with security, operations, and development teams to integrate the Object Storage Services into existing workflows and promote cross-functional collaboration.
,
Develop and implement comprehensive monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes to ensure the health and stability of the Object Storage Services.
,
Advocate for the Object Storage Services within the organization, showcasing its value and driving adoption across various teams and projects.
,
Foster strong partnerships with networking, SD-WAN, data center engineering, and SRE teams to ensure the successful operation of the Object Storage Services within GEICO's hybrid environment.
,
Collaborate with SREs to establish clear SLOs and error budgets for the Object Storage Services, driving continuous improvement in reliability and performance.
Requirements
Proven experience in building and leading high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
,
Strong understanding of Object Storage Services concepts, technologies, and best practices, particularly with Istio and related tools.
,
Extensive experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration platforms, understanding their role in microservices architecture.
,
Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and the challenges associated with managing and operating Object Storage Services across multiple platforms.
,
Ability to develop and articulate a clear vision for the Object Storage Services team, aligning with GEICO's overall technology strategy and business goals.
,
Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and promote the value of the Object Storage Services within the organization.
,
10+ years of professional experience in software engineering, DevOps, or related fields.
,
5+ years of experience in technical leadership or management roles.
,
3+ years of experience with Object Storage Services technologies like CEPH, MinIO and Containers/Kubernetes/VMs.
,
Proven track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams.
,
Experience managing complex technical projects and delivering successful outcomes.
Nice-to-haves
Benefits
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
,
Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
,
401(k) Plan
,
Tuition Reimbursement
,
Paid Training and Licensures
Apply Now