Senior Architecture Consultant specializing in Compute, Storage, and Backup (m/f/d)

In the role of the Senior Architectural Advisor Focus on Compute, Storage and Backup, you will design the IT infrastructure for our customers. You develop modern data center solutions and deliver your expertise in VMware, Kubernetes and backup solutions. A completed study in computer science or business informatics as well as several years of experience in the field of infrastructure are required. Flexible working hours and an attractive compensation package await you. Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are looking for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. Roll description: As a data center architect (m/w/d) you design the IT infrastructure of our customers or our company of tomorrow. You are responsible for the strategic and technical architecture of modern data center solutions with a focus on compute, storage and backup platforms. You develop future-proof concepts, evaluate new technologies and accompany their implementation until successful commissioning. In addition to your core expertise, you will bring a sound understanding of adjacent topics such as networks, IT security and hybrid architectures to create holistic infrastructure designs.

Development and maintenance of datacenter architectures for enterprise environments Planning, design and optimization of compute, storage and backup solutions Creation of architectural concepts, target images and technological roadmaps Assessment of new technologies, manufacturer solutions and architectural approaches Advising departments, IT operations and management in infrastructure issues Definition of standards, best practices and governance requirements Implementation of capacity, performance and availability analyses Support for tenders, technology selection and proof of concepts Accompanying transformation projects, migrations and modernisation projects Coordination with network, security, cloud and operations teams Ensuring high availability, scalability, performance and compliance requirements

Professional qualifications Complete study of computer science, economic informatics or comparable qualifications Multiannual professional experience in data center, infrastructure architecture or IT infrastructure design Finded knowledge in at least one of the following areas: server and virtualization platforms (e.g. VMware, Nutanix, Containerization, OpenShift, Kubernetes) Enterprise Storage (e.g. NetApp, Dell PowerStore, Everpure, HPE) Backup and recovery solutions (e.g. Commvault, Veeam, Heading, Cohesity)

Experience in consulting and operating modern solutions Experience with high availability and disaster recovery concepts Knowledge of modern hybrid cloud and datacenter architectures Additional knowledge Basic to good understanding of enterprise networks: Switching & Routing VLANs Load Balancing SDN technologies

Understanding IT Security Requirements and Security By Design Principles: Network Segmentation Zero Trust Identity & Access Management Encryption technologies Backup security and ransomware protection

Experiences with automation and infrastructure as code (e.g. PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible) Personal competencies Analytical and strategic thinking Embossed consulting and communication strength Ability to render complex technical facts understandable Own-sponsored and structured operation Team skills and joy in working together in interdisciplinary teams High customer and service orientation

Exciting and strategically important infrastructure projects The ability to actively shape modern data center and cloud architectures Flexible working hours and mobile work Individual training and certification possibilities Attractive compensation package Modern tools and innovative technologies Flat hierarchies and short decision paths A motivated team with high technical expertise