Job Description: NetApp NCSIE Field Engineer (Design and Implementation)

Position Title: NetApp NCSIE Field Engineer (Design and Implementation)
Location: UK + ad hoc travel
Employment Type: Contract 12 months, inside IR35

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced NetApp Certified Storage Implementation Engineer (NCSIE) to join our team as a Field Engineer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting advanced storage solutions for our clients. This role requires hands-on expertise with NetApp technologies, a deep understanding of storage architectures, and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities Design and Architecture

• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to assess business requirements and design NetApp storage solutions tailored to their needs.
• Develop detailed implementation plans, including high- and low-level designs, ensuring optimal system performance and scalability.
• Conduct solution architecture reviews to confirm alignment with best practices and customer goals.

Implementation and Deployment

• Execute on-site and remote installation, configuration, and optimization of NetApp storage solutions.
• Migrate data and integrate storage systems with existing infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption to customer operations.
• Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics, and resolution of complex technical issues during deployment.

Qualifications and Skills Required Skills:

• NetApp Certified Storage Implementation Engineer (NCSIE) certification is mandatory.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing NetApp storage solutions, including ONTAP, FlexPod, SnapMirror, and SnapVault.
• Strong understanding of SAN, NAS, and cloud storage technologies.
• Proficiency in protocols such as NFS, SMB/CIFS, and iSCSI.
• Experience with tools like Active IQ Unified Manager, Cloud Insights, and SnapCenter.
• Hands-on knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and their integration with NetApp solutions.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and NetApp Cloud Volumes.
• Basic Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Ansible) for automation and orchestration.
• Understanding of networking concepts, including VLANs, TCP/IP, and routing.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Travel Requirements

• Willingness to travel as required to customer sites for project delivery and support.