Application infra Engineer (storage)
Mexico City - Mexico
Job Summary
At Sequoia Connect we are a Talent-First Technology Ecosystem that redefines how elite professionals interact with the global digital landscape. We move beyond traditional models to act as a catalyst for the top 1% of global talent connecting human potential with complex industrial execution. By joining our inner circle you are not simply taking a position; you are aligning with a strategic partner dedicated to updating your Human OS and accelerating your growth through world-class high-impact projects.
We are currently partnering with a global IT powerhouse that represents the connected world through innovative customer-centric experiences. As a USD 6 billion organization and one of the top 7 IT service providers globally our client empowers over 1200 global customersincluding several Fortune 500 companiesto Rise. With a massive network of 163000 professionals across 90 countries they are at the absolute forefront of digital transformation leveraging next-generation technologies such as 5G AI Blockchain and Quantum Computing.
This is your chance to thrive in a workplace recognized as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world. You will join an environment that values innovation and societal impact working on end-to-end digital transformation projects for global leaders. If you are a driven professional looking for global career opportunities and exposure to high-impact projects within an international network of expertise this is where you belong.
We are currently searching for a Application Infra Engineer (storage):
The Challenge (Responsibilities)
- Identify and catalogue residual NAS file shares CPU allocations and object storage linked to decommissioned applications.
- Analyze data in Excel and internal tools to identify decommissioning candidates and measure outcomes.
- Engage application owners to notify them of remaining infrastructure and secure formal approval for deletion.
- Raise and manage Change Requests for approved decommissioning actions.
- Work with Storage Compute and Platform teams to execute permanent infrastructure removal.
- Track progress escalations and blockers via Jira maintain clean boards and accurate status at all times.
- Produce and distribute structured notifications reports and dashboards to stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Proactively follow up on outstanding approvals and escalate delays per SLA with clear professional communication.
- Continuously improve processes templates and automation to increase decommissioning throughput.
Your Profile (Requirements)
- Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science Applied Mathematics Engineering or a related quantitative field.
- 35 years of professional experience in infrastructure management technology project delivery and/or enterprise-scale environments.
- Proficiency in Unix/Linux Shell Scripting (PowerShell Bash).
- Basic proficiency in Python (scripting automation data manipulation).
- Solid understanding of NAS / File Storage (mounts shares volumes quotas and lifecycle management).
- Familiarity with on-prem capacity management and decommissioning procedures for CPU / Compute Infrastructure.
- Awareness of cloud/on-prem object stores and data retention policies.
- Familiarity with change management processes in regulated financial industries.
- High-Performance Mindset: Resilience emotional intelligence and a focus on agile delivery.
- Technologist DNA: A deep understanding of the difference between coding and engineering.
Desired
- Working knowledge of IDEs such as VS Code IntelliJ IDEA and PyCharm.
- Familiarity with AI engines and assistants (e.g. GitHub Copilot ChatGPT Gemini Claude) to accelerate operational tasks and reporting.
- Experience with data analysis and reporting using Excel (pivot tables VLOOKUP conditional formatting) and dashboards.
- Familiarity with cloud-native foundations or AI coding assistants.
Languages
- Advanced Oral English: For seamless collaboration with global teams.
- Advanced Spanish.
Special Notes
- Our Client is seeking delivery-focused professionals with a strong sense of ownership to join a high-visibility program partnering with senior leadership.
Work Arrangement
We value flexibility to support your lifestyle. This position is available as:
- Remote
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NAS Python Shell Scripting Jira Object Storage