Senior Manager, Infrastructure Engineer, Hybrid Data Protection

The Opportunity Based in Hyderabad join a global healthcare biopharma company and be part of a 130- year legacy of success backed by ethical integrity forward momentum and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare Be part of an organisation driven by digital technology and data-backed approaches that support a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines vaccines and animal health products Drive innovation and execution excellence Be a part of a team with passion for using data analytics and insights to drive decision-making and which creates custom software allowing us to tackle some of the world s greatest health threats Our Technology Centers focus on creating a space where teams can come together to deliver business solutions that save and improve lives An integral part of our company s IT operating model Tech Centers are globally distributed locations where each IT division has employees to enable our digital transformation journey and drive business outcomes These locations in addition to the other sites are essential to supporting our business and strategy A focused group of leaders in each Tech Center helps to ensure we can manage and improve each location from investing in growth success and well-being of our people to making sure colleagues from each IT division feel a sense of belonging to managing critical emergencies And together we must leverage the strength of our team to collaborate globally to optimize connections and share best practices across the Tech Centers What will you do in this role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Protection Backup and Recovery Engineer to join our team The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing developing implementing and managing backup and recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and availability This role requires a deep understanding of various backup technologies and tools as well as advanced knowledge of data protection strategies across cloud platforms What should you have Design develop and maintain advanced backup and recovery solutions using tools such as Commvault AWS Backup Azure backups PPDM Develop and implement automated solutions for backup and recovery processes to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention Create and manage self-service features for customers to facilitate their own backup and recovery tasks improving user experience and operational efficiency Lead the optimisation of backup processes ensuring data is backed up according to established schedules and policies Monitor and troubleshoot complex backup and recovery operations addressing issues proactively and providing expert guidance Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement comprehensive data protection strategies Conduct regular testing of backup and recovery processes to ensure effectiveness reliability and compliance with industry standards work with product manager to define the product roadmap and own run participate in agile ceremonies Maintain detailed documentation of backup configurations processes and procedures Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies related to data protection and recovery and provide thought leadership within the organization Education Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field Relevant certifications e g Commvault Certified Expert are highly desirable Experience Minimum of 7 years of experience in backup and recovery engineering or a related field with a focus on senior-level responsibilities Proven experience with backup solutions such as Commvault AWS backups Azure backups PPDM RMAN BRTools and familiarity with Cohesity Rubrik and others Extensive experience with automation tools specifically Ansible Tower for backup and recovery processes Familiarity with Hyperscale 1 5 and Hyperscale X architectures Experience with Data Protection as a Service DPA solutions Hands-on experience with cloud platforms specifically AWS and Azure for backup and recovery solutions In-depth experience with Dell Data Domain storage systems Skills Strong understanding of backup and recovery methodologies and best practices with the ability to apply this knowledge to complex scenarios Proficiency in scripting and automation e g Python PowerShell to enhance backup processes and develop automated solutions Advanced knowledge of storage technologies and architectures including Dell Data Domain Familiarity with self-service portal tools and frameworks for customer interaction Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues Strong communication skills both verbal and written to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead projects independently In-depth knowledge of data protection regulations and compliance requirements Extensive experience with disaster recovery planning and execution Experience with different operating systems e g windows servers RHEL and container solutions e g Kubernetes Familiarity with cloud-based backup solutions and hybrid environments Strong analytical skills to assess backup performance and identify areas for improvement Experience with Dell Data Domain storage systems Who we are We are known as Merck Co Inc Rahway New Jersey USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else For more than a century we have been inventing for life bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world s most challenging diseases Today our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world What we look for Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world Here you have that opportunity You can put your empathy creativity digital mastery or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time Our team is constantly evolving so if you are among the intellectually curious join us and start making your impact today HYDIT2025 Current Employees apply Current Contingent Workers apply Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck Co Inc Rahway NJ USA also known as Merck Sharp Dohme LLC Rahway NJ USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities All CVs resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place Where agency agreements are in place 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