Backup Architect

Pune, IN-MH
- Position Type

Full Time
- Requisition ID

12041
- Level of Education

3 Year Degree or equivalent
- Years of Experience

10+ to 15 Years

**About Exela**

Exela is a business process automation (BPA) leader, leveraging a global footprint and proprietary technology to provide digital transformation solutions enhancing quality, productivity, and end-user experience. With decades of expertise operating mission-critical processes, Exela serves a growing roster of more than 4,000 customers throughout 50 countries, including over 60% of the Fortune® 100. With foundational technologies spanning information management, workflow automation, and integrated communications, Exela's software and services include multi-industry department solution suites addressing finance & accounting, human capital management, and legal management, as well as industry-specific solutions for banking, healthcare, insurance, and public sectors. - Through cloud-enabled platforms, built on a configurable stack of automation modules, and 17,500+ employees operating in 23 countries, Exela rapidly deploys integrated technology and operations as an end-to-end digital journey partner.

**Health & Wellness**

We offer comprehensive health and wellness plans, including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees and family members; paid time off; and commuter benefits. In addition, supplemental income protection including short term insurance coverage is available. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement savings plan to assist eligible employees in saving for their retirement. Participants are provided access to financial wellness resources and retirement planning services.

**Military Hiring**:
Exela seeks job applicants from all walks of life and backgrounds including, but not limited to, those who are transitioning military members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses and their family members. Individuals will be considered no matter their military rank or specialty.
The IT Backup Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the backup and data protection strategies within an organization. This role focuses on creating comprehensive backup solutions that ensure the availability, integrity, and security of business-critical data. The IT Backup Architect will design both on-premise and cloud-based backup solutions, implement disaster recovery plans, and continuously optimize backup systems for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency. Additionally, the role requires close collaboration with IT infrastructure teams, storage administrators, and security teams to ensure that backup solutions meet organizational needs and compliance standards.The IT Backup Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the backup and data protection strategies within an organization. This role focuses on creating comprehensive backup solutions that ensure the availability, integrity, and security of business-critical data. The IT Backup Architect will design both on-premise and cloud-based backup solutions, implement disaster recovery plans, and continuously optimize backup systems for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency. Additionally, the role requires close collaboration with IT infrastructure teams, storage administrators, and security teams to ensure that backup solutions meet organizational needs and compliance standards.**Strong knowledge of backup technologies, storage systems, and data protection methodologies (e.g., incremental, differential, full backups).**

**Experience with cloud backup solutions and hybrid backup environments (e.g., AWS S3, Azure Backup).**

**Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and the backup challenges associated with virtualized environments.**

**Knowledge of data security and encryption standards, as well as compliance regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.**

**Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to backup and recovery issues.**

**Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) to automate backup tasks and processes.**

**Minimum of 10 years of experience in backup and disaster recovery, with a strong focus on enterprise backup solutions.**

**Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing backup infrastructures, including cloud-based, virtual, and on-premises solutions.**

**In-depth experience with backup and data protection software (e.g., Veeam, Veritas, Commvault, NetBackup, etc.).**

**Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation, including conducting DR tests and validating recovery procedures.**

**Key Competencies**:
**Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex backup architectures.**

**Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.**

**Disclaimer**:
Exela is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equality opportunity employer. Qualified applicants