Senior Storage Engineer

Job Description: Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Storage Engineer to join our Data Center Services Team in Newport Beach, CA. Relocation assistance may be provided. As an Sr. Infrastructure Platform Engineer – Storage you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by designing, implementing, and maintaining modern storage infrastructure across various locations globally. You will fill a new role that sits on a team of 8 people in the Pacific Life Corporate division. Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage scalable and reliable storage solutions, including PURE, NetApp in VMware environments, and hyper‑converged infrastructure across multiple regions. Provide escalation support for complex storage issues, collaborating with operations and support teams to resolve incidents efficiently. Define security best practices, hardening guidelines, and compliance standards for storage environments. Communicate and enforce storage standards across teams and stakeholders to ensure consistent implementation and compliance. Monitor storage performance and capacity, tuning systems to meet SLAs and growth demands. Ensure storage security and compliance, including access controls, audit readiness, and encryption practices globally. Ensure reliability of server and storage infrastructure, including regular maintenance and performance optimization. Ensure availability and integrity through backup/recovery integration, replication, and disaster recovery strategies. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation. Qualifications BS degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience. 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, virtualization and storage platforms including PURE and NetApp. Working knowledge of Windows and Linux file systems and storage tuning. Deep expertise in SAN/NAS architectures. Strong understanding of VMware storage integration. Expertise in Brocade SAN fabric switches, including zoning, firmware upgrades, port management and performance tuning. Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with multi‑site, high‑availability infrastructure environments. Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Strong communication skills. What Makes You Stand Out Advanced experience with PURE and NetApp Storage Solutions. Experience with hyper‑converged infrastructure. Experience with automation. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Wellbeing Reimbursement Account for you or eligible dependents. Paid Time Off, holiday schedules, and financial planning time off. Paid parental leave and adoption assistance program. Competitive 401(k) savings plan with company match and additional contribution regardless of participation. Additional incentive pay eligibility. Base Pay Range: $137,610.00 – $168,190.00 (the actual compensation offered will depend on various factors including experience, qualifications, and geographic location). EEO Statement: Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr