The Walt Disney Company
Storage Engineer
The Walt Disney Company - Emeryville, California, United States, 94608
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Job ID
R-04007
Location
Emeryville, California, United States
Business
Pixar Animation Studios
Date posted 7月. 24, 2025 Job Summary: The Data Storage and Backups team is seeking a Storage Engineer with expertise in on-premises commercial, enterprise-grade, storage solutions commonly accessed via NFS and SMB protocols.As an essential member of our team, you'll apply your understanding of high-performance computing (HPC) storage architectures to administer and help architect our centralized storage infrastructure. We're seeking an individual who can enhance system management, help compile and visualize relevant metadata, and track performance metrics. Success in this role requires technical proficiency, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse teams clearly. Given our studio's highly customized and proprietary environment, a strong aptitude for continuous learning and the ability to integrate evolving storage technologies are crucial.This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced professional with the right blend of skills to make a significant impact within our studio.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide operational support for our on-prem HPC storage systems
Collaborate with vendors to develop and conduct proof-of-concept tests for new storage technologies and implementations
Work with internal and external engineering teams to implement and integrate targeted solutions that help our technical artists understand their storage usage
Foster relationships with department team peers, production department artists, show leadership, other Disney studios, and industry counterparts
Actively create a positive workspace whereby questions and concerns of team members can be voiced openly and honestly
Clearly and comprehensively author and articulate project roadmaps, scenarios, and pitches to different technical, production, and leadership audiences
Ability to assist in the development of software tools that enhance storage administration, automate repetitive tasks, and provide visualization of key metadata and performance metrics
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven experience utilizing scale-out file storage solutions incorporating NFS, SMB, and S3 protocols
Familiarity with developing solutions within legacy technical boundaries
Must be able to participate in a shared storage systems on-call rotation for critical issues, with support and resources provided
Experience in system administration supporting Linux, automated OS installation, package management, diagnostic, and performance troubleshooting/profiling
Familiar with programming languages such as Python, Go, or similar, with experience modifying tools to support infrastructure or storage environments
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Familiarity with storage infrastructure automation and monitoring tools
Proficiency in building software solutions that integrate with both relational and non-relational database environments
Experience using Revision Control Systems, such as git
Ability to write clear and concise technical documentation
Familiarity with virtualization and container platforms
The hiring range for this position in Emeryville is $119,000.00 to $154,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
About Pixar Animation Studios:
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award-winning film studio with world-renoinswned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Cars,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “WALL•E,” “Up,” “Toy Story 3,” “Brave,” “Inside Out,” and “Coco.” Its movies have won 35 Academy Awards and have grossed more than $13 billion at the worldwide box office to date. About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Pixar Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Pixar Animation Studios. Pixar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world. Disability Accommodation For Employment Applications
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. Set your preferences Set your preferences Select a job category from the list of options. Select a location from the list of options. Finally, click “Add” to create your job alert. Job Category Location Job Level
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Job ID
R-04007
Location
Emeryville, California, United States
Business
Pixar Animation Studios
Date posted 7月. 24, 2025 Job Summary: The Data Storage and Backups team is seeking a Storage Engineer with expertise in on-premises commercial, enterprise-grade, storage solutions commonly accessed via NFS and SMB protocols.As an essential member of our team, you'll apply your understanding of high-performance computing (HPC) storage architectures to administer and help architect our centralized storage infrastructure. We're seeking an individual who can enhance system management, help compile and visualize relevant metadata, and track performance metrics. Success in this role requires technical proficiency, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse teams clearly. Given our studio's highly customized and proprietary environment, a strong aptitude for continuous learning and the ability to integrate evolving storage technologies are crucial.This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced professional with the right blend of skills to make a significant impact within our studio.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide operational support for our on-prem HPC storage systems
Collaborate with vendors to develop and conduct proof-of-concept tests for new storage technologies and implementations
Work with internal and external engineering teams to implement and integrate targeted solutions that help our technical artists understand their storage usage
Foster relationships with department team peers, production department artists, show leadership, other Disney studios, and industry counterparts
Actively create a positive workspace whereby questions and concerns of team members can be voiced openly and honestly
Clearly and comprehensively author and articulate project roadmaps, scenarios, and pitches to different technical, production, and leadership audiences
Ability to assist in the development of software tools that enhance storage administration, automate repetitive tasks, and provide visualization of key metadata and performance metrics
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven experience utilizing scale-out file storage solutions incorporating NFS, SMB, and S3 protocols
Familiarity with developing solutions within legacy technical boundaries
Must be able to participate in a shared storage systems on-call rotation for critical issues, with support and resources provided
Experience in system administration supporting Linux, automated OS installation, package management, diagnostic, and performance troubleshooting/profiling
Familiar with programming languages such as Python, Go, or similar, with experience modifying tools to support infrastructure or storage environments
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Familiarity with storage infrastructure automation and monitoring tools
Proficiency in building software solutions that integrate with both relational and non-relational database environments
Experience using Revision Control Systems, such as git
Ability to write clear and concise technical documentation
Familiarity with virtualization and container platforms
The hiring range for this position in Emeryville is $119,000.00 to $154,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
About Pixar Animation Studios:
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award-winning film studio with world-renoinswned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Cars,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “WALL•E,” “Up,” “Toy Story 3,” “Brave,” “Inside Out,” and “Coco.” Its movies have won 35 Academy Awards and have grossed more than $13 billion at the worldwide box office to date. About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Pixar Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Pixar Animation Studios. Pixar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world. Disability Accommodation For Employment Applications
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. Set your preferences Set your preferences Select a job category from the list of options. Select a location from the list of options. Finally, click “Add” to create your job alert. Job Category Location Job Level
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