UBB was established in 1992 through the merger of 22 Bulgarian regional commercial banks as the first and largest in terms of scale consolidation project in the Bulgarian banking sector. Since 2017, the Bank has been part of the Belgian bank-assurance group КВС, currently the largest financial group in Bulgaria.
While invariably standing by our corporate values, we want to be the reference in the bank business through client-centricity in all our activities. We aim at achieving sustainable and profitable growth by fulfillment of our role in society.

UBB is seeking a talented and dynamic

Chief expert SAN, Backup and Storage infrastructure


Purpose of the Position:


To ensure the efficient operation, maintenance, and development of the organization’s SAN, backup and storage infrastructures. The role involves proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, capacity planning, and coordination with internal teams and external vendors to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing SAN, storage and archiving systems that support business continuity and data integrity.


Key Responsibilities


• Install, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise-grade storage and backup solutions.

• Maintain and support SAN environments, including hardware, firmware, and software patching.

• Ensure end-to-end lifecycle management of storage and backup systems, including upgrades and capacity forecasting.

• Monitor system alerts and resolve complex incidents in production environments.

• Participate in planning, implementation, and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.

• Own documentation, service delivery, and compliance with internal ITIL-aligned processes.

• Collaborate with the IT security team to apply and maintain best security practices.

• Actively participate in technology evaluations, pilot testing, and implementation of innovative solutions.

• Support infrastructure projects as the storage and archiving stakeholder.

• Engage in cross-functional coordination to resolve incidents and optimize performance.


Minimum Requirements:


Education

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, Mathematics, or Economics.

Experience

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in managing backup, SAN, and enterprise storage solutions.

• Strong familiarity with SAN networks, storage platforms, backup infrastructure and data center hardware.




Technical Skills

• Experience with major vendor systems such as:

• DELL/EMC

• IBM

• HPE


• Solid understanding of backup software platforms, enterprise archiving, and storage performance tuning.

• Experience with storage and backup capacity planning and system integration.

• Knowledge and experience with both block and file level storage systems


Other Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.

• Effective communication and coordination skills across internal teams and third-party vendors.

• Ability to work independently under pressure, as well as in a team environment.

• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.


Language Requirements

• Professional working proficiency in English (spoken and written).


You will find:

• Excellent opportunities for professional and career development in one of the leading banks in Bulgaria

• Competitive remuneration

• Various opportunities for learning and further development of the professional skills and competences

• Preferences for the bank products and services

• Additional health insurance

• Life/Accident Insurance

• Food vouchers - 100 BGN

• Referral program

• Additional bonus for important life events

• Hybrid working model and flexible working time (for the employees in Head Office)

• 25 days annual paid leave + 1 additional day for birthday

• Sport card

• Participation in a solidarity fund which helps employees and their families when necessary



Share your future with us!

Please, send your CV by using the button “Apply for this job” on the bottom of the page.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

All applications will be treated under strict confidentiality. Personal data are under special protection in accordance with the Law for Protection of Personal Data