A storage engineer is an information technology professional who develops and oversees databases, networks, and other systems with large storage capacities. As a storage engineer, your primary responsibilities are to create storage systems and maintain the hardware. You are also responsible for backing up all information and providing ongoing technical service to your clients or employer. Your goal is to create a cost-effective storage system that can handle both a high volume of data and a large number of users. You must understand the specific needs of the client to give them what they need without wasting funds.