Senior Site Reliability Engineer

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Site Reliability Engineer to join their innovative technology team based remotely, supporting operations that serve the Manchester region and beyond. This role is critical for ensuring the high availability, performance, and scalability of their cutting-edge software platforms and infrastructure. You will be instrumental in automating operations, improving system resilience, and fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving. This is a fantastic opportunity for an SRE professional who thrives on tackling complex technical challenges and making a significant impact on system stability and user experience from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable infrastructure using cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and implement automation tools and scripts to streamline deployment, monitoring, and operational tasks.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce latency.
• Respond to and resolve production incidents, conducting post-mortems to prevent recurrence and improve system resilience.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure the operability and reliability of new features and services.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth and efficient software delivery.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or a related infrastructure role.
• Strong proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Go, Bash) and infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).
• Solid grasp of networking concepts, security best practices, and database management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote working environment with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work with a talented, forward-thinking team on impactful projects.