Site Reliability Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Site Reliability Engineer to join our growing team in Manchester. The ideal candidate should have a robust background in maintaining high-availability systems, automating deployment processes, and ensuring optimal application performance. You will work across various teams to implement best practices in reliability and performance, providing support for our cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain reliable cloud infrastructure.
• Implement monitoring and alerting systems for application performance.
• Participate in on-call rotation and incident response handling.
• Work closely with development teams to improve system performance and reduce downtime.
• Automate and streamline operations and processes.
• Conduct regular system tests and performance reviews.
• Create and maintain documentation for operational procedures.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• Master's degree is preferred

Experience

• 4+ years in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or related fields

Technical Skills

• Linux Administration
• Monitoring Tools

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Communication Skills

Certifications

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Knowledge of container orchestration technologies: Experience with Kubernetes or Docker Swarm for managing containerized applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines: Experience in automating build and deployment processes using tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Health and wellness benefits
• Pension plan with employer contributions
• Flexible working arrangements

Company Culture

• Team Spirit and Collaboration: We thrive on teamwork and believe that collaboration fosters innovation.
• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement and embrace a growth mentality.
• Inclusivity: We value diversity and inclusivity in our workforce, promoting an environment where talented individuals from all backgrounds can thrive.