Site Reliability Engineer

Cape Town FULL TIME R45,000 - R60,000 / Month
(R540,000 - R720,000 / Year)

Job Description

We are on the lookout for a Site Reliability Engineer to enhance our infrastructure. You will work closely with development teams to improve the reliability and scalability of our systems. Ideal candidates will possess a strong understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement monitoring solutions to ensure systems are operating optimally.
  • Collaborate with development teams to define service-level objectives and ensure they are met.
  • Manage incident response and problem resolution processes.
  • Automate manual processes and improve system reliability.
  • Conduct regular system performance reviews and capacity planning.
  • Act as a liaison between developers and operations teams.
  • Evaluate and recommend cloud-based solutions to enhance service delivery.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Master's degree is a plus
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in a site reliability or DevOps role
Technical Skills
  • Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Linux Administration
  • Scripting (Python/Go)
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
Certifications
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker): Understanding of various container technology to improve service agility.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform): Knowledge in managing infrastructure using Terraform for efficiency.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with company contribution
  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunities for professional development

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: We promote an open environment where cross-department cooperation is encouraged.
  • Innovation: Innovation is at the core of our company culture; we support creative problem-solving.
  • Continuous Learning: We believe in nurturing talent and providing resources for ongoing professional growth.
Status: Open