Site Reliability Engineer

Johannesburg Full-time R41,667 - R60,000 / Month
(R500,000 - R720,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will oversee our critical systems, utilizing your background in DevOps practices to automate and streamline our operational processes. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about enhancing system reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the architecture and maintenance of scalable and high-availability systems.
  • Contribute to the development of disaster recovery and backup strategies.
  • Facilitate and coordinate incident response activities.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with system changes.
  • Foster a culture of reliability and operational excellence.
  • Review and improve documentation for system processes.
  • Lead post-incident reviews to analyze failures and implement improvements.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred
Experience
  • 4-6 years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering
Technical Skills
  • Terraform
  • Python
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
Certifications
  • Google Professional DevOps Engineer
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Hands-on experience with Ansible: Experience in using Ansible for automating server management.
  • Familiarity with network protocols: Knowledge of networking standards and protocols.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits including gym memberships
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Annual company retreats
  • Opportunities for professional development

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: Team collaboration is at the heart of our company, promoting synergy across departments.
  • Transparency: We value open communication and transparency, fostering trust among the team.
  • Work-Life Balance: We strive to create a healthy work-life balance for all employees, respecting their time and commitments outside work.
Status: Closed