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Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

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About Vintti

At Vintti, we understand the importance of real-time collaboration in today's fast-paced business environment. Our staffing solutions focus on connecting US companies with Latin American talent operating in compatible time zones. This strategic approach ensures that businesses can engage with their team members during regular office hours, facilitating immediate communication, swift problem-solving, and seamless project coordination.

Description

A Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) is a crucial role that blends software engineering with IT operations to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of software systems. SREs focus on building and implementing solutions that automate operations tasks, manage system health, and handle infrastructure efficiently. They design metrics and monitoring systems to foresee potential issues, balance feature development with reliability, and collaborate closely with development teams to enhance system resilience. Through proactive performance tuning and incident response, SREs strive to create and maintain robust, high-availability environments.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or similar role
- Strong understanding of software development and system administration
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, Ruby, or Java
- Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Chef
- Expertise with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
- Familiarity with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes or Docker
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent understanding of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL
- Experience with monitoring and alerting tools, such as Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, or New Relic
- Solid knowledge of networking concepts and protocols
- Understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Experience with version control systems like Git
- Familiarity with log management tools such as ELK stack, Splunk, or Graylog
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization
- Ability to write clear and concise documentation
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends
- Proactive mindset and the ability to anticipate and mitigate issues

Responsabilities

- Monitor and manage system performance and reliability metrics.
- Develop and maintain automated deployment and infrastructure management systems.
- Respond to incidents and troubleshoot issues in collaboration with relevant teams.
- Create and maintain comprehensive infrastructure and operational documentation.
- Enhance and implement system alerting and monitoring tools.
- Work with development teams to design scalable and robust systems.
- Conduct regular audits and reviews of infrastructure to identify and resolve issues.
- Perform post-incident reviews for root cause analysis and future prevention.
- Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours critical system support.
- Identify and resolve system performance bottlenecks.
- Ensure security and compliance measures are consistently applied.
- Maintain and improve configuration management tools for consistency and version control.
- Plan for future infrastructure needs based on usage and business forecasts.
- Automate routine operational tasks to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and improve SLOs and SLAs.
- Track and enhance performance metrics to meet or exceed service targets.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) role will be a highly skilled professional with a strong background in both software development and system administration. They will have proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or in a similar capacity, and hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. This individual will possess deep expertise in programming languages such as Python, Go, Ruby, or Java, and will be proficient with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Chef. They will have extensive experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, and be well-versed in container orchestration tools like Kubernetes or Docker. They will demonstrate strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a solid understanding of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL. Their proficiency with monitoring and alerting tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, or New Relic will stand out, along with their solid knowledge of networking concepts and protocols. The ideal candidate will have a keen understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements, paired with excellent communication and collaboration skills. They will be adept at working effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments, with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Their commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry trends will be evident, along with a proactive mindset that anticipates and mitigates issues. Moreover, they will exhibit high ethical standards, a strong sense of urgency, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and performance. This individual will have a passion for automating processes and improving operational efficiency, demonstrate the ability to mentor and support their peers and junior team members, and exhibit a keen interest in infrastructure and system architecture. With a collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork and a strong customer service orientation, they will focus on delivering value while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.

On a typical day, you will...

- Monitor system performance and reliability metrics, ensuring high availability and performance.
- Develop and maintain automated systems for deployment, scaling, and management of application infrastructure.
- Respond to and resolve incidents, coordinating with relevant teams to troubleshoot and address issues.
- Write and maintain documentation for infrastructure and operational procedures.
- Implement and improve system alerting and monitoring tools to quickly detect and diagnose anomalies.
- Collaborate with software development teams to design and implement scalable, robust systems.
- Perform regular infrastructure reviews and audits to identify potential issues and areas for improvement.
- Conduct post-incident reviews to analyze and learn from system failures, ensuring timely root cause analysis.
- Participate in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support for critical system issues.
- Optimize system performance by identifying bottlenecks and implementing efficient solutions.
- Ensure security and compliance measures are implemented and maintained across all systems.
- Maintain and enhance configuration management tools, ensuring consistency and version control.
- Conduct capacity planning to anticipate future infrastructure needs based on usage trends and business forecasts.
- Automate routine tasks to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define service level objectives (SLOs) and improve service level agreements (SLAs).
- Track performance against SLOs/SLAs and drive continuous improvement to meet or exceed targets.

What we are looking for

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of adaptability and flexibility
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
- High level of accountability and ownership
- Continuous learning mindset and curiosity for new technologies
- Strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines
- Innovative thinking and willingness to challenge the status quo
- Resilience and ability to work under pressure
- Collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and performance
- Strong customer service orientation and focus on delivering value
- Enthusiasm for automating processes and improving operational efficiency
- Ability to mentor and support peers and junior team members
- Keen interest in infrastructure and system architecture
- High ethical standards and commitment to security best practices
- Ability to understand and interpret complex technical documentation and requirements

What you can expect (benefits)

- Competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
- Paid time off (PTO) including vacation days, sick leave, and holidays
- Flexible work schedule with opportunities for remote work
- Professional development opportunities, including training programs, workshops, and certifications
- Tuition reimbursement for relevant educational courses
- Wellness programs promoting physical and mental health
- Employee assistance programs offering counseling and support services
- Performance-based bonuses and incentive programs
- Opportunities for career advancement and internal mobility
- Company-sponsored events and team-building activities
- Access to industry conferences and networking opportunities
- Commuter benefits for public transportation or parking
- State-of-the-art technology and tools for optimal performance
- Company-provided hardware and software for remote work
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Supportive mentorship and leadership development programs
- Parental leave and family-friendly policies
- Generous employee discount programs and partnerships
- Subscription to industry-leading publications and resources
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding contributions and achievements

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