Junior SRE: Cloud Ops, Scripts & Observability

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Junior Site Reliability Engineer to help keep cloud services reliable and observable. You will perform well-defined operational tasks and learn from senior SREs.

This 6-12 month contract offers daily rate £350-£400 Inside IR35 via umbrella, with chances to grow ownership over time and gain hands-on experience with scripting, Linux, and basic cloud tooling.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent in a technical subject or demonstrable practical experience.
• Basic knowledge of Linux, networking and at least one scripting or programming language.
• Clear communication and a willingness to ask for help early.

Responsibilities

• Carries out routine operational tasks such as deployments, patching, access requests and capacity checks, following documented procedures.
• Writes and improves scripts and small automation tasks to reduce manual toil, with code review from senior colleagues.
• Maintains dashboards, alerts and runbooks, and flags gaps or noisy alerts.
• Supports the data management systems in the area by following guidance from senior colleagues.
• Joins the on-call rota once trained, initially as a shadow or secondary responder.
• Keeps accurate tickets, documentation and handover notes.

Skills

Linux basics

Networking basics

Scripting language

Communication

Education

Bachelors in a technical subject

Tools

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Junior Site Reliability Engineer to help keep cloud services reliable and observable. You will perform well-defined operational tasks and learn from senior SREs.

This 6-12 month contract offers daily rate £350-£400 Inside IR35 via umbrella, with chances to grow ownership over time and gain hands-on experience with scripting, Linux, and basic cloud tooling.