Principle Site Reliability Engineer

LA International; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic ICT consultancy is seeking Principle Site Reliability Engineers for a contract role in Wokingham. The position centers around enhancing systems' reliability, scalability, and performance, while utilizing programming skills in languages like Golang, Java, or Python. Candidates should bring a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS, Azure, or GCP, and experience with Kubernetes. The role requires SC clearance, emphasizing the importance of security compliance and teamwork in cross-functional settings.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in software development and engineering for large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Golang, Java, or Python.
• Extensive experience with cloud infrastructure providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead platform-first initiatives to enhance scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Design, build, and maintain resilient infrastructure for distributed systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve system reliability and mitigate risks.

Skills

Golang

Java

Python

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Our client is seeking Principle Site Reliability Engineers for an initial six-month contract, with a hybrid work model: a few days onsite in Wokingham and the rest remotely. This role is inside IR35 and requires active SC clearance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead platform-first initiatives to enhance scalability, reliability, and performance.
2. Design, build, and maintain resilient infrastructure for distributed systems.
3. Implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure high availability and performance.
4. Collaborate with engineering teams to improve system reliability and mitigate risks.
5. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment and release management.
6. Evaluate and recommend improvements to platform infrastructure and processes.
7. Ensure compliance with security standards, governance policies, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in software development and engineering for large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Golang, Java, or Python.
• Extensive experience with cloud infrastructure providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Deep knowledge of container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for building scalable, secure solutions.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Candidates with prior high-level security clearance are especially encouraged to apply, as clearance can take up to 10 weeks. Successful applicants will need to be security cleared before appointment.

LA International is a HMG-approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

LA International has received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade for the second consecutive period.