Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

OneWeb; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading satellite operator is seeking a motivated Site Reliability Engineer to ensure the availability and performance of their systems. This role involves monitoring system health, automating operational tasks, and collaborating with development teams. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or Engineering and 1-3 years of technical experience, along with proficiency in scripting and familiarity with cloud platforms. The position offers hybrid work conditions in London, UK.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Work-life balance options

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in a technical role (Systems Administration, DevOps, SRE, or similar).
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments.
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code tools (CDK, Terraform, Ansible).

Responsibilities

• Monitor system health using dashboards and alerting systems.
• Triage and respond to incidents, diagnosing issues quickly.
• Automate repetitive operational tasks using scripting languages.

Skills

Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Go, Bash)

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)

Containerization (Docker)

Orchestration concepts (Kubernetes)

Job description

Connect with Eutelsat

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO‑LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions—connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. Whether on land, at sea, or in the air, we deliver secure and reliable communications. We also broadcast television channels and packages worldwide, delivering critical news and entertainment to millions.

With Eutelsat You’ll Get To:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer‑centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity within our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference—and become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity—you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and foster an inclusive workplace. One‑third of our executive team and 60% of our board are women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As “One Team,” we work collaboratively towards shared goals, guided by customer‑centricity, respect, and inclusivity.
• Sustainability at Our Core: Sustainability is embedded in our strategy, balancing social, environmental, and economic impact—on Earth and in space.
• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help balance your personal and professional life.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology.

Job Overview – Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join our Operations team at LEO GEO SOC Eutelsat and play a key role in ensuring the availability, performance, and scalability of our production and development systems. In this position, you’ll work closely with engineering and operational teams, automating processes, responding to incidents, and implementing robust monitoring and reliability practices.

Who You Are:

You are a motivated engineer with a strong operational mindset, eager to improve reliability, automate manual tasks, and contribute to mission‑critical infrastructure supporting satellite operations. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.

What You’ll Do:

• Monitor system health using dashboards and alerting systems, focusing on key reliability metrics.
• Participate in shift rotations during LEOP and Mission Recovery.
• Triage and respond to incidents, diagnose issues, and restore services quickly using established tools and procedures.
• Automate repetitive operational tasks using scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Collaborate with development teams to deploy new features safely and reliably, supporting canary rollouts and feature flags.
• Conduct triage and blameless post‑incident reviews, implementing preventive actions.
• Maintain and improve infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools (CDK, Terraform, Ansible).
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and troubleshooting workflows.
• Follow Incident Management and Problem Management protocols.
• Build and maintain KPIs as well as monitoring and alerting architectures.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years in a technical role (Systems Administration, DevOps, SRE, or similar).
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Go, Bash).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and Linux/Unix environments.
• Understanding of containerization (Docker) and orchestration concepts (Kubernetes).
• Experience working with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills with a collaborative approach.

Where You’ll Work:

London, UK. Work conditions include hybrid or on‑site presence depending on operational needs for the LEO GEO SOC environment.

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