Principal Site Reliability Engineer

Navy Federal Credit Union; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to maintain and enhance reliability, availability, and performance of systems. You will design fault-tolerant architectures, automate tasks, and collaborate with development teams to ensure stable operations.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years in SRE, strong programming skills (Python/Java/Go), and expertise in monitoring and incident response.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in CS, engineering or related field.
• 7–10 years of site reliability engineering experience.
• Subject matter expert in the area with cross-disciplinary understanding.
• Advanced knowledge of system monitoring, incident response and automation tools.
• Significant experience with SRE principles, practices and software development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement reliable, scalable, and highly available systems.
• Analyze and evaluate complex factors to develop optimal reliability solutions.
• Automate tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error.
• Ensure systems operate within performance and reliability metrics.
• Monitor, maintain and improve system performance, availability and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues.
• Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to embed reliability best practices.
• Develop and enhance standard operating procedures and instructions.
• Build strong working relationships with team members and leadership.
• Lead medium to large projects and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Python

Java

Go

Incident response

SRE knowledge

Education

Master's degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

Monitoring tools

Automation tools

Job description

Overview

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Maintain and enhance the reliability, availability, and performance of Navy Federal’s systems and services by implementing best practices and collaborating with development teams to ensure smooth operations. Design and implement reliable, fault-tolerant systems, as well as monitor and automate tasks to ensure system stability and efficiency. Work independently to interpret and develop solutions to complex business challenges that have a significant impact on the function or branch. Specialized skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques. Recognized as an expert in own area within the company.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement reliable, scalable, and highly available systems.
• Analyze and evaluate complex variable factors to develop optimal reliability solutions.
• Automate tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error.
• Ensure systems are operating within established performance and reliability metrics.
• Monitor, maintain and improve system performance, availability, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex problems related to system reliability and performance.
• Assist in leading collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability best practices.
• Assist with the development and enhancement of practices, procedures, and instructions
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders; work with senior management on complex issues
• Lead medium to large projects and initiatives
• Mentor lower level staff

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in site reliability engineering
• Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
• Advanced knowledge of system monitoring, incident response, and automation tools.
• Significant experience with SRE principles and practices.
• Significant experience with software development or site reliability engineering.
• Advanced programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Advanced knowledge of incident response and managing production issues.
• Advanced communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Hours

Additional Information

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
• 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
• 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

About Us

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Accommodations

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Disclaimers

Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.

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