Full Time

Principal SRE (AI Security / Startup)

Jobot
$150,000 - $250,000* / year

Job Description

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Job Overview

Jobot is seeking a Principal Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) specializing in AI Security to join our dynamic startup environment. The ideal candidate will ensure the architecture, reliability, and security of our platforms, utilizing their expertise to enhance our AI systems' resilience. This role involves leading a team of SREs and collaborating with various stakeholders to implement best practices, improve system performance, and drive innovation in security measures. The Principal SRE will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced setting.



Job Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure infrastructure for AI applications.
  • Develop and maintain monitoring and alerting systems to detect anomalies and ensure high availability.
  • Lead incident response efforts and drive post-mortem analysis to address systemic issues.
  • Collaborate with development teams on security best practices and vulnerability management.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers in the principles of SRE and AI security.
  • Conduct performance and security audits of systems to optimize resource usage.
  • Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously evolve security practices.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or a related role.
  • Proven expertise in AI security principles and practices.
  • Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Strong coding skills in at least one programming language (Python, Go, Java, etc.).
  • Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.


Technologies & Tools

The Principal SRE will work with a diverse range of technologies and tools, including but not limited to AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and various monitoring solutions like Grafana and Prometheus. Familiarity with security tools and frameworks applicable to AI systems will also be essential, as will proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Go. Continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) tools will play a key role in the delivery processes as well.



Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. A collaborative spirit is essential, as the Principal SRE must be able to work effectively across teams and departments. Strong leadership qualities and the ability to mentor others in best practices are crucial. Furthermore, candidates should be adaptable to the evolving challenges of a startup environment, demonstrating resilience and creativity in their work.

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