Full Time

Senior II Site Reliability Engineer

Akamai
United States
Remote!
$146,400 - $263,600 a year* / year (about $70–$127 an hour)

Job Description

About this kind of role

What a Senior II Site Reliability Engineer usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Ensures systems are reliable, scalable, and performant, often working across development, operations, and security teams. This role involves automating infrastructure, responding to incidents, and proactively identifying and resolving potential issues. Senior Site Reliability Engineers also contribute to the design and implementation of new systems and features, with a focus on operational excellence. They may mentor junior engineers and participate in on-call rotations.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Go, experience with cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and familiarity with configuration management tools (like Ansible or Chef) are common, alongside strong troubleshooting and systems thinking skills.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong background in systems administration or software engineering who enjoy problem-solving and have a passion for building and maintaining highly available systems are often successful in this role.

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