Senior Site Reliability Engineer - Hardware, Infrastructure, and Virtualization (HIVE) - Core Linux Platforms Team at Akamai in United States

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What a Senior Site Reliability Engineer - Hardware, Infrastructure, and Virtualization (HIVE) - Core Linux Platforms Team usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: A Senior Site Reliability Engineer focuses on the reliability, performance, and scalability of critical systems, often working across hardware, infrastructure, and virtualization layers. This role involves proactively identifying and resolving issues, automating operational tasks, and improving system resilience. They collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth deployments and minimize downtime. Responsibilities frequently include incident response, capacity planning, and performance tuning.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in Linux administration, scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash), configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet), cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and monitoring/logging systems (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) is generally expected.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong problem-solving abilities, a deep understanding of system architecture, and a passion for automation typically thrive in this role.

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