Senior Site Reliability Engineer, SRE

LeoLabs

. Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable systems .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $171,000 - $192,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Site Reliability Engineering and DevOps practices, with a strong focus on automation, cloud services, and system reliability. Proficient in scripting, containerization, and configuration management, ensuring compliance with security standards and effective incident response.

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Site Reliability EngineeringCloud Services (AWS, Azure)Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Configuration Management (Terraform)Monitoring Tools (Grafana, Datadog)

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Hard Skills

Scripting (Python, Go)Infrastructure as CodeCI/CD Tools (GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild)Database Technologies (RDS, Aurora, PostgreSQL)Large-Scale Distributed Systems

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesTerraformGrafanaDatadog

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or EngineeringActive TS/SCI ClearanceEligibility for U.S. Department of State ITAR Authorizations

Industry Keywords

Site Reliability EngineeringDevOpsAutomationIncident ResponseSecurity Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerGrafanaKubernetesMicroservicesPostgresPythonTerraformTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable systems
Set up monitoring tools and create incident response plans to identify and resolve issues and implement preventative measures
Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools for deployment, monitoring, and system health checks
Analyze system capacity and performance metrics to forecast future needs and implement scaling solutions
Work closely with development teams to enhance product reliability and streamline deployment
Create and maintain documentation for system architecture, processes, and incident reports
Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 support for critical systems
Implement and enforce security best practices across systems and ensure compliance with industry standards
Independently deploy infrastructure changes using Infrastructure as Code
Identify reliability risks and recommend improvements
Improve dashboards, alerts, and operational runbooks
Improve deployment pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, and self-service capabilities
Optimize infrastructure utilization and cloud costs without compromising reliability
Drive automation to reduce operational toil and improve deployment reliability
Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve availability, scalability, and operational efficiency
Advise on site reliability for new product developments and platform evolution
Mentor junior engineers and foster the development culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in a Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or related role
Proficiency in a scripting or programming language, such as Python or Go
Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure
Proficiency with containerization using Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS
Proficiency in configuration management tools such as Terraform, Atlantis, or Terragrunt
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, or CircleCI
Experience with monitoring tools such as Grafana or Datadog
Familiarity with database technologies such as RDS, Aurora, or PostgreSQL
Experience with large-scale distributed systems and microservices architecture
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Ability to obtain a security clearance
Active TS/SCI clearance preferred
Must be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State ITAR authorizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus and equity
100 USD monthly wellness benefit to support your health and well-being
$300 USD home office setup stipend, available for use within your first six months
$75 USD monthly home internet allowance, paid directly through your regular paycheck
Individual Development Fund to support training, learning, and professional development
Employee Recognition Program to celebrate contributions and achievements across the team
Employee Referral Program
And much more!