Director of SRE /Windows/ Azure at Motion Recruitment
Greensboro, NC
About the Job
Greensboro, North CarolinaOpen to RemoteFull Time$175k - $195kJob Title: Director of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)Location: Remote (North Carolina residents preferred)Type: Full-TimeAbout Us: We are a leading insurance company committed to providing exceptional services and products to our customers
As we continue to innovate and grow, we are seeking a Director of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) with strong Windows expertise to lead our efforts in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our systems.Job Description:
As the Director of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), you will lead a team of SREs responsible for maintaining the reliability and availability of our cloud-based systems and services
You will develop and implement SRE best practices, with a strong emphasis on Windows technologies- Azure Cloud is a plus, and play a key role in driving operational excellence across the organization
This role is 70% leadership and 30% hands onKey Responsibilities:Leadership & Strategy:Lead, mentor, and grow a team of SREs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Develop and implement SRE strategies to enhance system reliability, performance, and scalability
Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to align SRE practices with business goals
Azure Expertise:Drive the adoption and optimization of Azure cloud services, ensuring best practices for reliability, security, and cost-efficiency
Oversee the design, implementation, and management of Azure-based infrastructure and services, including monitoring, automation, and disaster recovery solutions
Provide technical guidance on Azure architecture, deployment, and scaling strategies
Operational Excellence:Establish and monitor SLOs, SLIs, and SLAs to ensure systems meet reliability and performance targets
Develop and enforce incident management processes, including root cause analysis and post-mortem reviews
Lead automation initiatives to reduce manual efforts and enhance system resilience and scalability
Collaboration & Communication:Serve as a key stakeholder in technical discussions, advocating for SRE principles and best practices
Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring organizational alignment
Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Qualifications:Experience:10+ years of experience in IT operations, software engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Proven experience leading SRE or DevOps teams in a cloud-native environment, with a strong focus on Windows Plus: experience with Azure cloud services, including Azure DevOps, Azure Monitor, Azure Automation, and ARM templates
Technical Skills:Proficiency in scripting and automation languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and configuration management tools
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
Knowledge of networking, security, and compliance best practices in cloud environments
Leadership & Communication:Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing technical teams
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive change across all levels of the organization
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues before they impact customers
Preferred Qualifications:Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer)
Experience with other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud environments
Background in software development with an understanding of modern development practices.
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Posted by: Grace AllenSpecialization: DevOps
As we continue to innovate and grow, we are seeking a Director of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) with strong Windows expertise to lead our efforts in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our systems.Job Description:
As the Director of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), you will lead a team of SREs responsible for maintaining the reliability and availability of our cloud-based systems and services
You will develop and implement SRE best practices, with a strong emphasis on Windows technologies- Azure Cloud is a plus, and play a key role in driving operational excellence across the organization
This role is 70% leadership and 30% hands onKey Responsibilities:Leadership & Strategy:Lead, mentor, and grow a team of SREs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Develop and implement SRE strategies to enhance system reliability, performance, and scalability
Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to align SRE practices with business goals
Azure Expertise:Drive the adoption and optimization of Azure cloud services, ensuring best practices for reliability, security, and cost-efficiency
Oversee the design, implementation, and management of Azure-based infrastructure and services, including monitoring, automation, and disaster recovery solutions
Provide technical guidance on Azure architecture, deployment, and scaling strategies
Operational Excellence:Establish and monitor SLOs, SLIs, and SLAs to ensure systems meet reliability and performance targets
Develop and enforce incident management processes, including root cause analysis and post-mortem reviews
Lead automation initiatives to reduce manual efforts and enhance system resilience and scalability
Collaboration & Communication:Serve as a key stakeholder in technical discussions, advocating for SRE principles and best practices
Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring organizational alignment
Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Qualifications:Experience:10+ years of experience in IT operations, software engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Proven experience leading SRE or DevOps teams in a cloud-native environment, with a strong focus on Windows Plus: experience with Azure cloud services, including Azure DevOps, Azure Monitor, Azure Automation, and ARM templates
Technical Skills:Proficiency in scripting and automation languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and configuration management tools
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
Knowledge of networking, security, and compliance best practices in cloud environments
Leadership & Communication:Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing technical teams
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive change across all levels of the organization
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues before they impact customers
Preferred Qualifications:Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer)
Experience with other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud environments
Background in software development with an understanding of modern development practices.
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Posted by: Grace AllenSpecialization: DevOps
