Site Reliability Engineer Senior – Sydney, Australia

Role Overview

Are you a passionate Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) looking to make a significant impact in the fintech industry? FIS is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Site Reliability Engineer to join our dynamic team in Sydney, Australia. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the scalability, high availability, performance, and reliability of our critical software applications. You will leverage your expertise in automation, cloud computing, and incident management to build proactive engineering mechanisms and deliver exceptional end-user experiences.

As a Senior SRE at FIS, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in the financial services and technology sectors. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve complex problems, automate repetitive tasks, and continuously improve our operating environments. Your contributions will directly impact the stability and quality of service for FIS clients across Australia.

A Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into what your day might look like as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer at FIS:

• Leading Incident Triage: You'll lead incident triage calls, working to quickly identify the root cause of issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Automating Repetitive Tasks: You will identify and automate repetitive, non-value-added tasks through scripting and coding, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
• Collaborating with Teams: You will actively participate and contribute to team meetings, sharing your knowledge and insights to improve overall team performance.
• Deploying Product Releases: Configuring and deploying product releases into production environments, ensuring quality and stability.
• Developing Monitoring Solutions: You will develop and implement monitoring and alerting solutions to proactively identify and address potential issues in our application environments.
• Participating in Change Management: You'll be involved in data center and infrastructure change activities, ensuring smooth and efficient transitions.
• Contributing to Projects: You will participate and lead daily project work, focusing on changes and incident management.

Why Sydney, Australia?

Sydney is a global hub for finance and technology, offering a vibrant and dynamic environment for professionals in the fintech industry. As the largest city in Australia, Sydney boasts a thriving economy, a diverse culture, and a high quality of life. FIS's presence in Sydney provides you with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented colleagues, and advance your career in a world-class city. Sydney also offers excellent lifestyle benefits, including beautiful beaches, stunning harbor views, and a wide range of cultural and recreational activities.

Career Path

At FIS, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you will have the chance to expand your technical skills, deepen your knowledge of the financial services industry, and take on increasing levels of responsibility. Depending on your interests and career goals, you may have the opportunity to move into roles such as:

• Principal Site Reliability Engineer: Lead a team of SREs and drive strategic initiatives to improve the reliability and performance of our systems.
• SRE Architect: Design and implement scalable and resilient architectures to support our growing business.
• Engineering Manager: Manage a team of engineers and oversee the development and implementation of critical software solutions.
• Technical Lead: Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of engineers, ensuring the quality and consistency of our code.

Salary & Benefits

FIS offers a competitive salary and benefits package that is designed to attract and retain top talent. The estimated salary range for a Senior Site Reliability Engineer in Sydney, Australia is between $120,000 - $180,000 USD per year. This range is based on industry standards and the candidate's experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, FIS provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Wellness programs
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible work arrangements

FIS Culture

At FIS, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, and passionate. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage our employees to take risks, challenge the status quo, and continuously learn and grow. We believe in celebrating our successes and supporting each other through challenges. FIS is a place where you can make a real difference in the world of fintech.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Site Reliability Engineer with a passion for technology and a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Site Reliability Engineer position at FIS in Sydney, Australia. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What is Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)?
   SRE is a discipline that applies software engineering principles to infrastructure and operations. The goal of SRE is to improve the reliability, scalability, and performance of systems.
2. What are the key skills for a Site Reliability Engineer?
   Key skills for an SRE include automation, scripting, cloud computing, incident management, and monitoring.
3. What is the difference between SRE and DevOps?
   While there is overlap, SRE focuses on applying engineering principles to operations, while DevOps is a broader cultural and philosophical movement that emphasizes collaboration and automation across the entire software development lifecycle.
4. What is the role of automation in SRE?
   Automation is critical to SRE, as it enables engineers to reduce manual effort, improve efficiency, and prevent errors.
5. What is incident management?
   Incident management is the process of responding to and resolving incidents that disrupt the availability or performance of systems.
6. What is monitoring?
   Monitoring is the process of collecting and analyzing data about the performance and health of systems.
7. What is the importance of root cause analysis?
   Root cause analysis is the process of identifying the underlying cause of an incident or problem. It is essential for preventing future occurrences.
8. What is the cloud?
   Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence—over the Internet (“the cloud”) to offer faster innovation, flexible resources, and economies of scale.
9. What are some common SRE tools?
   Common SRE tools include Splunk, Dynatrace, Azure Monitoring, ServiceNow, and various scripting languages.
10. How does FIS support employee growth?
    FIS provides employees with opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within the company. We also encourage employees to take on new challenges and expand their skills.