Site Reliability Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. With at least 2 years of experience in software development, you are well-versed in data structures and algorithms, and you have a strong foundation in one or more programming languages, particularly Java and Python. Your experience includes working with distributed systems, storage, or networking, and you have a knack for designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale systems. You possess excellent problem-solving skills and can communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

You thrive in a culture that values intellectual curiosity and openness. You enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and are eager to tackle complex challenges unique to Google Cloud. Your ability to debug and optimize code, along with your experience in automating routine tasks, makes you a valuable asset to any team. You are committed to ensuring that systems are reliable and performant, and you take pride in your work.

What you'll do

As a Site Reliability Engineer at Google, you will combine software and systems engineering to build and run large-scale, fault-tolerant systems. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that Google Cloud's services maintain reliability and uptime that meets customer needs. You will monitor system capacity and performance, and your software development efforts will focus on optimizing existing systems and building infrastructure. You will also automate routine tasks to eliminate unnecessary work, allowing your team to focus on more complex challenges.

You will participate in design reviews with peers and stakeholders, helping to decide among available technologies and ensuring that best practices are followed. Your role will involve triaging product or system issues, debugging, and tracking resolutions by analyzing the sources of issues and their impact on hardware, network, or service operations. You will have the opportunity to manage the complexities of scale that are unique to Google Cloud, using your expertise in coding, algorithms, and large-scale system design to drive improvements.

What we offer

At Google, you will be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. You will have access to a wealth of resources and support to help you grow in your career. Our culture promotes continuous learning and development, and you will have the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of technology. Join us in our mission to make information universally accessible and useful.