Site reliability engineer

Welcome to your next career adventure as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and reliability of our client's systems, contributing to a company at the forefront of digital connectivity.

What you will be working on: 

• Design, develop and implement systems software that improves the stability, scalability, availability and robustness of our client's products and services -- now and for years to come;

• Develop patterns for automation, instrumentation etc., that can be reused across teams and products;

• Take ownership of several services and products;

• Automate instead of fixing operational issues manually;

• Develop and implement strategies for effective and proactive monitoring and observability of our systems;

• Lead outage response calls and participate in them to ensure quick resolution of issues, and minimize downtime, be an escalation contact for incidents;

• Triage and fix system issues in a complicated distributed landscape;

• Participate in an on-call rotation, including weekend or after-hours coverage;

• Oversee and continuously improve incident-response processes at our client;

• Advocate for engineering best practices across the company, mentor more junior engineers on automation and operational best practices;

• Contribute to the team's growth through interviewing and onboarding;

Our client, a prominent telecommunications provider, is dedicated to creating a digital world that is accessible to everyone. Here, you will collaborate with talented professionals and leverage cutting-edge technologies to make a meaningful impact. Your expertise will not just enhance system performance; it will also shape the future of telecommunications. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be part of a team that values your contributions.

In this role, you will join a leading telecommunications company with over 2000 employees, renowned for its mobile, fiber optic, and television services. This position allows you to work in an environment where your contributions matter. You will be part of a progressive brand that champions a human-centric approach to technology. Collaborating with diverse teams, you will engage in continuous learning, which fosters personal and professional growth. The company promotes a culture of optimism and innovation, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered. You will design and implement systems that enhance service stability and performance, making a real difference in the digital experiences of millions. Your work here will resonate far beyond the office walls, impacting how people connect and communicate daily.
 

You possess a strong technical background and a passion for system reliability. Ideal candidates bring their unique perspectives and skills to the team.

Here’s what we expect:

• Strong communication skills in Afrikaans and English

• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Proficiency in Linux and system administration

• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS

• Strong understanding of networking concepts

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and monitoring tools

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, along with relevant certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or ITIL Foundation will be beneficial.

• Responsibilities include designing and implementing software systems to enhance stability and availability, automating issue resolution, and leading incident response efforts.

Joining our client means accessing a wealth of benefits designed to support your professional journey and personal well-being.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Relocation package

• Great South African community waiting for you in the Netherlands

• Market-related salary and variable bonus scheme

• 30 vacation days (if you work for us full-time) and an extra day off

• after Ascension Day

• Redeemable holidays

• Commitment to an indefinite contract with our client

• Personal annual learning budget and over 200 digital training

• courses

• Workshops, learning weeks, annual ski trips, fun outings and parties

• Mentoring and coaching until you go over the payroll of our client

• Great on- and offline events to meet your fellow Globetrotters and

• learn about the Netherlands, hosted by Ir Olav's Globetrotters

• A pleasant working atmosphere, where you can be and stay yourself