https://onecontact.com.mk/job/detail/remote-senior-site-reliability-engineer-sre-microsoft-technologies

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Architect and manage scalable infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, utilizing services such as Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, and Logic Apps.
• Optimize the use of Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Maintain and improve the availability, reliability, and performance of cloud and on-premises environments.
• Develop, implement, and manage patching strategies for Windows environments, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Perform regular system upgrades, apply security patches, and troubleshoot issues in production environments.
• Design and manage rollback strategies for all patches and updates to ensure seamless recovery in case of failures.
• Create detailed incident response and disaster recovery plans to maintain service continuity.
• Work with development teams to ensure that microservice-based applications are performant, resilient, and scalable.
• Monitor the health of microservices and troubleshoot issues related to containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Automate repetitive tasks such as environment monitoring, scaling, and patch management using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and other automation tools.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts using tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates or Terraform.
• Set up proactive monitoring solutions using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and third-party tools like Splunk or New Relic.
• Respond to critical incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term fixes to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate closely with software developers, DevOps engineers, and IT teams to build resilient and maintainable solutions.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering or a related role focused on Microsoft technologies.
• Preferred Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert and ITIL Certification or equivalent
• Proven expertise in managing and troubleshooting Windows Server environments and Azure-based infrastructure.
• Experience with microservices architecture and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) in production environments.
• Advanced proficiency in .NET, C#, and SQL Server (2016-2019).
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure services, including Virtual Machines, AKS, App Services, Azure DevOps, and storage solutions like Azure Blob Storage and Azure SQL.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or equivalent.
• Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, App Insights, or equivalent) and logging systems (e.g., Splunk).

What We Offer

• 100% Remote Work, Hiring from: North Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, and Brazil.
• Paid Overtime as needed
• Opportunity To Learn & Develop New Skills
• An Open & Collaborative Work Environment
• Generous Compensation based on Industry Standards + Benefits
• Working Hours: 9am - 5pm EST