Explore Site Reliability Engineer Jobs

Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) help organizations keep digital services reliable, available, and performant. Combining software engineering with systems operations, they build and improve the infrastructure, automation, and processes that support production systems. Explore vetted Site Reliability Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Site Reliability Engineers Do

SRE responsibilities vary by company and product, but commonly include monitoring service health, responding to incidents, improving observability, automating operational work, and addressing the causes of outages. SREs collaborate with software and infrastructure teams to set reliability goals, manage service-level indicators and objectives, and balance system resilience with the pace of product development.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with Linux, networking, cloud platforms, distributed systems, and infrastructure as code. Programming and scripting skills—commonly in languages such as Python, Go, or Java—can help SREs automate tasks and build dependable tools. Familiarity with containers, orchestration platforms, CI/CD, monitoring, incident management, and security practices may also be valuable. Requirements differ by role, so review each listing for its specific qualifications.

Where SRE Careers Can Lead

Site Reliability Engineers work across technology companies and other organizations that depend on critical digital services. With experience, professionals may advance into senior or staff SRE roles, platform engineering, cloud infrastructure leadership, or engineering management. Career paths depend on an individual's strengths and an employer's structure.

Find Your Next Site Reliability Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, technologies, and compensation details to find Site Reliability Engineer opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.

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$190K - $267K *

Shape the future of app advertising by enhancing backend systems for conversion signals. Drive MMP integrations, SKAN processing, and App CAPI to ensure reliable app installs and in-app events for adv...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud security initiatives, shaping architecture, and driving security standards across AWS and GCP environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security con...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Join our Security Engineering team to shape Cloud Security architecture, drive initiatives across AWS and GCP, and enhance security controls. Collaborate with engineers to protect workloads and influe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$189K - $225K *

Shape the future of cloud security by leading architectural initiatives, enhancing security controls, and collaborating with engineering teams to mitigate risks across AWS and GCP environments, ensuri...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$189K - $225K *

Shape the future of Cloud Security by driving architectural initiatives and enhancing security across AWS and GCP environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement robust security measures...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Lead the evolution of Cloud Security architecture, driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security standards, enhance identity management, and protect...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $255K *

Advance cloud security by shaping architecture and driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with teams to enhance security controls, manage risks, and ensure secure cloud workloads while me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $255K *

Lead the charge in shaping Cloud Security architecture and strategy, driving initiatives across AWS and GCP environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security controls, ensuring robu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Elevate cloud security by shaping architecture and driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity management, secure workloads, and implement effective security con...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Transform cloud security by leading architectural initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security controls, manage identities, and ensure secure workloads, drivi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Lead the charge in shaping Cloud Security architecture, driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with teams to enhance security controls, protect workloads, and influence engineering practi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $210K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to develop large-scale infrastructure and systems. Collaborate on critical projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance user experiences and drive digital t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $185K *

Empower engineering teams by designing and implementing security controls that enhance system integrity and reduce risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to create secure-by-default solutions, enabling...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $242K *

Unlock the future of cloud security by leading architectural initiatives and enhancing security practices across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement robust security measures a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge managed AI security service, enhancing client visibility and response capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize platform deployment, pol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of pharmacy automation by architecting autonomous robotic systems. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring safety and performance while scaling solutions for real-world patient need...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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Unlock potential by leading security initiatives and shaping strategy. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance s...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join our team as a Principal Security Engineer, where you'll design and enhance security solutions, shape strategy, and lead initiatives to protect enterprise assets while mentoring junior engineers a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $198K *

Grow your career by leading a high-performing Site Reliability Engineering team, ensuring the stability and performance of digital platforms. Partner with cross-functional teams to drive automation, r...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your skills by architecting and delivering core components of our innovative cloud platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive high-performance solutions for real-time applications acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's innovating security processes by implementing automation and robustness in vulnerability management and supply chain security across cloud environments, ensuring safe and efficient...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $125K *

Transform engineering workflows by enhancing DevSecOps practices, integrating automated solutions, and optimizing developer experience. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and leverage AI...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Pioneer the reliability and performance of our AI platform by managing CI/CD pipelines, enhancing observability, and ensuring efficient incident response in a collaborative, multi-cloud Kubernetes env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $250K *

Advance our infrastructure by identifying and resolving inefficiencies, enhancing build systems, and optimizing workflows. Collaborate closely with engineers and the CTO to streamline processes, ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $260K *

Advance the reliability and performance of production infrastructure for AI products. Lead cloud architecture, incident response, and observability while optimizing costs and ensuring security in a fa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Site Reliability Engineer do?question toggle

    A Site Reliability Engineer applies software engineering and operations practices to improve the reliability, availability, and performance of production services. Typical work includes automation, monitoring, incident response, and preventing recurring issues.

  • What skills are commonly required for Site Reliability Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles ask for skills in programming or scripting, Linux, networking, cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, monitoring, and automation. Specific requirements vary by employer and seniority.

  • How is an SRE different from a DevOps Engineer?question toggle

    The roles overlap and titles vary by organization. SRE positions often emphasize measurable service reliability, incident response, and engineering solutions to operational challenges, while DevOps roles may focus more broadly on collaboration and delivery practices across development and operations.

  • Do Site Reliability Engineers need a degree?question toggle

    Some employers prefer a degree in computer science or a related field, while others emphasize relevant experience, technical skills, and demonstrated ability. Check the requirements in each job listing.

  • What is the typical salary for a Site Reliability Engineer?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, experience, company, and job scope. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation information.