Site Reliability Engineer - GoLang Specialist

As a Site Reliability Engineer - GoLang Specialist at ZILO™, your main responsibilities will include collaborating with teams to diagnose and resolve system defects, implementing enhancements to improve functionality, and contributing to the design and deployment of our Go microservices. You'll also be tasked with monitoring system performance and proactively addressing issues, alongside developing automation tools for operational efficiency, ensuring 24/7 system availability, and documenting processes for knowledge sharing.

To qualify for the Site Reliability Engineer - GoLang Specialist position at ZILO™, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. You will need proven experience in software development, a solid understanding of Go programming, microservices architecture, and hands-on experience with AWS and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

At ZILO™, you'll enjoy a flexible working environment that values work-life balance, allowing you the option to work from home or in our London office. We promote a collaborative culture where every team member drives progress. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our rich benefits package, which includes private health care, life assurance, and a supportive employee assistance program.

Success in the Site Reliability Engineer - GoLang Specialist role at ZILO™ requires strong proficiency in Go programming and a solid grasp of microservices architecture. Additional skills include experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems like Git, and familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus and Grafana. Effective problem-solving and strong communication abilities will also be critical to collaborating and making informed decisions.

As a Site Reliability Engineer - GoLang Specialist at ZILO™, you will have excellent growth opportunities through our commitment to training and development. You’ll have access to resources that enhance your skills, along with the chance to work on innovative projects that challenge you. Our flexible work policies and culture of global mobility further allow for personal growth and exposure to various aspects of the technology landscape.

Certainly! The role of a Site Reliability Engineer - GoLang Specialist involves ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of systems while collaborating with development teams. You'll be responsible for identifying issues within the platform using monitoring tools and proactively implementing changes to enhance system functionality.

I have extensive experience working with Go programming languages, focusing on developing resilient microservices. I have leveraged Go's concurrency features to build efficient, scalable services that meet performance requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements frequently.

I believe in a proactive approach to monitoring system performance using tools like Prometheus or Grafana to establish metrics and alerts. Setting up dashboards to visualize system health helps me quickly identify and remediate any issues before they escalate.

In a previous role, I was faced with a sudden system outage affecting critical services. I worked with the operations team to identify the root cause through log analysis, and we implemented a hotfix that restored functionality. Afterward, I documented the incident to improve our response strategy for future occurrences.

I've extensively used CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitLab CI to automate our deployment processes. Integrating CI/CD into our workflow streamlines code integration and delivery, ensuring high-quality deployments with minimal downtime.

During on-call duties, I prioritize maintaining a calm demeanor to effectively address incidents. I follow escalation protocols to ensure rapid response while keeping detailed documentation for post-incident reviews, which helps us improve our processes.

I believe in setting aside regular time to address technical debt through refactoring and optimizations. Keeping documentation up-to-date is also crucial, ensuring we have a clear understanding of system architecture and the impact of previous decisions.

I foster open communication with development teams through regular meetings to discuss reliability goals. By sharing insights on incidents and encouraging best practices in coding, we cultivate a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.

Automation is essential in streamlining operational processes. I focus on creating scripts and tools that alleviate manual processes, allowing our team to respond to incidents faster and reduce human error across deployments.

I'm excited about the opportunity at ZILO™ because of its commitment to innovative technology and the collaborative culture that promotes personal growth. I want to contribute my skills in Go and SRE in a forward-thinking environment where I can truly make an impact.