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Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Plano, TX · On-site

$54.50 - $72.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Location: Richmond, VA or Plano, TX Work Model: Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week Duration: Long term contract Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Site ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$54.75 - $72.75/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) When you join Atlanticus, you become a member of a fast-growing ... I-285, GA-400, and a free shuttle to MARTA. Work Culture We foster a collaborative, innovative ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$55.75 - $74/hr

I have an opportunity for a " Site Reliability Engineer " - Alpharetta, GA (Onsite). and I am looking for a candidate who can join Immediately if you are interested, reply to me with your updated ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Miami, FL · On-site

$54.50 - $72.50/hr

* SRE & Automation: 6-8 years of experience as a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) or DevOps Engineer with a heavy focus on building automation tools. * AI/LLM Integration: Must have experience (or ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

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Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Remote No sponsorship available. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. What You Will Do We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support the SBA ...

Site Reliability Engineer I

Arlington, TX · Hybrid

$51.25 - $68.25/hr

The Site Reliability Engineer under the general direction from the leadership will assist in the day-to-day tasks critical to the team's success. The position will be responsible for supporting cloud ...

Sr. Site Reliability Engineer I

Seattle, WA

$64.75 - $86.25/hr

Your Impact As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer within the APX SRE organization, you'll focus on delivering practical, scalable solutions to support the reliability and performance of our mission ...

Sr. Site Reliability Engineer I

Boston, MA · On-site

$62 - $82.25/hr

Your Impact As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer within the APX SRE organization, you'll focus on delivering practical, scalable solutions to support the reliability and performance of our mission ...

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How much do site reliability engineer i jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for site reliability engineer i in the United States is $63.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.81 and $72.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Site Reliability Engineer I?

To excel as a Site Reliability Engineer I, you need a foundational understanding of systems administration, networking, and programming, usually backed by a degree in computer science or related experience. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS or GCP), automation tools (like Ansible or Terraform), and monitoring solutions are typically expected, and certifications in these areas can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a proactive mindset help you collaborate with development teams and respond efficiently to incidents. These skills are vital for maintaining reliable, scalable, and high-performing systems that support business operations.

What are some common challenges faced by a Site Reliability Engineer I, and how can they be addressed?

As a Site Reliability Engineer I, you may frequently encounter challenges such as managing incidents under pressure, balancing proactive improvements with urgent operational tasks, and learning to automate repetitive processes. To address these, it's important to develop strong communication skills for effective incident response, prioritize tasks with guidance from senior engineers, and continuously learn about automation tools and monitoring technologies. Collaborating closely with development and operations teams also helps build context and confidence in solving complex reliability issues.

What is the difference between Site Reliability Engineer I vs Software Engineer?

AspectSite Reliability Engineer ISoftware Engineer
Primary FocusEnsuring system reliability, uptime, and performanceDesigning, developing, and maintaining software applications
Required SkillsBasic scripting, monitoring, troubleshootingProgramming, software design, coding
CertificationsOften entry-level certifications in cloud or LinuxVaries; often no specific certifications required
Work EnvironmentOperations, DevOps teams, cloud platformsDevelopment teams, software projects

Site Reliability Engineer I focuses on maintaining system stability and performance, often working closely with operations teams. Software Engineers primarily develop new software features and applications. While both roles require technical skills, SRE I emphasizes reliability and monitoring, whereas Software Engineers focus on coding and software design.

Are site reliability engineers in demand?

Yes, site reliability engineers are in high demand due to the increasing reliance on cloud infrastructure, automation, and system stability. Companies seek SREs with skills in scripting, monitoring tools, and cloud platforms to ensure reliable service delivery, making it a growing and competitive field.
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Infographic showing various Site Reliability Engineer I job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,583 per year, or $63.7 per hour.

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Plano, TX • On-site

IT America Inc
Software Development • 201 - 500 employees

$54.50 - $72.50/hr

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Job description

Position: Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Location: Richmond, VA or Plano, TX

Work Model: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week

Duration: Long term contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support cloud-native platforms and production systems for a large enterprise environment. This role will focus on ensuring high availability, reliability, performance, and scalability of mission-critical applications running on AWS.

Strong Preference: Former Capital One engineers. Candidates must be able to provide verifiable Capital One credentials and be eligible for rehire.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain highly reliable, scalable, and resilient systems in AWS
  • Monitor system health, performance, and availability using SRE best practices
  • Implement automation to reduce manual operational work
  • Troubleshoot production incidents and perform root cause analysis (RCA)
  • Develop and maintain scripts and tools to improve system reliability and efficiency
  • Partner with application development, platform, and infrastructure teams
  • Support on-call rotations and incident response as required
  • Enforce operational excellence, security, and compliance standards

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Former Capital One experience – HIGHLY preferred
  • Must provide credentials for rehire eligibility verification
  • Strong hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, EKS, Lambda, CloudWatch, IAM, etc.)
  • Python scripting experience strongly preferred
  • Bash or Shell scripting experience will also be considered
  • Experience with Linux-based systems and troubleshooting
  • Understanding of SRE concepts: SLIs, SLOs, error budgets, monitoring, and alerting
  • Experience supporting production environments at scale

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, CloudWatch)
  • Experience working in highly regulated enterprise environments