Cloud Site Reliability Engineer

Job Title:

Cloud Site Reliability Engineer

Location:

Bangalore

Experience:

6 – 10 years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Cloud Site Reliability Engineer

to lead initiatives for deploying and managing applications in the cloud. The role involves driving a DevOps culture, mentoring team members, and defining best practices for infrastructure-as-code and automation to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure application delivery.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of cloud-native applications on AWS.
• Drive the adoption of DevOps culture, mentoring teams and implementing best practices for automation and CI/CD.
• Manage and maintain Kubernetes clusters (AWS EKS) and deploy applications using Helm charts.
• Build and manage Docker images and Docker Compose environments for application delivery.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform for scalable infrastructure provisioning.
• Design, build, and manage CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins, ensuring efficient and reliable software releases.
• Monitor application health, performance, and availability using CloudWatch, Datadog, and Splunk Cloud.
• Develop automation scripts and tools in Python or shell scripting to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams following Agile/Kanban methodologies to ensure smooth delivery cycles.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of microservices-based applications in AWS.
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to defining and maintaining logging, monitoring, and alerting best practices across environments.
  

Years Of Experience

6 to 9 years of relevant experience

Educational Qualification & Certifications (Optional)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) – preferred.
• Kubernetes or Cloud Native certifications (e.g., CKA, CKAD) – a plus.
• DevOps/CI/CD tool certifications (e.g., Jenkins, Terraform, Docker) – optional but desirable.
• Linux/Unix certifications – optional.
  

Must-Have

Skill Set Required:

AWS (EKS, EC2, S3, IAM), Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins, Linux/Unix, Python, Git, Monitoring (CloudWatch, Datadog, Splunk)

Nice-to-Have

Multi-account AWS, CDN (Akamai), Agile/Kanban, Automation mindset, Strong communication

About SMC Squared

At SMC Squared, people are the foundation of our success. We help leading US and multinational companies accelerate digital transformation by building and managing Global Capability Centres with fully integrated, strategically aligned, and valued teams. Our people-first approach creates opportunities for talented professionals to grow, contribute, and thrive, while enabling organizations to scale intelligently.As part of Hexaware Technologies—a global leader in IT, BPO, and consulting—we deliver greater value through enhanced digital capabilities, automation platforms, and a shared commitment to people-centric transformation. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work makes a global impact, and your career can reach new heights.Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work has a global impact, and your career can reach new heights.

EEO Statement

SMC Squared is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.If you are a creative individual with a passion for design and a drive to contribute to impactful projects, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.