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Senior Site Reliability Engineer II

A global leader in information and analytics, helping researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes through digital solutions and publications.
London, UKOxford, UK
Site Reliability
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Healthcare · Education

Description For Senior Site Reliability Engineer II

Elsevier, a global leader in information and analytics, is seeking a Senior Site Reliability Engineer II to join their dynamic team. This role combines software engineering principles with operations to manage large-scale, 24x7 distributed systems. The position focuses on designing and maintaining cloud platforms, particularly AWS-based infrastructure and Kubernetes clusters. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud-native architecture and automation.

The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while supporting Elsevier's mission of advancing science and improving healthcare outcomes. You'll be responsible for managing critical infrastructure, implementing DevOps practices, and ensuring system reliability across multiple regions. The position requires strong technical skills in areas like Kubernetes, AWS, Python, and infrastructure as code.

Elsevier offers a comprehensive benefits package including profit sharing, pension plans, and flexible working arrangements. The company promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and continuous learning. Working at Elsevier means joining a collaborative, diverse team that contributes to solving global challenges in science and healthcare.

The position is available in either London or Oxford, with flexible working arrangements. You'll be part of a company that combines traditional publishing heritage with modern analytics and technology to support research, healthcare, and education worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SRE professional looking to make a significant impact while working with enterprise-scale systems.

Last updated 17 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Site Reliability Engineer II

  • Design, deploy, and maintain highly available, scalable Kubernetes clusters on AWS EKS
  • Manage and optimize cross-portfolio cloud infrastructure using AWS services
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines for deployments, testing, and validation
  • Support multi-regional critical infrastructure
  • Monitor system health and perform root cause analysis
  • Mentor junior team members and promote best practices
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation and best practice guides

Requirements For Senior Site Reliability Engineer II

Python
Kubernetes
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, networking, security, storage, and operational best practices
  • Proven expertise with AWS services and architectural principles
  • Strong Python scripting skills for automation, tooling, and data processing
  • Experience with GitHub Actions and CI/CD workflows
  • Experience supporting highly available, multi-regional critical environments
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as NewRelic
  • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and incident management skills
  • Relevant certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, CKA, Terraform Associate) are a plus

Benefits For Senior Site Reliability Engineer II

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Annual Profit Share Bonus
  • Comprehensive Pension Plan
  • Home, office or commuting allowance
  • Generous vacation entitlement
  • Option for sabbatical leave
  • Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Family Care Leave
  • Flexible working hours
  • Internal communities and networks
  • Recruitment introduction reward

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