Site Reliability Engineer III (Python Experience)

Overview

Our client is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer III with 2-3+ years experience in Python to help transform their global Network Services function. In this role, you'll design and build automation tools, develop full-stack applications, and drive greater efficiency across one of the world's largest exchange network infrastructures. Working in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with Kubernetes, you'll play a key role in building scalable, self-healing systems that improve reliability and reduce manual effort. You'll be part of a diverse, international team spanning the US, UK, India, and Singapore, collaborating to deliver secure, resilient, and high-performing network services.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain self-service and automation tools to streamline IT operations.
• Deliver full-stack solutions, combining responsive front-end interfaces with scalable back-end services.
• Design, deploy, and scale microservices in GCP (GKE).
• Manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform).
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs with Flask (or similar frameworks).
• Troubleshoot Linux environments and work primarily in VS Code.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Work within Agile Scrum teams, using Jira and Bitbucket for collaboration.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills to deliver high-quality, on-time solutions.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' hands-on Python development experience, ideally with automation or tooling projects.
• Experience with Flask and Django frameworks.
• Familiarity with network fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs); network automation a plus.
• REST API development experience (Flask or similar).
• Some front-end exposure (JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery) is helpful.
• Skilled in Terraform, Linux, and VS Code.
• Strong grounding in coding best practices (PEP8, SOLID, SDLC, CI/CD).
• Excellent communicator who can simplify complex technical concepts.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Education: A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields is preferred; equivalent experience is also valued.

Benefits

• Bonus and equity programmes
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Private medical, dental, and mental health support
• Group pension plan, life assurance, income protection
• Cycle-to-work and EV car schemes
• Gym membership
• Family leave provisions
• Education assistance (degrees and certifications)
• Hybrid working model