Remote Site Reliability Engineer - Blockfrost

Description:

• IOG is a technology company focused on blockchain research and development, known for its scientific approach to blockchain development.
• The company emphasizes peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability.
• IOG's projects include the Cardano blockchain and other products in decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management.
• Blockfrost is an instant, highly optimized, public API as a Service that provides alternative access to the Cardano blockchain and related networks.
• The Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) role is crucial for ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of production systems.
• The SRE will design, write, and deliver tools and software using technologies such as Bash, Terraform, Nix, Haskell, or Rust.
• Responsibilities include engaging in the entire lifecycle of services, practicing sustainable incident response, collaborating with development teams, analyzing system performance, and participating in on-call rotations.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Nix, Bash, and Terraform for DevOps services is required.
• Extensive experience with cloud deployment using Terraform and Terranix is necessary.
• Familiarity with container orchestration is beneficial.
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and its deployment is essential.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Prometheus and Grafana is required.
• Solid troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities are necessary.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions and Nix is required.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills are essential.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with development teams and stakeholders are necessary.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to changing environments is required.
• High attention to detail to ensure system reliability and performance is essential.

Benefits:

• The position offers remote work flexibility.
• There is a laptop reimbursement program for employees.
• A new starter package is provided to buy hardware essentials such as headphones and monitors.
• Learning and development opportunities are available for professional growth.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) is offered to employees.