Job Title: Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Location: Remote (US or Bulgaria)

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Director of Engineering

About the Company

SkySQL, Inc. is transforming the way businesses manage data in the cloud. As a cutting-edge Multi-Cloud Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) provider, we specialize in managing MariaDB database systems with continuous availability, autonomous operation, and serverless capabilities. Our mission is to deliver a seamless, scalable, and intuitive database experience for modern cloud-native applications.

We’re a fast-moving, globally distributed company that values innovation, pragmatism, and technical excellence. Join us in shaping the next generation of data platforms

About the Team:

We’re a distributed team of engineers working across the US, Bulgaria, and India. 

About the Role:

We’re seeking a Senior Site Reliability Engineer to join our platform engineering team and take ownership of the reliability, scalability, and automation of our SkySQL services.

As a Senior SRE, you will:

• Design, implement, test and support production-grade infrastructure in multi-cloud environments.

• Work as part of a broader team  to ensure the right and best product gets built.

• Own our Kubernetes-based platform and GitOps workflows.

• Operate, maintain, and evolve our infrastructure monitoring systems using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Thanos, and Cortex.

• Drive infrastructure as code practices using Terraform, Helm, and ArgoCD.

• Leed automation and leverage AI tools (e.g., LLM-based assistants, incident summarization, log triage) to improve observability, resolution speed, and operational efficiency.

• Proactively address system reliability and performance.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 7+ years of total experience in software engineering Developer, DevOps, or SRE roles.

• 5+ years of experience working with production infrastructure in cloud-native environments.

• Solid experience running Kubernetes in production

• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Helm) and GitOps (ArgoCD).

• Strong expertise in observability: Prometheus, Grafana, Thanos/Cortex.

• Experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, GCP, Azure); multi-cloud exposure preferred.

• Strong scripting/coding skills in Go, Python, or Bash.

• Proficiency with Linux systems, networking concepts, and CI/CD workflows.

• Familiarity with cloud-native AI tooling (e.g., AI observability assistants, LLM-based automations, incident chat summarizers, etc.)

HELPFUL SKILLS 

• Experience with MariaDB/MySQL or other relational databases.

• Certifications in Kubernetes, GCP, AWS, Azure, or related networking.

• Experience contributing to or leveraging CNCF projects.

• Experience supporting a DBaaS, PaaS, or IaaS platform.

PERSONAL SKILLS 

• Excellent technical communication skills, the ability to elaborate complex technical concepts and collaborate effectively with fellow engineers. 

• Language requirement: English, our corporate language. 

• Problem-solving mindset. 

• A passion for high quality software and ability to work with a small team in a distributed company. 

LOCATION 

 Remote,  US or Bulgaria 

 WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 

• The opportunity to work on a modern, multi-cloud DBaaS platform.

• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in cloud infrastructure, AI, and observability.

• Work with a passionate global team in a fast-paced and flexible environment.

• 25 days of paid annual leave.

• Highly competitive compensation.

• A culture that encourages autonomy, ownership, and continuous learning.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application along with your resume/CV​.

SkySQL Inc. does not sponsor work visas or relocation.