Site Reliability Engineer

About this role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join our government client technology team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who is passionate about automation, cloud technologies, system reliability, and continuous improvement. As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, availability, performance, and scalability of critical AWS-based platforms that support websites, identity services, and backend APIs. You will collaborate closely with development and infrastructure teams to improve operational efficiency, drive automation initiatives, and deliver highly resilient services. Key Responsibilities • Support and maintain critical cloud-based platforms and services hosted in AWS. • Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline operational processes and improve system reliability. • Monitor system performance, availability, and health using monitoring and alerting tools. • Investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventative measures. • Ensure the ongoing reliability, scalability, and availability of websites, identity services, and backend APIs. • Document operational procedures, system configurations, and support processes. • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. • Assist with system administration, cloud infrastructure support, and networking activities. • Contribute to a culture of operational excellence, innovation, and knowledge sharing. About You To be successful in this role, you will bring: • Experience in programming and scripting, with a focus on developing automation solutions. • Strong experience supporting cloud services, system administration, and networking environments. • Hands-on experience with monitoring, alerting, and operational support tools. • Proven ability to automate manual processes and improve platform reliability and efficiency. • Experience supporting business-critical AWS environments and services. • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with experience conducting root cause analysis. • Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to think strategically. • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams. • A commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying current with emerging technologies. What You'll Bring • A proactive and customer-focused approach to service reliability. • A passion for automation and operational excellence. • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. • A continuous improvement mindset and a desire to build resilient, scalable systems. Why Join Us? • Work with modern cloud technologies and AWS services. • Contribute to high-impact platforms supporting critical business operations. • Join a collaborative and supportive team environment. • Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and career development. • Make a tangible impact on the reliability and performance of services used every day. Apply today! Interviews to commence Immediatley Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application. DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs. By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.