Principal Site Reliability Engineer, Platform Engineering: Dedicated

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Site Reliability Engineer, Platform Engineering: Dedicated to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will help define the technical direction for a dedicated platform environment while shaping broader architecture strategy. The position is focused on improving resilience, failover, and tenant management through scalable platform engineering practices. You will partner closely with engineering teams to strengthen service ownership, reduce operational toil, and support a decentralized architecture model. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $223,200 – $380,400 annually Responsibilities Set the technical direction for the dedicated platform environment while shaping architecture strategy Lead platform transformation efforts in resilience, failover, and tenant management Drive scalable architecture that aligns with a decentralized cells strategy Enhance service ownership and operational maturity across engineering teams Identify systemic reliability risks using data and architectural insights Establish reusable automation and patterns to minimize operational toil Mentor senior engineers and guide complex technical decisions across teams Qualifications 5-7 years in Site Reliability, Platform, Infrastructure, or Backend Engineering at scale Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure, automation, and observability tools Strong programming skills in languages like Go, Ruby, or Python for production systems Expertise in distributed systems and system design principles Demonstrated technical leadership across multiple teams with a focus on complex initiatives Experience leading platform transformations and scalability efforts Excellent technical communication skills for mentoring and decision-making Benefits Benefits to support health, financial, and personal well-being Flexible Paid Time Off for work-life balance Programs for Team Member Resource Groups Equity compensation and employee stock purchase options A Growth and Development Fund for continuous learning Parental leave policy to support family needs Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.