SRE Lead (Pioneer Team)
An exciting opportunity for an experienced SRE Lead to drive service reliability, automation, and operational excellence in a cloud-based environment. This role focuses on ensuring high availability, reducing incident response times, optimizing infrastructure security, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in cloud platforms, containerization, and release management while leading a high-performing SRE team.
Key Skills: Site Reliability Engineering, Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation), CI/CD Pipelines, Automation, Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), Incident Management, Security & Compliance, Team Leadership
What you'll do:
- Ensure 99.99% uptime by driving service reliability and capacity planning.
- Automate deployments, reduce manual toil, and standardize CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure.
- Manage incident response processes, root cause analysis, and disaster recovery plans.
- Enforce security standards to achieve compliance and prevent critical incidents.
- Lead and mentor the SRE team while embedding reliability into the SDLC and influencing architectural decisions.
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 8+ years of experience in DevOps or SRE roles.
- Expertise in scripting/programming (Bash, Python, Go) and configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef).
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), IaC tools (Terraform/CloudFormation), and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of networking principles, cloud architecture, and site reliability engineering practices.
- Advanced certifications in cloud technologies are a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset for continuous improvement.
What sets this company apart:
Be part of a pioneering team at a government joint venture fintech company revolutionizing financial services for the public. Combining the agility of a tech startup with the stability of government support, this organization drives financial inclusion and digital transformation through cutting-edge technologies. Join a purpose-driven team dedicated to solving complex challenges and making a meaningful impact on society while redefining the future of financial services for public.
What's next:
Ready for a career that skyrockets your professional development? Apply now!
Apply today by sending your latest CV to Eugene.Lim@robertwalters.com.my !
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Tech & Transformation
Focus: Cloud and DevOps
Industry: IT
Salary: MYR20,000 - MYR30,000 per month + Market Aligned & Great Benefits
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Kuala Lumpur
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 3WZ8WO-3A8C21D1
Date posted: 26 January 2026
Consultant: Eugene Lim
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