FAQs
What are the key responsibilities of an SRE at Virtusa?
The key responsibilities include monitoring and managing application performance, incident management and root cause analysis, collaborating with development teams, automating routine tasks, managing cloud infrastructure as code, application performance tuning, building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, capacity planning, and creating documentation.
What qualifications are required for the SRE position?
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience is required, along with 2+ years of experience in an SRE or DevOps role, experience with cloud platforms, proficiency in scripting languages, and a strong understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies.
What tools and technologies should I be familiar with for this role?
Familiarity with tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog for monitoring, Docker and Kubernetes for containerization, CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitLab CI, and cloud infrastructure management tools like Terraform is important.
Will there be an on-call rotation for after-hours support?
Yes, there will be an on-call rotation for after-hours support as needed.
Is experience with database management important for this role?
Yes, experience with database management systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB is considered a nice-to-have qualification.
Does Virtusa prioritize professional development?
Yes, Virtusa values professional and personal development and is committed to the growth of its employees by providing exciting projects and opportunities.
Are there specific scripting languages that are preferred for this role?
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and Bash is preferred for automating routine tasks.
What is the company culture like at Virtusa?
The company culture at Virtusa emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and a supportive environment that fosters new ideas and excellence.
Are there opportunities for growth within the SRE role at Virtusa?
Yes, Virtusa provides opportunities for professional growth and exposure to state-of-the-art technologies throughout your career.
Does Virtusa have a diversity and inclusion policy?
Yes, Virtusa is founded on principles of equal opportunity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other bases as covered by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.