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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - **Company:** Metronome, LLC - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $185,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Reliability Engineering, Zero Trust Network Access, Secure Coding, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Scripting, Google Cloud, Delivery Pipeline, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Gitlab, Kubernetes, Terraform - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18017450?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18017450%2FSenior-Site-Reliability-Engineer-Sre-Ohio-Dayton ## About the Role * Deep, hands-on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience. * Senior-level experience in SRE, cloud/platform engineering, DevOps, software engineering, or a related discipline. Successful candidates will typically have approximately 10 years of relevant experience, though there is no strict years requirement. * Strong experience with Terraform, including modular infrastructure, GCP providers, and GCS backends. * Experience managing cloud infrastructure through CLI, Infrastructure as Code, and automated workflows. * Proficiency with Python or Go beyond basic scripting. * Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, system architecture, reliability, and security principles. * Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent professional experience. * Eligible to obtain or maintain required U.S. Government clearance/access. * Must have a CAC or be able to obtain one quickly to support the program. Desired Qualifications * Experience with GKE, Kubernetes, container hardening, GitLab, and zero-trust architectures. * Familiarity with DoD RMF and ATO environments. * Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Google Professional Cloud Architect, Terraform Associate, Security+, CKA, or similar certification. Certifications are preferred, not required. Strong hands-on GCP experience takes priority. ## Description Metronome is seeking a Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support AFRL's Google Cloud Platform environment. This engineer will help build, secure, maintain, and automate the GCP infrastructure supporting internal tools, prototype applications, and secure development and testing activities. This is a senior-level position where deep, hands-on Google Cloud Platform experience is the most important qualification. 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