Site Reliability Engineer – FinTech Infrastructure
Up to £120K + Equity + Benefits | Remote First (UK)
Plan A Digital are recruiting for an innovative FinTech company transforming connectivity and infrastructure for financial markets. We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to join a hands-on team and help maintain, scale, and automate critical systems that support high-performance trading and market operations.
The Role:
* Automate server and network provisioning across cloud (AWS/GCP) and on-site environments
* Enhance CI/CD processes for infrastructure and software deployments
* Liaise with hardware suppliers, telecom providers, and institutional clients
* Coordinate setup and distribution of employee devices for remote teams
* Foster a culture of automation, system reliability, and team ownership
Essentials:
* Practical coding experience in languages like Java or Python
* Familiarity with automation frameworks, e.g., Ansible
* Server provisioning (bare metal and cloud)
* Linux kernel configuration
* Networking fundamentals
* Bash scripting / automation
* Background in systems administration, network engineering, or both
* Solid grasp of networking, infrastructure, and configuration management
* Experience dealing with third-party vendors and procuring IT hardware
* Proactive, collaborative, and motivated to grow in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
* Understanding of authentication and identity protocols
* Exposure to Microsoft/Azure Active Directory
* Experience with high-availability databases (e.g., Postgres clustering/replication)
* Willingness to provide desktop support when required
Why This Role?
* Work with a skilled, collaborative team driving critical infrastructure
* Enjoy autonomy and responsibility in a remote-first setup
* Competitive salary, equity, and benefits