Site Reliability Engineer

Overview

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Maintain and enhance the reliability, availability, and performance of Navy Federal's systems and services by implementing best practices and collaborating with development teams to ensure smooth operations. Design and implement reliable, fault-tolerant systems, as well as monitor and automate tasks to ensure system stability and efficiency. Work independently to interpret and develop solutions to complex business challenges that have a significant impact on the function or branch. Specialized skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques. Recognized as an expert in own area within the company.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement reliable, scalable, and highly available systems.
• Analyze and evaluate complex variable factors to develop optimal reliability solutions.
• Automate tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error.
• Ensure systems are operating within established performance and reliability metrics.
• Monitor, maintain and improve system performance, availability, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex problems related to system reliability and performance.
• Assist in leading collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability best practices.
• Assist with the development and enhancement of practices, procedures, and instructions
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders; work with senior management on complex issues
• Lead medium to large projects and initiatives
• Mentor lower level staff

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in site reliability engineering
• Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
• Advanced knowledge of system monitoring, incident response, and automation tools.
• Significant experience with SRE principles and practices.
• Significant experience with software development or site reliability engineering.
• Advanced programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Advanced knowledge of incident response and managing production issues.
• Advanced communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Additional Information

Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
• 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
• 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

About Us

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks. Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion. * FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For 2026 * Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs 2025 * Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT 2026 * Most Loved Workplace - America's Top Most Loved Workplaces 2025 * 2025 PEOPLE Companies That Care * Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026 * Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers * Forbes 2026 America's Best Large Employers * Forbes 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads * Forbes 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers * 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence * Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025 * 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award * Newsweek America's Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging and Community 2026 From Fortune Magazine. 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For are registered trademarks of Fortune Media IP Limited and are used under license. Fortune Magazine, Fortune Media (USA) Corporation, and its affiliates are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union. Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law. Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status. Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site. Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process. Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.