Site Reliability Engineer at Merck

Join Merck as their next Site Reliability Engineer and make an impact from day one. This is a fully remote-friendly position, giving you flexibility to work from anywhere.

About Merck

Merck & Co. develops and manufactures prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products.

About the Role

As a Site Reliability Engineer at Merck, you will design and maintain cloud infrastructure using infrastructure as code (terraform, cloudformation) while contributing to the team's objectives and broader company goals.

Merck is based in San Francisco, and this role offers remote flexibility. You will have the opportunity to work from home or any location with a reliable internet connection, while staying connected with your team through regular video calls and collaboration tools.

About the Team

You will join a team of 7 professionals working on devops projects. The team collaborates with cross-functional partners to deliver projects on time and maintain high standards of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
• Monitor system performance, reliability, and cost optimisation
• Manage container orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker
• Implement security best practices and compliance controls
• Respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive improvements

Requirements

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure automation
• Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or Go)
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)
• Understanding of networking, security, and identity management
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions)

What We Offer

• $141,709 – $163,337 per year


• Health and wellness benefits


• Retirement savings plans


• Paid time off and holiday schedule


• Learning and development opportunities


• Flexible working arrangements


• Employee wellness programs


• Team building activities

Benefits vary by location, employment type, and individual circumstances. Review the full job posting for complete details.

Career Growth

Merck supports professional growth through mentorship, learning budgets, and defined career paths. Team members are encouraged to develop new skills and take on increasing responsibility over time.

Location

This position is based in San Francisco. Remote work is available for this role, with flexibility to work from home or any location with a reliable internet connection.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make an impact at Merck, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application through the link below and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 5 business days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Site Reliability Engineer position at Merck remote?

Yes, this Site Reliability Engineer role at Merck offers remote work flexibility.

What is the salary range for this Site Reliability Engineer role?

The salary range for this position is USD 141,709 - 163,337 per year, depending on experience.

What qualifications are needed for this role?

Merck is looking for candidates with relevant experience and skills matching the requirements listed above. Entry-level and experienced candidates are both encouraged to apply where indicated.