Job Description

Nexthink is the leader in digital employee experience management software. The company provides IT leaders with unprecedented insight allowing them to see, diagnose and fix issues at scale impacting employees anywhere, with any application or network, before employees notice the issue. As the first solution to allow IT to progress from reactive problem solving to proactive optimization, Nexthink enables its more than 1,200 customers to provide better digital experiences to more than 15 million employees. Dual headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland and Boston, Massachusetts, Nexthink has 9 offices worldwide.

Job Description

Nexthink is looking for a  Site Reliability Engineer who is passionate about building and running a high-performance cloud platform and enabling best-in-class site reliability and operations practices. This role will support US-based operations generally, but will in addition focus on enabling Nexthink to deliver to the US Public Sector market, in particular a FedRAMP Moderate offering. The candidate will implement modern, cloud-native SRE processes and the management and operations for Nexthink’s multi-tenant, microservices-based cloud platform. The platform has multiple instances deployed across the globe.

This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability and security into our systems, ensuring they meet federal security standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both software engineering and systems administration, with a strong understanding of FedRAMP concepts, requirements and security practices.

Infrastructure Management:

• Oversee the design, deployment, and management of scalable and secure cloud infrastructure.
• Drive automation of infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.

Monitoring and Performance:

•  Develop and maintain comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure high availability and performance.
•  Lead efforts in performance tuning and optimization for applications and infrastructure.

S ecurity and Compliance:

• Ensure implementation and maintenance of security controls and best practices to achieve FedRAMP compliance.
•  Conduct and oversee regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.
•  Collaborate with the compliance team to prepare for and respond to FedRAMP audits.

Incident Management:

• Lead incident management efforts, ensuring rapid resolution and thorough root cause analysis.
• Develop and implement strategies for improving incident response and minimizing downtime.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to integrate reliability and security into the software development lifecycle.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on system performance, reliability, and compliance status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in site reliability engineering, DevOps, or a related role.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native services.
• Strong scripting and programming skills (Python, Bash, Go, or similar).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CrossPlane, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
•  Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub, etc.).
•  In-depth knowledge of FedRAMP requirements and best practices.
•  Experience with security tools and practices (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls).
•  Understanding of network security, encryption, and secure software development practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with and foster effective communication with engineering and SRE teams in EU and India timezones.
• Excellent communication skills in English

Additional Information

We are the pioneers and trailblazers of a global IT Market Category (DEX) that is shaping the future of how the world works, giving our customers’ IT Teams total digital visibility across their enterprise. Our innovative solutions integrate real-time analytics, automation, and employee feedback across all endpoints. This enables our IT teams to solve complex technical challenges, create ever more productive workplaces, and deliver happy, satisfied employees in the digital workplace.

With over 1000 employees across 5 continents, Nexthink operates as One Team, connecting, collaborating and innovating to continuously grow. We call our employees ‘Nexthinkers’ and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity is second to none. We currently have over 75 nationalities working with us, from all cultures and backgrounds, speaking many different languages.

If you are looking for a change and like a nice atmosphere, lots of challenges, and having fun while working, this is a great opportunity for you! Check what we offer:

• Permanent Contract and a competitive compensation package (including stock options).
• Very good location next to the Prilly-Malley train station.
• Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work, with a structured approach for new hires to foster connections and onboarding.
• ️ Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 25 days of holidays we offer) plus 3 company-paid volunteer days.
• Free access to a fitness centre inside the building.
• Reimbursement of the half-fare travel card for public transport. 
• ‍ Reimbursement up to 50% of the cost of French classes.
• Fresh fruit, cookies, and soft drinks as well. 
•  Regular company and team events like Voluntary Days, Pizza talks, Team Building activities, hosting Meetups at the office and more!
• Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.
• We offer a relocation package to people who are coming from another country.

Please note that not all the benefits listed above are available for temporary, contract, and internship roles. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information, we recommend checking with your Recruitment Partner.

Total Rewards @ Nexthink

At Nexthink, we offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans. Your total rewards compensation package includes base salary and may also include a commission or performance bonus plan, as well as equity. We provide our US employees with 100% covered company benefits that consist of health, dental, vision as well as access to life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death/personal loss coverage. 

In addition, we offer: 

• ️ Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 15 days of holidays we offer), 11 company-paid holidays, and 3 extra days for volunteering.
• Hybrid work model that balances office and remote work, with structured onboarding to foster connections and team integration.
• Free access to professional training platforms to explore your interests and enhance your skills.
• Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents/primary caregivers, 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• Plan for the future with a 401(k) plan featuring up to 4% company matching contributions, vesting immediately, to grow your retirement savings.
• Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.

Base salary ranges are determined by country, role, level, experience, and skills . The range displayed on each job posting reflects Nexthink’s good faith determination of the minimum and maximum targets for new hire salaries across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by related factors, including job skills, experience, and relevant education or training, which may impact a final offer. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

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