Site Reliability Engineer II
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, the Site Reliability Systems Administrator II is responsible for improving system reliability and resilience. This role focuses on building automation to reduce manual effort and prevent service-impacting incidents. The SRE combines software and systems engineering to build and support large-scale, distributed, fault-tolerant systems. This role ensures that critical platforms are available, reliable, and able to support a fast rate of improvement. This role relies on monitoring platforms and is continually taking a holistic view of system health and performance. The SRE will enhance and support cloud-based transformations and is focused on pushing capabilities forward, staying ahead of customer needs, and innovating for continuous improvement. The SRE provides operational support and engineering for multiple large-scale distributed software applications.
JOB DUTIES
- Defines, designs, and administers network systems used for data communications and recommends improvements to problems of moderate scope.
- Responsible for making sure that the company network works.
- Manages the load configuration of a central data communication processor under limited guidance and makes some recommendations for the purchase or upgrade of data networks.
- Exercises some discretion in proposing and implementing network system enhancements (software and hardware updates).
- Serves as a point of contact for performance analysis, scalability, and service architecture/database administration issues.
- Coordinates equipment orders including terminals and cable installation, as well as upgrading, monitoring, testing, and servicing the database/systems.
- Helps to negotiate and place orders with common carriers.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and three (3) to five (5) years of related experience or an equivalent combination.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Intermediate knowledge of appropriate networks, products, and protocols
- Knowledge of Unix, Windows NT/2000/98, Internet Security, Oracle ERP, Distributed computing systems
- Knowledge of job associated database/software/documentation/programming languages/monitoring and version control tools.
- Troubleshooting skills
- Problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to Change Management processes.
- Ability to interface well with customers, end users, partners, and associates.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No
COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.
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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (3-5 years related experience)
- Intermediate knowledge of networks, products, and protocols
- Knowledge of Unix and Windows (NT/2000/98) operating systems
- Knowledge of Internet security principles and practices
- Experience with Oracle ERP
- Experience with distributed computing systems
- Familiarity with monitoring tools and version control systems
- Database and systems administration experience
- Troubleshooting and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to Change Management processes
- Ability to interface well with customers, end users, partners, and associates
Genuine Parts Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Genuine Parts Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Genuine Parts Company.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, with profit sharing and pension plans also mentioned. These elements indicate strong long-term financial support alongside ownership opportunities.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits encompass medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA and FSA options plus income-protection coverages like life, AD&D, and disability. This breadth suggests a robust core health and protection offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave are provided in addition to short‑term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program supports families with counseling and life tools. These programs reinforce family support alongside standard PTO.
Genuine Parts Company Insights
What We Do
Genuine Parts Company (GPC), founded in 1928, is a global service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. We serve hundreds of thousands of customers from a network of more than 10,000 locations in 14 countries and have approximately 50,000 employees.
