Systems Engineering Lead (Lead Ops Engineer) at Remitly

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
N/AIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Proven experience (3-5 years) in a leadership role, with a focus on infrastructure and hosting operations
  • Strong technical expertise in cloud technologies (AWS) and services, with hands-on experience in managing cloud infrastructure (2-3 years)
  • Service Delivery Management Experience (service level management driving problem management and operational efficiencies)
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams / enterprise stakeholder management
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing technical challenges
  • Nice to have: Experience working in agile development environments and familiarity with agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
  • Nice to have: Automation Background
  • Nice to have: Any AWS Certification
  • Nice to have: ITIL certification
  • Nice to have: Security and Compliance: Knowledge of security best practices and experience in implementing and maintaining security controls to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (vulnerability and patch management)

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and direction for operational support teams, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and effective communication with stakeholders
  • Establish and maintain service level agreements (SLAs) for operational support activities, and continuously monitor and improve support processes
  • Implement and optimize monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to facilitate proactive issue detection and resolution
  • Lead and inspire the infrastructure team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure the successful execution of projects and initiatives
  • Establish incident management processes and procedures to ensure timely response and resolution of incidents impacting cloud services
  • Define incident severity levels, escalation paths, and communication protocols to effectively manage incidents of varying impact and urgency
  • Lead incident response efforts during major incidents, coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders to mitigate impact and restore service
  • Develop and maintain a major incident response plan outlining roles, responsibilities, and procedures for responding to and resolving major incidents
  • Conduct regular tabletop exercises and simulations to test the effectiveness of the major incident response plan and identify areas for improvement
  • Lead post-incident reviews and root cause analyses to identify systemic issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  • Implement comprehensive monitoring and observability solutions to gain insights into the health, performance, and availability of cloud infrastructure and services
  • Utilize monitoring tools and platforms (New Relic) to collect, analyze, and visualize metrics, logs, and traces
  • Establish and maintain robust monitoring and alerting mechanisms to ensure the timely detection and resolution of issues in our hosting environment
  • Monitor and analyze cloud infrastructure performance metrics to identify bottlenecks and areas for optimization
  • Implement performance tuning strategies to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of cloud-based applications and services
  • Work closely with development teams to optimize application performance and resource utilization in the cloud environment
  • Conduct trend analysis on system performance, incidents, and operational metrics to identify patterns, anomalies, and areas for improvement
  • Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to processes and systems
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to derive insights from data and drive data-driven decision-making to optimize processes and enhance system reliability
  • Documentation

Skills

AWS
Cloud Infrastructure
Incident Management
Service Level Agreements
Monitoring
Logging
Alerting
Automation
Agile
Scrum
Kanban
ITIL
Security
Vulnerability Management
Patch Management

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$423.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend
Office Culture
Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves
DEI Learning Opportunities
Community Engagement
Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.
AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.
The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.
Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.
AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.
Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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