Site Reliability Engineer for DNS4EU

Are you ready to help build and operate a DNS resolution service for 100 million users?

If the thought of this ambitious goal excites rather than intimidates you, then we want you on our team!

⭐How are we going to achieve this?

A Whalebone-led consortium was awarded an EU-commision funded project for building a pan-european DNS infrastructure in order to improve the Internet experience and help secure EU citizens. The plan is to onboard 100 Million everyday people by offering a cloud-based environment while at the same time cooperating with local service providers in order to bring the service as close to the users as possible and ensure the best possible user experience. More information about the project can be found here.

Are you up for the challenge? We’re looking for a seasoned and innovative Site Reliability Engineer for DNS4EU to help shape and implement this ambitious project.

💡 Why DNS4EU matters:

In a world where cybersecurity is more critical than ever, we believe in what our CTO Robert Šefr puts best: “Cybersecurity is a human right, not a privilege.” This is your chance to be at the heart of a project that has a massive societal impact while working with some of the most cutting-edge technologies and top-tier professionals in the industry.

🔍What will you do

• 30% Configure and maintain the DNS4EU cloud locations - understand their specifics, propose changes and improvements to enhance user experience and reachability
• 30% Troubleshoot problems - monitor the service availability, proactively identify issues, improve the tooling and operations
• 30% identify new cooperation opportunities. Collaborate with our Development, Product and Threat Intelligence teams as well as industry experts on DNS.
• 10% Have a product related idea you would like to try out? Do you love automation or writing technical documentation? Let’s do it.
  
  If you’re passionate about building world-class tech that scales to millions and solving some of the toughest challenges in cybersecurity, this is the role for you. Join us in shaping the future of the internet in Europe!
  

🚀 Requirements

• Linux Expertise: Advanced administrator-level knowledge of Linux (tcpdump, dig, curl).
• Network Administration: Strong skills in routing, switching, and firewalls (ping, mtr, traceroute).
• Communication and Presentation Skills: Confidence in sharing complex ideas clearly and effectively, especially in English.
• English Proficiency: Advanced level for effective communication.
• Traveling: Approximately twice per quarter (conferences and other industry events).

🎯Nice to have

• Internet Protocols Experience: 3-4+ years working with internet protocols (hands-on experience with BGP, HTTP, TLS or DNS).

• Experience with large-scale DNS (Resolvers or Authoritative) in deployment and operation

• Experience with telecommunications providers networks and ISP networks

• Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes

• Experience with Monitoring tools such as Grafana, Zabbix or similar

• Network security and protection against malware
  
  

🚀 Why Will you like to work with us?

• Join our team and enjoy flexible working hours, with remote working options.
• Make an Impact: Be part of a project that protects millions from malware and cyber threats globally.
• You'll have 20+5 vacation days, a rewarding financial package, performance bonuses, and the option to choose ESOP as a benefit.
• We value your input and encourage you to share your ideas directly with the CTO or CEO.
• We'll provide an open-ended full-time agreement, a laptop, and a cellphone.
• Our office is located in the Brno city-center.