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Brainbridge IT Staffing

Freelance Site Reability Engineer

Hybrid

Brussels, Belgium

Junior

Freelance

12-03-2026

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Skills

Python Go Bash Incident Response Monitoring Configuration Management Networking Linux Organization Prometheus Grafana Linux Administration

Job Specifications

We are looking for an Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support our client’s Engineering Chapter by ensuring the reliability, scalability, monitoring, and performance of their on‑premises services within the ERA product organization.

You will design and maintain observability platforms, optimize monitoring and automation, enforce security compliance, and collaborate closely with development and infrastructure teams to ensure uptime and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Design, maintain, and improve the monitoring infrastructure (Grafana, Prometheus/PromQL, OpenTelemetry, Elasticsearch).
Create custom dashboards, alerts, and visualization solutions for operational teams.
Implement distributed tracing and log aggregation to achieve end‑to‑end observability.
Define and maintain SLI/SLO frameworks and observability best practices.
Ensure security compliance of all on‑prem monitoring tools and environments.
Automate deployment and configuration management using Python, Bash, or Go.
Collaborate with development teams to support application instrumentation and telemetry quality.
Participate in 24/7 on‑duty rotations to guarantee uptime and rapid incident response.

Technical Requirements

The consultant should have expertise in:

Grafana, Prometheus (including PromQL), OpenTelemetry, Elasticsearch
Linux administration, networking, and on‑premises infrastructure security
Automation & scripting using Python, Bash, or Go
Monitoring/observability: 3+ years experience, including 2+ years with Grafana & Prometheus in production
Proven track record in on‑premises infrastructure and enterprise security practices
Ability to balance technical trade‑offs with business needs and ensure compliance

Profile

Experience in reliability engineering, monitoring, observability, or Linux-focused infrastructure roles
Strong operational discipline with a focus on MTTD/MTTR reduction
Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional engineering teams
Fluent in English (C1 minimum); German, French, or Dutch is a plus
Autonomous, structured, and skilled in managing multiple technical priorities
Analytical mindset with focus on automation, security, and performance optimization

Interested or know someone who fits? Let’s connect!

You will join a major Belgian player driving the energy transition, contributing to a sustainable, green, and reliable electricity infrastructure. Expect a diverse, inclusive environment with strong focus on well-being, collaboration, and technical excellence.

At Brainbridge, you will work at top enterprises based on your expertise and preferred way of working.

We cover the full IT landscape and match highly skilled freelance talent with impactful opportunities.

If you are dynamic, result-driven, and passionate about IT—

Join the Brainbridge success story and help build the future with us!

Looking forward to welcoming you to the world of Brainbridge!

About the Company

Finding the perfect match between talent and job has never been simple. For many companies, it is a challenge that only grows tougher in today's hyper-competitive market. With the rapid pace of technological innovation, IT professionals have become some of the most sought-after individuals across industries. This is where Brainbridge IT Staffing comes in. Since 1998, we've been the trusted bridge between IT experts and forward-thinking companies. For over 25 years, we've connected top-tier IT talent with organisations ready... Know more