Site Reliability Engineer vs Systems Administrator salary
In Brazil, a site reliability engineer earns about 79% more than a systems administrator — $77,667 vs $43,431 per year.
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Site Reliability Engineer$77,667/yr
- Monthly
- $6,476
- Hourly
- $37
- Range
- $48,302–$113,546
- 10-yr outlook
- +22%
Pay range, side by side
| Percentile | Site Reliability Engineer | Systems Administrator |
|---|---|---|
| Entry (10th) | $48,302 | $30,147 |
| 25th | $62,994 | $36,779 |
| Median | $77,667 | $43,431 |
| 75th | $95,607 | $51,550 |
| Senior (90th) | $113,546 | $59,669 |
National Brazil figures in BRL. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does a site reliability engineer or systems administrator earn more in Brazil?
- A site reliability engineer earns more, at about R$ 397.000 per year vs R$ 222.000 for a systems administrator — roughly 79% (R$ 175.000) more.
- What is the salary range for these roles in Brazil?
- A site reliability engineer typically earns R$ 246.900–R$ 580.400, while a systems administrator earns R$ 154.100–R$ 305.000 per year.
- How much do these jobs pay per month in Brazil?
- On a monthly basis before tax, a site reliability engineer averages about R$ 33.100 and a systems administrator about R$ 18.500.
- How do entry-level salaries compare?
- At the 10th percentile in Brazil, a site reliability engineer earns about R$ 246.900 while a systems administrator earns about R$ 154.100 per year.
- How do senior-level salaries compare?
- At the 90th percentile in Brazil, a site reliability engineer earns about R$ 580.400 while a systems administrator earns about R$ 305.000 per year.
- Are site reliability engineer and systems administrator similar careers?
- Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.