Vol. 1 No. issue 10 ,Dec 2024 page 850-885 (2024): Cloud-Native SRE Strategies: Investigating SRE Practices Tailored for Cloud-Native Architectures and Microservices

Abstract

In today’s digital-first landscape, the adoption of cloud-native architectures and microservices has become a cornerstone for organizations aiming to achieve scalability, agility, and innovation. However, the dynamic and distributed nature of these systems presents unprecedented challenges for maintaining reliability, availability, and performance. This paper investigates Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices tailored specifically for cloud-native environments, focusing on their effectiveness in addressing these unique complexities.

Through a systematic literature review and analysis of 20 high-impact references, coupled with case studies of real-world implementations, this research synthesizes key insights into evolving SRE methodologies. Experimental validation is performed in Kubernetes-based environments using state-of-the-art SRE tools and techniques to ensure practical relevance and applicability.

The study proposes a comprehensive framework for cloud-native SRE, emphasizing enhancements in observability, automation, scalability, and incident management. This framework is validated by measuring key reliability metrics, including Mean Time to Detection (MTTD) and Mean Time to Recovery (MTTR), demonstrating significant improvements in operational efficiency. Furthermore, the paper highlights emerging trends such as the integration of Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) to address the increasing complexity of managing distributed systems.

The findings of this research offer actionable strategies for both practitioners and researchers, bridging the gap between theoretical advancements and practical implementation. The proposed framework enables organizations to build resilient, scalable, and reliable cloud-native systems while ensuring continuous delivery and operational excellence. By focusing on the synergy between SRE principles and cloud-native design, this study lays the groundwork for future innovations in reliability engineering tailored to modern software ecosystems.

Keywords: Site Reliability Engineering, Cloud-Native Architectures, Microservices, Observability, Automation, Scalability, Incident Management, Mean Time to Recovery (MTTR), Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps), Kubernetes.