DevOps Engineer
Company Description
PSI is a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) with 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Originated in Switzerland, PSI is a privately owned, full-service CRO with a global reach, supporting clinical trials across multiple countries and continents. Our reputation for being highly selective about the projects we undertake highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality, timely services across a broad spectrum of therapeutic indications. At PSI, we foster an environment where a diverse range of colleagues feel welcomed and valued. Our inclusive culture is a cornerstone of our success, enabling us to attract and retain top talent globally. We are not just about conducting clinical trials; we are about building a community where every team member has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.
Job Description
In this role, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes across multiple environments.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot system issues using logs, diagnostics, and monitoring tools Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell and Bash Design and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment Configure and maintain web servers (IIS) and support application hosting environments Deploy, manage, and scale applications in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Build and maintain Docker images, Docker files, and containerized environments Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and observability solutions (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, etc.) Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth release cycles and reliable deployments Contribute to improving system architecture and adopting best DevOps practices
Qualifications
BSc/BA in computer science, software engineering or relevant discipline Full working proficiency in English At least 3 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer Windows and Linux administration skills Solid understanding of system internals, troubleshooting, and log analysis Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, load balancing, and SSL/TLS Proficiency with Git (branching, merging, rebasing) and modern workflows Experience with Azure DevOps and building CI/CD pipelines Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS)Helm and cert-manager are a plus Familiarity with container registries Experience managing IIS (Nginx/Tomcat is a plus) Working knowledge of MS SQL for support and diagnostics Programming/scripting:Required: .NET (C# / ASP.NET) for understanding application build and deployment processes Preferred: Node.js to enable development of extensions for Azure DevOps Nice to have: Python or Go for creating supporting tools and scripts Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Zabbix) Understanding of modern architectures: monolith, microservices, event-driven, serverless Additional Information Stable, privately-owned company, organically growing since 1995 Opportunities to work remotely in Latvia Intensive induction program, technical and industry-related trainings for an optimal start and continuous development Diverse projects that include but are not limited to web and desktop apps, ERP system, BPM system, document management system and more Friendly and supportive atmosphere in a committed team International environment, with colleagues around the world Opportunities to quickly see the results of your work