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