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