Senior SysOps Engineer

Company Description

Eurofins Forensics is the European leader in Forensic DNA and Toxicology Testing. We are a competent, energetic, proactive, supportive, and progress-oriented group of people looking for new team members due to the expanding Eurofins IT Hub in Riga, Latvia.

We are looking for a Senior SysOps Engineer to join our high-impact IT Transformation Program. You’ll design, build, and support cutting-edge multi-cloud infrastructure, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability for our business-critical systems.

☕️ Culture and Attitude ☕️

• We care to do the best job possible without compromising the quality
• We are direct but polite
• We are encouraging pointing out the flaws and missing pieces and suggesting potential solutions
• We embrace challenges, make weighted decisions, and learn from mistakes
• We respect each other and communicate respectfully – give a chance for everyone to be heard

🤖 Experience, knowledge & skills 🤖

• At least couple of years of experience with Linux/Windows Server administration, VMware, and storage solutions
• Hands-on experience in cloud platforms (GCP, Azure) and IaaS/PaaS operations
• Proficiency in networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, Active Directory)
• Familiarity with backup tools (e.g., Commvault, Veeam)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Automation with Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of regulatory environments (GxP, GDPR) is a plus

👩‍💻 What you will be doing 👨‍💻

• Engineer and implement multi-cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud, Azure) and virtualization platforms (VMware)
• Automate infrastructure with scripting (PowerShell, Bash) and tools (Terraform, Ansible)
• Ensure that IT Services are delivered correctly to business customers. This includes the execution of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), management of IT Changes as per well-defined ITIL processes, as implemented in the ITSM system (ServiceNow)
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness
• Troubleshoot complex systems and engage with vendor support for critical issues
• Deliver quality documentation and transition services to operations teams

🚀 What we will bring from our side 🚀

• We understand that a great work-life balance is important, that’s why we offer hybrid work opportunities and flexible hours
• We want you to be well-treated and feel special on your Birthday – you can take a day off on your birthday to spend it with your family or friends
• We value you and your well-being, and that’s why we offer a great benefits package from Day 1 – health insurance, cell phone plan coverage, additional time off
• Whenever you are in the office, you can enjoy the modern environment. Also, if you want to clear your head, you don’t have to go far – there’s a fantastic view from our terrace

NB! Only candidates who are authorized to work in EU are eligible for this position

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