IT Infrastructure Engineer (Windows, Active Directory & VMware)

We’re looking for an IT Systems Engineer to join our global Infrastructure & Platform team. In this role, you will design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve infrastructure systems supporting PSI’s business operations globally.

Full-time employment based in Latvia
Key Responsibilities

- Design, implement, maintain, and improve Windows and Linux server infrastructure

- Manage and maintain virtualization, storage, and backup platforms

- Administer Windows Active Directory and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

- Support enterprise applications and services hosted on Windows and Linux platforms, including email and business systems

- Manage infrastructure management and supporting systems, including monitoring, patch management, configuration management, and access control services

- Plan and execute OS patching and infrastructure upgrades in accordance with company policies

- Lead small and medium-sized infrastructure projects and participate in larger infrastructure initiatives

- Perform qualification, validation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of infrastructure systems

- Maintain accurate infrastructure asset inventory, warranties, and related services

- Coordinate with infrastructure vendors, including tracking deliveries, contract execution, and vendor activities

- Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and system standards

- Collaborate with Network & Connectivity and Cloud & Modern Workplace teams on cross-domain

Must-have qualifications

- University degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field

- Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken)

- Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server and Active Directory

- Practical experience with virtualization technologies

- Experience with Windows and/or Linux server administration

- Experience with enterprise infrastructure services such as PKI and email/MTA technologies

- Practical experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions

- Experience designing, implementing, and managing infrastructure projects

- Experience with infrastructure monitoring, patch management, and configuration management

- Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and maintain detailed technical documentation

Good to have

- Experience with VMware, Proxmox, or Hyper-V

- Experience with Microsoft Azure and hybrid infrastructure

- Experience with Azure Arc and Azure Update Manager

- Experience with Zabbix or other infrastructure monitoring platforms

- Experience with PowerShell or other scripting languages and infrastructure automation

- Experience with Microsoft Exchange, Sendmail, or Postfix

- Experience with Veeam or similar backup technologies

- Familiarity with ITIL, change management, qualification, and validation processes

- Relevant Microsoft, virtualization, Linux, or other infrastructure certifications

If you feel it is time to make your skills and knowledge visible within a growing company with true focus on its people, then PSI is the right choice for you.

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.

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