Senior DevOps Engineer | Kubernetes & CI/CD Lead

TechDigital Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to enhance their CI/CD processes and application deployment strategies. This role involves building robust CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Kubernetes while collaborating closely with development teams to ensure seamless application releases. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with cloud services, automation tools, and API management, alongside strong communication skills to lead cross-functional meetings. Join this dynamic team and contribute to innovative solutions that prioritize security and scalability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong CICD experience and knowledge of Azure DevOps and Jenkins.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and API services management.

Responsibilities

• Build CICD pipelines for deploying applications on Kubernetes using Azure DevOps.
• Coordinate with development teams for application deployment and testing.

Skills

Azure

AWS Cloud services

CICD

Infrastructure-as-code

Kubernetes (K8s)

Docker

Python

Git

JIRA

Automated application testing

Monitoring tools

Strong communication skills

API services management

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jenkins

Terraform

Airflow

MLflow

Flyte

AWS Glue

Job description

Job Description/ Responsibilities
Job Summary
Sr Lab System Support Engineer plays a key role in supporting laboratory operations by ensuring the smooth functioning of lab systems, analytical instruments, and data workflows. This entry-level position is ideal for candidates with a background in life sciences or IT who are eager to work in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Must Have's:
1. Lab system life cycle management
2. Lab system vendor handling
3. Lab system business processes understanding in pharmaceutical regulatory environment

Roles & Responsibilities
Lab System Lifecycle Management:
Manage end to end lab system lifecycle including implementation validation maintenance and decommissioning
Ensure compliance with SDLC CSV GxP and regulatory standards
Handle system upgrades patching backup archival and audit readiness
Lab System Vendor Handling:
Act as point of contact for vendors for installation support and issue resolution
Coordinate maintenance upgrades and ensure SLA and regulatory compliance
Manage vendor deliverables documentation and escalation handling
Lab System Business Process Understanding in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Environment. Understand lab workflows and align systems with business and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with GLP GMP GxP and data integrity standards
Collaborate with QA IT and lab teams to support audits and process improvements

Key Skills & Expertise

• Good Knowledge and understanding on the GXP.
• Good knowledge of Computer System Validation.
• Good understanding of laboratory instruments and analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with lab software systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a regulated environment and follow SOPs.
• Good Knowledge of Ticketing systems (ServiceNow/Remedy etc)
• Good Knowledge on the Problem/Deviation/Change/CAPA Management Process.

Job Duties:
• Provide first-level hands & feet support for laboratory software systems and instrument integration platforms.
• Oversee daily lab activities including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and workflow optimization.
• Act as a liaison between the lab and external entities (e.g., regulatory bodies, partner institutions).
• User Management Activities (E.g: User Creation, Modification & Deletions etc.)
• Hardware related PC/Network – Coordination with Desktop support team
• Vendor communications, coordination during the System Hardware failures & any other Maintenances
• Backup of the Standalone and Benchtop systems on regular basis
• Application Software upgrades on the standalone systems.
• Onboarding and off boarding Lab systems
• Monthly patching coordination.
• Backup & Restoration for the Lab systems
• Lac/es Configuration
• Update SOPs/ WIs
• Assist in troubleshooting software and hardware issues related to lab instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers).
• Ensure accurate documentation of system configurations, user guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Help maintain audit trails and support data archival processes.
• Support compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and FDA regulations.
• Ensure systems are validated and maintained according to SOPs and validation protocols.
• Work closely with lab analysts, QA, and IT teams to resolve system-related issues.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to improve lab workflows and system performance.
• Support Audits Queries from the LAB IT side.

Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in a laboratory or IT support role.