We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned Senior Systems Engineer to join our team. In this exciting role, you will play a pivotal part as the Subject Matter Expert (SME), closely working with our IT department and Data Scientists in a global drug development context. If you have extensive knowledge and experience in advanced Linux concepts, operating system concepts, and have previously worked on the installation, upgrade, and patching of RStudio Workbench, Connect, and Package Manager, this could be the ideal role for you.

This position offers hybrid setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga.

Responsibilities

• Take part in package upgrade automation projects for the R Suite Environment
• Handle administration and troubleshooting of R Studio installations and related environment
• Collaborate with existing service teams to tackle open problems/incidents

Requirements

• Hands-on experience as a Systems Engineer / DevOps / SysAdmin or in a similar role
• Solid knowledge of advanced Linux concepts and operating system concepts
• Proven experience in installing, upgrading, and patching of RStudio Workbench, Connect, and Package Manager

Nice to have

• Experience with Easybuild
• Software and application development experience
• Knowledge of container solutions both on-premises and in the cloud
• Experience managing Python and R environments

We offer

• Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years
• Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies
• World-Class Clients: Work closely with 295+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact
• Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices
• GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys
• Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life
• Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga
• Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more

Salary range €3.4K-€4.9K gross, based on your experience and interview results.

About EPAM

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. For over 30 years, our team has helped leading brands navigate the waves of digital transformation, building solutions that help them stay competitive through constant market disruption.

With offices in 55+ countries, EPAM has grown in Latvia to over 150+ talented innovators in 3 years. We foster creativity and unconventional ways of doing things, welcoming like-minded professionals to join us.