Python Engineer with DevOps

VirtusLab is a leading European software consulting and engineering company. Our mission is to craft clean code and practical solutions with precision and purpose. We foster a dynamic culture rooted in strong engineering, a sense of ownership, and transparency, empowering professionals to make a substantial impact in the software industry.

Project Overview & Engagement Profile

The cooperation involves maintaining, scaling, and optimising core on-premise infrastructure for a major global investment bank. The primary focus centers on driving the reliability and efficiency of essential developer tools and services - including Jenkins, BitBucket, and BuildBarn - for an on-prem installation serving a user base of over 10,000 developers. The delivery of services relies on strong system administration, deep networking knowledge, and automation. While 99% of the infrastructure is Linux-based, cross-ecosystem support covering Linux, Windows, and macOS environments is required. For engagements at a Senior level, the scope extends to leading the diagnosis and resolution of complex performance bottlenecks across this large-scale infrastructure.

• English
• Linux & System Administration
• Networking (Firewalls, DNS, VPC/VLANs)
• Jenkins / Bitbucket / BuildBarn
• Python
• CI/CD
• PowerShell / Windows administration
• Azure
• macOS infrastructure support

Required Expertise and Capabilities

• At least 5 years of commercial experience in software engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure engineering, with a strong interest in working on infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in Python (clean, maintainable code, automation, backend services), plus Bash scripting.
• Proven track record of designing and optimising CI/CD pipelines, ideally with hands-on experience managing on-premise developer tools (Jenkins, BitBucket, BuildBarn).
• Solid background in Linux administration and a good understanding of networking (DNS, firewalls, VLANs).
• Hands-on experience with Docker and container registry management.
• Strong analytical skills for diagnosing and solving performance problems at scale, including tracking capacity and system metrics.
• English language proficiency at a minimum B2/C1 level.

Nice to have

• Python web frameworks (FastAPI, Flask) and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Performance, stress, or latency testing.
• PowerShell / Windows administration, macOS support.
• Experience in large-scale Enterprise or financial environments.

A few perks of being with us

• Building tech community
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Home office reimbursement
• Language lessons
• MyBenefit points
• Private healthcare
• Training Package
• Virtusity / in-house training

Access to the above perks is optional and completely voluntary for B2B contractors