DevOps Engineer, Jr.

About FirstVet

FirstVet is a pioneering digital veterinary clinic dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality veterinary care through innovative technology. As the first truly digital veterinary platform, we enable pet owners to connect with licensed veterinarians via their mobile devices or computers, offering convenient and reliable veterinary consultations regardless of location. Our services extend beyond consultations to include a comprehensive e-commerce platform that supplies pet medications, food, and accessories, serving customers across seven markets in Europe and North America. Our mission is to make veterinary care universally accessible, ensuring every pet and pet owner receives the best possible support and advice.

At the core of our organization is a tech-driven approach, with a dedicated engineering team responsible for developing and maintaining the infrastructure that supports our services. We are committed to building reliable, scalable, and secure systems that underpin our platform, enabling us to grow and serve our expanding customer base effectively. Our culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, making us an exciting place for professionals passionate about technology and animal welfare.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated Junior DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will support our product teams by maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure that powers our services. You will be part of a small, agile DevOps team, which provides a unique opportunity to take ownership of critical systems and gain broad exposure across our organization. Your work will directly impact the stability, security, and scalability of our platform as we continue to expand internationally.

This position offers a collaborative environment where your insights and proactive approach are valued. You will work closely with engineers across multiple product teams, focusing on operational excellence, strengthening security measures, and ensuring infrastructure robustness. As we mature our technological foundation, your contributions will help us identify gaps, implement improvements, and foster best practices that align with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure, preferably on AWS
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, Docker, or ECS
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation processes
• Programming or scripting skills in languages like Python, TypeScript, Bash, or similar
• Interest or experience with infrastructure as code frameworks such as Terraform or Pulumi
• Strong collaborative and communication skills to work effectively across teams
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Motivation to learn, take ownership, and proactively improve systems
  
  

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the infrastructure, tooling, and deployment pipelines to support efficient service development and operation
• Contribute to security and compliance initiatives, ensuring infrastructure aligns with industry best practices
• Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines and automate routine tasks
• Maintain and evolve shared infrastructure components, CLI tools, and internal platforms
• Improve observability frameworks to enable better monitoring and incident response
• Identify areas for technological improvement and lead initiatives to implement solutions
• Share best practices and knowledge with team members to foster a culture of continuous learning
• Support engineering teams in troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure-related issues
  
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven company focused on animal welfare and innovative technology
• Flexible hybrid remote work environment, with options to work from our Stockholm office or remotely
• Ownership of projects from day one, with room for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and supportive team culture that values trust and transparency
• Engagement with cutting-edge technology and infrastructure practices
• Possibility to work in a pet-friendly environment where office dogs and cats are part of the culture
  
  

Equal Opportunity

FirstVet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds foster innovation and drive our success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.