Systems Software Developer - Linux Platforms

Senior Linux Systems Developer - Platform Engineering

New York, NY (Hybrid, 3 days in office)

Highly competitive compensation package

Join an elite technology and research group at the forefront of global finance, where world-class engineering and quantitative research converge to solve some of the most complex problems in any industry. Their teams are composed of passionate problem-solvers who operate in a dynamic, large-scale IT environment. We are seeking a visionary engineer to architect and build the next generation of the firm's core Linux infrastructure, enhancing automation, scalability, and resilience across the enterprise.

The Role

We are seeking a deeply experienced Linux Systems Developer, a crucial and hands-on role for a hybrid systems and software engineer who thrives on building robust, automated platforms at scale. You will be a key technical leader responsible for architecting and engineering the foundational Linux systems that underpin the firm's diverse technological operations, from research computing to core business services. You will act as a force multiplier by leading high-impact infrastructure projects, mentoring other engineers, and setting the standard for technical excellence in platform design and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of high-impact projects focused on building and evolving the firm's core Linux infrastructure, including on-premise and cloud environments.
• Architect, build, and maintain mission-critical platform tools and automation primarily in Python or Go to improve operational efficiency, deployment velocity, and system resilience.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for complex Linux systems issues, diagnosing and resolving deep technical challenges related to system design, configuration, automation, and integration.
• Drive the architecture for the next generation of the firm's Linux platform, making key design decisions for production environments, including cloud strategy and integration.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Networking, Security, Database, SRE) to deliver cohesive and robust infrastructure solutions.
• Mentor and guide other engineers, championing best practices in software development, infrastructure-as-code, and platform reliability.

Your Experience

• 6+ years of experience in a senior platform engineering, infrastructure, site reliability, or software engineering role with a track record of success in complex, large-scale environments.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python or Go, with a proven track record of engineering libraries, tools, or platform components (not just scripting).
• Deep, hands-on expertise with the Linux operating system, including systems administration, troubleshooting, and automation in a large-scale environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects, driving architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with infrastructure-as-code (e.g. Ansible, Terraform), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience designing and managing infrastructure in public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences and collaborate across teams.