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Senior System Engineer - Quantitative Trading

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Job Description

System Engineer / Linux Engineer

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My client is a technology-driven quantitative trading firm built around exceptional engineers and researchers. Their teams combine deep technical expertise with a highly collaborative approach to solve complex infrastructure, compute and market challenges at global scale.

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They are looking to hire Systems Engineers to join their growing core compute team. This team is responsible for building, scaling and maintaining the Linux systems, compute clusters and storage infrastructure that underpin live research and trading globally.

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This is a high-impact engineering role where the work you do directly supports performance, reliability and speed across a world-class trading environment.

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Requirements:

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  • BS Computer Science or related subject
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  • 5+ Years of experience as a Systems / Linux / DevOps Engineer
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  • Deep operating system knowledge - Linux systems
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  • Python Programming
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  • Good understanding of networking, troubleshooting, debugging
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  • Ability to work with stakeholders and communicate clearly
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What's on offer:

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  • Industry leading compensation and bonus scheme
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  • Working in a small teams of highly talented engineers & researchers
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  • Expect technical depth, real-world impact, and a culture that prizes curiosity, rigor, and speed
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Apply or get in touch for more info!

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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