Our client, a global investment bank, is actively seeking a Senior UNIX Engineer to join their Electronic Trading infrastructure team. This is a hands-on and technical role suitable for strong engineers with in-depth knowledge and experience - ideally coming from Banking / FSI (but not a must have).

Excellent opportunity to join a team and gain exposure & experience

The role:

Oversee and coordinate UNIX and Red Hat infrastructure projects across APAC data centers and colocation facilities, including:

• Ensure optimal server allocation and readiness.
• Customize and upgrade systems for enhanced performance.
• Develop and execute strategies to enhance system reliability.
• Achieve reduced latency, leading to improved fill ratios for traders.
• Minimize the frequency and severity of system-related incidents.
• Automate UNIX patching to align with the banks IT Security Standards.

What you offer:

• Strong understanding of Red Hat Linux / UNIX operating systems.
• Proficient with system patching tools, specifically RedHat Satellite.
• Extensive knowledge of IBM & HP Blade systems, including p-Series, i-Series, and x-Series architectures.
• Ability to write scripts (e.g. shell, Perl, Python).
• Knowledge of scripting, automation and diagnostic software & tools.
• Understanding of equity and high-frequency trading (HFT) environments.
• Provide production support for critical Linux server platforms in a fast-paced environment.
• Deliver direct user support, addressing system-related requests on trading floors.
• Fine-tune and monitor x86 hardware and Linux performance.
• Conduct in-depth troubleshooting, problem management, and root cause analysis for RHEL systems.
• Manage OS/server provisioning, standardization, and policy enforcement on a regional basis.

The sell:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience with a historically stable investment bank.

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