5+ years in DevOps, Systems Engineering, or related fields
Expertise in building and optimizing Linux-based infrastructure
Strong organization and attention to detail in dynamic settings
Effective written and verbal communicator
Willingness to address off-hour emergencies
Proficient in scripting and automation (Python, C++, Bash)
Skilled in debugging complex hardware and software issues
Responsibilities
Analyze systems to identify and address performance gaps
Optimize Linux systems for latency and reliability
Design low-latency networking configurations
Implement automation solutions through scripting
Work with specialized hardware to enhance trading system latency
Develop backup and failover procedures, conducting drills
Respond to operational and technical requests
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with Operations and Technical teams
Opportunity to influence infrastructure transformation
Engagement with cutting-edge technologies
Focus on low-latency application challenges
Hands-on experience with specialized hardware
Full Job Description
Role Description:
As a DevOps Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of transforming and enhancing our infrastructure. You will collaborate with the Operations and Technical teams to improve our deployment pipelines, automate processes, and elevate our infrastructure.
This position requires strong Linux expertise, automation skills, and a deep understanding of network configurations and performance tuning for low-latency applications. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team.
Job Responsibilities:
Analyze current systems, identify gaps, and spearhead improvements to optimize performance and scalability
Fine-tune Linux systems (kernel and user-space) to minimize latency and improve reliability
Design and manage real-time, low-latency networking configurations, adjusting kernel parameters, IRQ affinities, and CPU pinning as necessary
Implement automation solutions using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python)
Work with specialized hardware (FPGAs, custom network cards, high-frequency switches) to optimize latency in trading systems
Develop and document backup procedures and failover strategies, conducting drills to improve failure tolerance
Respond to issues and requests from the Operations and Technical teams
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in a DevOps, Systems Engineering, or related role
Proven ability to build, optimize, and scale Linux-based infrastructure
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to respond to occasional off-hour emergencies
Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, C++, Bash)
Exceptional capability debugging and solving complex issues related to both hardware, low level software, and networking
Computer hardware (such as Supermicro and Dell Servers)
Networking hardware
Fedora Linux
FreeIPA, OpenLDAP, OpenVPN
DNS
ZFS
Gitea, Zulip
GRUB, PXE
*Note: You are not expected to know every technology listed but experience in all is a plus
Please Apply If:
You are a problem solver who wants to understand the intricacies of a complex system
You're a scripting pro who automates everything
You know the thrill of building, breaking, and re-building CI/CD pipelines
You're excited by the opportunity to build and improve systems
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