Summary: The Senior Linux Engineer role at a financial trading house involves optimizing Linux infrastructure through systems engineering and integration. The position requires extensive experience in Linux build and engineering, with additional expertise in high-performance computing, storage, or networking. The engineer will contribute to the design and implementation of a sophisticated infrastructure, leveraging contemporary technologies. Candidates should have a strong background in automation and containerization tools, along with scripting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and implement Linux infrastructure for high-performance trading environments.
• Optimize systems for low latency and high performance, including kernel-level engineering.
• Utilize automation and containerization tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Chef, and Kubernetes.
• Develop scripts in Shell, Bash, and Python to enhance system functionality.
• Collaborate on platform engineering and site reliability engineering initiatives.

Key Skills:

• 15+ years of experience in systems, infrastructure, or platform engineering in financial markets.
• Deep understanding of Unix/Linux systems engineering at the kernel level.
• Strong skills in systems design, optimization, and low latency tuning.
• Experience with automation and containerization tools.
• Scripting experience in Shell, Bash, and Python; C++ is a plus.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Salary (Rate): £650

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT