Linux Systems Engineer

Op Recruiting ·www.oprecruiting.com

Location Chicago, IL, United States
Salary USD 200,000 - 250,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Linux Systems Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL

About the Opportunity

Join a premier global quantitative trading firm at the intersection of high-performance computing and financial markets. We are looking for a driven engineer to manage and evolve the critical infrastructure that powers our low-latency execution systems and massive-scale research clusters. This is a high-impact role within a fast-paced environment where your technical contributions directly influence the success of a world-class fintech organization.

Responsibilities

  • Infrastructure Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of a global, high-performance Linux environment, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability for trade execution and quantitative analysis.

  • Automation & Configuration: Utilize advanced configuration management tools to maintain consistency and scalability across diverse computing clusters.

  • System Optimization: Perform deep-level kernel tuning and hardware performance analysis to minimize latency and maximize computational throughput.

  • Technical Operations: Manage system initialization processes and core OS services while participating in critical weekend maintenance and deployment cycles to ensure seamless market connectivity.

  • Internal Tooling: Develop and maintain sophisticated automation scripts to streamline complex administrative tasks and system monitoring.

Requirements (must-have)

  • Linux Expertise: Demonstrated mastery in managing large-scale Linux deployments using open-source methodologies.

  • Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency in at least one enterprise-level configuration management framework (such as Ansible, SaltStack, or Chef).

  • Scripting Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Python or Shell scripting for automation and system integration.

  • Systems Internals: Thorough knowledge of Linux kernel configuration, systemd, and modern computer hardware architecture.

  • Availability: Ability to support occasional weekend change windows to align with global market schedules.

Preferred Qualifications (nice-to-have)

  • Previous experience in high-frequency trading (HFT) or low-latency financial environments.

  • Experience managing large-scale distributed computing or "Big Data" research clusters.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Highly competitive base salary and performance-based bonus structure.

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision.

  • Premium workplace perks: On-site fitness access, catered meals, and regular team engagement events.

 

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Who is hiring for the Linux Systems Engineer role?
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Where is the Linux Systems Engineer job located?
The Linux Systems Engineer role with Op Recruiting is based in Chicago, IL, US.
What does the Linux Systems Engineer role pay?
Op Recruiting lists the Linux Systems Engineer role at USD 200,000–250,000 per year.
Is the Linux Systems Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Op Recruiting.
What experience level is the Linux Systems Engineer role?
The Linux Systems Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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