Weekend Systems Engineer

Role overview

Keep distributed Linux infrastructure stable and responsive outside standard weekday business hours. You’ll handle maintenance that must wait until trading is quieter and serve as an initial responder to production issues, escalating when needed. The schedule is full time, with an option for five days from Thursday through Monday or four longer days from Thursday through Sunday.

Responsibilities - Diagnose and resolve Linux server issues across a distributed environment. - Prepare, test, deploy, and maintain operating-system packages and scripts. - Identify changes that can improve latency and system efficiency. - Handle infrastructure changes and configuration requests. - Coordinate with internal technology teams and vendors to resolve issues. - Contribute to capacity planning and longer-term infrastructure strategy.

Requirements - At least one year of Linux or Unix systems administration experience. - Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar languages. - Understanding of networking protocols and topology, including NFS, DHCP, IP, TCP, UDP, TFTP, and NTP. - Familiarity with Kickstart, Ansible, Git, and package management. - Ability to work independently and manage operational risk during nonstandard hours.

Benefits and work setup The role offers ownership of visible infrastructure work and exposure to senior business decision-makers. The listing also describes opportunities for professional mobility and a focus on ongoing learning and work-life balance. Candidates who pass the initial résumé review may be asked to complete an online Linux systems assessment.