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Title:  Senior Trading Systems Linux UNIX Systems Engineer
Location:  New York, NY
Job Type:  Direct Hire
Compensation:  $100,000.00 to $125,000.00 per Year
Reference Code:  951832-AQG
Description:  The Senior Linux UNIX Systems Engineer will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of Linux / UNIX systems network. Functions:
  • Strategize and plan for expansions including frequent contact with external parties over connectivity
  • Serve as a real troubleshooter and excel at spotting issues and monitoring problems
  • Be willing to share knowledge with colleagues to raise the team's collective expertise
  • Build and support a high performance Linux/UNIX Server infrastructure
  • Work with state-of-the-art UNIX system's hardware and software
  • Keep an open eye for technical improvements
  • Safeguard a high availability and redundancy
Requirements:  To be considered for this role, the candidate must meet the following requirements (items are required unless noted otherwise):
  • Strong academic background with a B.S. or B.A Degree
  • An M.S. or higher education is preferred
  • 5-10+ years of experience in Linux and UNIX engineering and systems administration
  • In-depth knowledge of UNIX installation, configuration, upgrades, performance tuning, capacity planning, back-ups, and recoveries
  • Strong UNIX Shell scripting background
  • Knowledge of Cisco Routers, Switches, WAN protocols, and connections is a plus
  • Ability to troubleshoot a wide array of system, networking, and hardware problems
  • Detail oriented with a strong ability to multi-task
  • Equally self-sufficient or able to work well in a team
  • Outgoing and communicative
  • Service-minded; able to help with whatever is needed
  • Able to deal well with pressure