Project Description:
Our client is a leading global Financial Market data provider who runs a number of change programs to deliver high-quality software that connects Financial Markets across the globe in a real-time, high frequency, and low-latency data management chain. The projects are technically challenging in an environment that is very engaging.
We are looking for a System Engineer who will participate in the analysis, definition, design, construction, testing, installation, and modification of medium to large infrastructures.
The position provides Linux-centric engineering, Automation, Virtualization, and Solace solutions supporting Realtime Development environments.
Responsibilities:
• Works closely with planning and technology architect to assure all systems are in line with IT long-term strategy.
• Participates in project planning sessions with team members to analyze requirements and provide design recommendations for complex systems.
• Conducts unit testing and implements cross-functional systems ensuring system fits the needs of client and business.
• Works with project teams to define and design the scope for each project.
• Develops new cross-functional software systems using disciplined software development processes.
• Provides design recommendations, develops application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements
• Responsible for writing complex design specifications.
• Collaborates in setting development guidelines.
• Prepares and presents status updates for various projects.
• Reviews efforts to ensure compliance with application architecture standards.
• Researches new and emerging technologies.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations for new tools, technologies, and platforms to be implemented.
• Provides technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring to engineering & application development teams.
• Requires full technical knowledge and thorough understanding of the business application of the project.
• Utilizes and stays current on multiple programming languages and software technologies.
Mandatory Skills Description:
o Expertise with: Linux RHEL 8.x/9.x, Vsphere v7+, MS Windows server 2012 — 2022, Message Broker (e.g. Solace)
o Experience with HP enterprise-class hardware (DL360/380 Proliant series Gen9/10/10+/11)
o Experience with VMWare ESX Server (vSphere) and Virtual Center (v6.x and 7.x) Experience with AWS EC2 images and Containers, Cloud Watch, Kubernetes, Route53, etc
o Active Directory design and administration. Security agents and policy management
o Advanced knowledge of Windows and Linux-based hardware platforms (e.g., IBM, HP, Dell)
o Thorough understanding of RAID storage and TCP/IP networking
o Able to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment with little daily supervision
o Expected education/experience:
BS/MS Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, and/or
Equivalent work experience (Minimum 4 years experience as a Linux, Windows, VMWare, and Solace systems engineer or designer in an enterprise environment)
Nice-to-Have Skills:
o Advanced knowledge of Windows and Linux-based scripting facilities
o Perl, C, PHP, VBScript, or Python development skills desired
o Experience with automation and orchestration (ex Rundeck, HPE Image streamer/Composer)
o Experience in a market-data environment is a plus!
o Experience with HP c7000 blade chassis and Synergy frames hardware
o Has created, maintained, and deployed via Automation — Windows and Linux “standard build” images
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