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Position: Linux Engineer

About Our Company: At the forefront of trading innovation, our firm is a beacon of dynamism and creativity. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration, where a diverse team of experts unites under a shared ethos of excellence and integrity. Our relentless pursuit of trading excellence is underpinned by our proprietary technology, honed over two decades, ensuring we remain pioneers in the industry. Together, we are committed to growth, innovation, and facing new challenges head-on, propelled by our collective goal to excel in our field.

Our Linux Team: Our dedicated Linux team is the custodian of our extensive global Linux infrastructure, encompassing high-performance co-located trading servers, core computing resources, workstations, and development and simulation environments. This cohesive unit, comprising professionals with a broad spectrum of expertise, operates on a global scale to provide a platform that is reliable, scalable, cost-effective, and optimized for performance. This platform is integral to the operations of our trading, quantitative analysis, development, and support teams.

Role Overview: As a Linux Engineer, you will be an integral part of our global team, collaborating closely with seasoned professionals in our Sydney office. Are you driven by a desire to contribute to a world-class team overseeing a vast array of technology, scale, and sites? Are you passionate about the intricacies of Linux platform engineering, including kernel internals, system resilience, scripting, automation, and comprehensive problem-solving across the entire stack? Are you committed to seeing tasks through to completion, proactively seeking assistance when necessary? Are you eager to delve into the Linux systems of a leading global derivatives trading company, characterized by ultra-low latency and high availability? Is scripting and automation your forte, with a zeal to automate wherever possible?

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the seamless operation of a real-time, latency-critical trading environment across international co-location facilities, maintaining utmost reliability.
• Diagnosing and resolving issues within both hardware and software domains.
• Strategically planning and engineering solutions for capacity, disaster recovery, business continuity, and high availability.
• Providing robust support for core trading and business applications running on Linux.
• Spearheading initiatives to automate and enhance the efficiency of Linux-related processes at Mako.

What We Expect:

• A fervent problem-solver with a knack for troubleshooting.
• An eagerness to expand your technical expertise and delve into the depths of Linux systems.
• A keen interest in mastering systems engineering within a diverse vendor landscape.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A passion for process automation and an infrastructure-as-code mindset.
• An innovative spirit, open-mindedness, and a proactive approach to taking the lead.
• At least 4 years of experience as a Linux engineer within a corporate setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Linux boot sequence, kernel process management, and storage architecture.
• Proficiency in managing various Linux distributions, from server to workstation, covering installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Familiarity with core networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.
• Profound scripting abilities in at least one language (Python/Bash preferred) for complex tasks.
• Practical experience with Linux-based automation tools (Ansible/Puppet).
• Prior exposure to financial, trading, or low-latency environments is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of networking hardware and principles is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience in colocation/data center environments and on-premises Linux servers is essential.

Benefits:

• A flexible approach to leave and work arrangements.
• A healthcare subsidy.
• Access to employee wellbeing resources and support.
• A generous parental leave policy.
• The chance to work alongside a team of driven individuals, inspiring each other to reach new heights.
• The opportunity to be part of a company with a storied history in global market trading since 1999.
• The prospect of learning from and collaborating with some of the industry’s most accomplished traders.
• A vibrant social calendar that contributes to a fulfilling workplace environment.

This is your invitation to embark on a stimulating and rewarding career within the financial markets. Join us and seize the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, enhancing your expertise and contributing to your professional growth. Embrace this chance to be part of a company that recognizes and nurtures your potential. Apply today and begin your ascent with us.