IT Infrastructure Engineer - Banking & Finance

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Montreal; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global quantitative trading firm is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer to enhance its advanced trading technology environment. The successful candidate will design and maintain critical infrastructure systems and contribute to an innovative IT setup, ensuring operational stability across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years experience supporting and designing Windows-based environments.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and virtualization.
• Hands-on Linux experience and basic command-line skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Windows Server environments, including Active Directory and related services.
• Support virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi and Citrix.
• Develop automation scripts to improve system efficiency.

Skills

System administration

Automation scripting

Technical troubleshooting

Virtualization

Network analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field

Tools

Windows Server

VMware

Hyper-V

Citrix

PowerShell

Python

Job description

A leading global quantitative trading firm is hiring a skilled IT Infrastructure Engineer to support and evolve its high-performance, mission-critical technology environment. With a presence in 11 locations worldwide and a reputation for technological excellence, this is an opportunity to work at the forefront of global markets and automation.

In this role, you'll design, build, and maintain robust infrastructure systems that enable rapid deployment, support automated trading environments, and ensure operational stability across diverse markets. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives in low-latency, high-uptime settings and wants to contribute to one of the most sophisticated trading infrastructures in the world.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a robust and innovative IT infrastructure. Apply now to help build and operate the backbone of one of the world’s most advanced trading platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related services
• Support virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi, vCenter, Hyper-V, and Citrix
• Perform day-to-day administration of physical servers and configuration management
• Administer Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions (e.g., Workspace One, Jamf)
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents using network and system analysis tools
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar to improve efficiency
• Document system configurations, SOPs, and contingency plans
• Collaborate on IT security and vulnerability management initiatives

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• 2-6 years experience supporting and designing Windows-based and mixed OS infrastructures
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM, DFS, DNS, DHCP, and Kerberos
• Experience with server and desktop deployment/management (SCCM, imaging, automation)
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Citrix)
• Understanding of storage technologies and collaboration tools (Google Workspace, Slack)
• Hands-on Linux experience, including interoperability with Windows systems and basic command-line skills

Salary:

• Up to $200,000 Total Compensation