Infrastructure Operations Software Engineer - Global Quant Fund

Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative hedge fund in the UK is seeking an Infrastructure Operations Engineer to enhance the stability and performance of its Linux estate for trading and research platforms. Key responsibilities include administering Linux systems, supporting high-performance environments, and driving automation initiatives. The firm promotes a collaborative culture and offers exposure to mission-critical systems, making it an ideal opportunity for technology-driven professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience administering and deploying Linux-based systems.
• Ability to support high-performance computing environments.
• Proficient in troubleshooting incidents and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Administer and deploy Linux-based systems.
• Support high-performance computing environments.
• Troubleshoot incidents and collaborate on automation projects.

Skills

Linux (Red Hat / CentOS)

Python

Ansible

Job description

Our client is a world-leading global quantitative hedge fund, operating across all liquid asset classes with a strong, technology-driven and scientific approach to investing.

Our client is looking for an Infrastructure Operations Engineer to support the stability and performance of their global Linux estate underpinning both trading and research platforms.

You will be responsible for administering and deploying Linux-based systems, supporting high-performance computing environments, troubleshooting incidents, and working closely with engineering teams on automation and monitoring initiatives.

Stack : Linux (Red Hat / CentOS), Python, Ansible

The firm offers a highly collaborative culture with strong ownership, exposure to mission-critical trading systems, and opportunities to drive automation and operational improvements across the platform.

Please get in touch if this is of interest.