Senior Lead UNIX/Linux Architect (Open)

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Client:

Northern Trust Corporation

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution operating since 1889. We provide innovative financial services to successful individuals, families, and institutions worldwide, emphasizing service, expertise, and integrity. With over 130 years of experience and more than 22,000 partners, we serve sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role/Department:

We are seeking an experienced UNIX/Linux Hands-On Architect to lead the design, implementation, and road mapping of our enterprise-scale UNIX/Linux infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a proven track record in architecting scalable, secure, and compliant systems in hybrid cloud environments. This role requires strategic thinking combined with hands-on expertise to evolve our UNIX/Linux infrastructure and services.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architecture and Design: Develop and maintain a long-term vision, create detailed designs, ensure adherence to standards, and collaborate with teams.
2. Strategic Planning: Identify emerging technologies and propose initiatives to enhance efficiency, security, and scalability.
3. Roadmap Development: Create multi-year evolution plans, plan hardware/software upgrades, and align with business goals.
4. Standards and Best Practices: Establish and enforce configuration, security, and management standards; maintain documentation.
5. Security and Compliance: Implement security measures, ensure compliance with regulations, and conduct audits.
6. Scalability and Performance: Design scalable infrastructure, monitor performance, and plan capacity.
7. Documentation and Knowledge Management: Maintain comprehensive documentation and knowledge bases.
8. Automation and DevOps: Drive automation, implement Infrastructure as Code, and integrate with CI/CD pipelines.
9. High Availability and Disaster Recovery: Design HA solutions, develop DR plans, and conduct testing.
10. Monitoring and Support: Develop monitoring solutions, support complex issues, and evaluate vendors.
11. Team Leadership and Mentoring: Provide technical leadership, conduct training, and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in UNIX/Linux administration and architecture
• Deep knowledge of enterprise UNIX/Linux distributions
• Strong understanding of networking, storage, and virtualization
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl)
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
• Knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications like RHCE, LFCE
• Experience with high-performance computing
• Knowledge of database systems and ITIL practices
• Experience in large, global enterprise environments
• Strategic thinking, attention to detail, project management skills
• Ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Working with Us:

Join Northern Trust to be part of a flexible, collaborative culture committed to community support and innovation. We encourage movement within the organization, value inclusivity, and offer flexible working arrangements. Build your career with us and apply today.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Northern Trust provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact our HR Service Center for assistance during the employment process.

We value an inclusive workplace and are committed to your success. Apply today and discuss your flexible working needs with us.