Senior Linux System Engineer / Administrator - Trading

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Linux System Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. This pivotal role will see you managing Linux servers and workstations in a fast-paced trading environment. You'll be the sole Linux administrator, responsible for both systems administration and user interaction. Your expertise in Linux, along with scripting skills in Bash and Python, will be crucial as you tackle diverse tasks from hardware maintenance to installing networking equipment. If you're ready to take on a hands-on role in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Linux administration is essential.
• Experience with Debian/Ubuntu preferred.
• Good communication skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Installing workstations on trading floors and in offices.
• Installing servers and networking equipment in data centers.
• Performing hardware maintenance and large-scale build-outs.

Skills

Linux Administration

Debian/Ubuntu

Bash Scripting

Python Scripting

SQL

Perl

Cybersecurity Tools

Communication Skills

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Senior Linux System Engineer / Administrator - Trading, London

Client: East End Resources

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Our client is a mid-size financial services firm which is a Linux shop both on the server side and the trader desktops.

The client has multiple locations; the London office is small, and you will be the sole Linux administrator.

Some Windows administration skills are a plus but not strictly necessary.

We interact directly with users and communicate frequently, so good communication skills are important.

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on professional for our growing systems administration team.

Systems Administrators are responsible for workstations and servers in our expanding trading operations.

This role involves working on desktops and data centers, with frequent interaction across various organizational levels.

Skills & Attributes:

• Fluency in Linux administration is essential
• Experience with Debian/Ubuntu preferred
• Ability to complete tasks independently and handle frequent context switches
• Scripting experience in bash and python preferred; SQL and Perl are a plus
• Knowledge of cybersecurity tools such as 2FA, iptables, Malwarebytes, fail2ban, etc.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50lbs
• Experience in a small-shop environment with varied responsibilities
• Comfortable with hands-on tasks like racking and stacking in data centers

Responsibilities include:

• Installing workstations on trading floors and in offices
• Installing servers and networking equipment in data centers, sometimes requiring travel

Additional tasks include:

• Hardware maintenance
• Large-scale build-outs, sometimes requiring domestic and international travel
• Installing office appliances such as printers, phones, televisions, etc.

This role will be fully in-person based out of London.