Linux Operations Engineer

Quberesearchandtechnologies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Qube Research & Technologies is seeking a Linux Administrator for their Infrastructure Operations Team in New York. This role focuses on supporting and upgrading Linux-based trading and research platforms, and involves collaboration with engineering teams on automation initiatives.

The ideal candidate should have strong Linux administration skills and experience with full lifecycle server deployments. The base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $200,000 per year, along with bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong Linux administration experience (Red Hat, CentOS).
• Experience with full lifecycle server deployments.
• Knowledge of AMD/Intel server hardware.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, LAN/WAN).
• Experience with automation tools (e.g. Ansible).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash).

Responsibilities

• Administer, support, and upgrade Linux-based trading and research platforms.
• Deploy new servers and manage end-to-end build processes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on automation and monitoring initiatives.
• Troubleshoot incidents and carry out root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to process documentation and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Linux administration experience

Full lifecycle server deployments

Knowledge of AMD/Intel hardware

Networking fundamentals

Automation tools (e.g. Ansible)

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Analytical problem-solving

Team-oriented mindset

Exposure to NFS or SAN storage systems

Job description

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology- and data-driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high-quality returns for our investors.

The Infrastructure Operations Team ensures the stability and performance of QRT’s global Linux estate, which underpins both trading and research platforms. The team works closely with end users, application teams, and engineering groups to provide day-to-day operational support, while also driving automation, monitoring, and deployment initiatives across a high-performance computing environment.

Your Future Role within QRT

• Administer, support, and upgrade Linux-based trading and research platforms
• Deploy new servers and manage end-to-end build processes
• Collaborate with engineering teams on automation and monitoring initiatives
• Troubleshoot incidents and carry out root-cause analysis to ensure long-term stability
• Contribute to process documentation and knowledge sharing
• Perform occasional out-of-hours work and participate in an on-call rota (primarily remote)

Your Present Skillset

• Strong Linux administration experience (Red Hat, CentOS)
• Experience with full lifecycle server deployments (hardware to OS build)
• Knowledge of AMD/Intel server hardware and components
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, LAN/WAN)
• Experience with automation tools (e.g. Ansible)
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash)
• Problem-solving mindset with strong analytical and communication skills
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and adapt
• Exposure to NFS or SAN storage systems (advantage but not essential).

This role may involve shift work as required.

Base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000 per year.

QRT Total Compensation includes discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.