Linux Systems Engineer — Automation & Performance

Janestreet; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Janestreet in New York seeks accomplished Linux Engineers to enhance the firm’s technology foundations. You will manage and innovate within a system that supports trading operations, troubleshooting complex systems and ensuring performance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and possesses significant Unix and Linux knowledge, ready to tackle diverse challenges through automation and collaboration with various departments.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Unix internals and the Linux ecosystem.
• Willingness to learn OCaml.
• Clear and concise communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the platform that powers Jane Street's production trading systems.
• Resolve production issues in real time.
• Automate deployment and configuration management.

Skills

Linux operating system fundamentals

Unix command line and shell scripting

Troubleshooting skills

Programming in any language

Knowledge of profiling/debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

gdb

perf

DTrace

eBPF

SystemTap

Job description

Janestreet in New York seeks accomplished Linux Engineers to enhance the firm’s technology foundations. You will manage and innovate within a system that supports trading operations, troubleshooting complex systems and ensuring performance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and possesses significant Unix and Linux knowledge, ready to tackle diverse challenges through automation and collaboration with various departments.