Genevatrading

Genevatrading

System Operations Engineer

Chicago Office · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$90kDetected 34 days ago
AzureLinuxRESTMachine LearningCustomer SupportSystems EngineeringCollaborationCritical Thinking

About the role

  • This position requires a proactive mindset-balancing technical troubleshooting with automation projects to enhance system uptime and user productivity.

Responsibilities

  • Endpoint & Identity Management: Utilize Microsoft Intune and Entra ID to manage device lifecycles, configuration profiles, and user identities. You will ensure workstations are compliant, secure, and optimized for trading and administrative functions.
  • Functional Automation: Shift from basic scripting to f unctional programming principles. You will use PowerShell as an example of a functional tool to build modular, idempotent, and reusable automation for user provisioning and software deployments.
  • Performance Engineering: Conduct system testing to identify inefficiencies in hardware (CPU/GPU/Memory) and software deployments to maintain a low-latency edge.
  • Documentation: Maintain rigorous documentation for trading applications, exchange connectivity, and internal SOPs.
  • Endpoint & Identity Management: Utilize Microsoft Intune and Entra ID to manage device lifecycles, configuration profiles, and user identities.
  • Utilize Microsoft Intune and Entra ID to manage device lifecycles, configuration profiles, and user identities.
  • You will use PowerShell as an example of a functional tool to build modular, idempotent, and reusable automation for user provisioning and software deployments.
  • Conduct system testing to identify inefficiencies in hardware (CPU/GPU/Memory) and software deployments to maintain a low-latency edge.
  • Maintain rigorous documentation for trading applications, exchange connectivity, and internal SOPs.

Requirements

  • Technical Stack: * OS: Strong proficiency in Windows (10/11 & Server).
  • Management: Practical experience with Microsoft Intune and a solid understanding of Entra ID (Azure AD).
  • Functional Programming: Proficiency in a functional programming style
  • while we use PowerShell for automation, we value the ability to write clean, logic-driven, and testable code.
  • Connectivity: Experience using REST APIs to interact with web services or automate system tasks.
  • Hardware Knowledge: Deep knowledge of PC/Server components (GPUs, RAM types, CPU architectures) and familiarity with Data Center environments.
  • Analytical Rigor: Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to dig through system log files to identify root causes.
  • Operational Mindset: Ability to make sound, rapid decisions in a fast-paced trading environment.
  • OS: Strong proficiency in Windows (10/11 & Server).
  • Practical experience with Microsoft Intune and a solid understanding of Entra ID (Azure AD).
  • Management: Practical experience with Microsoft Intune and a solid understanding of Entra ID (Azure AD). Understanding of Active Directory
  • Critical Thinking: Work with AI based tools, checking to ensure that they are doing what they are supposed to. Avoiding pitfalls of just trusting what the machine says.
  • Linux: Familiarity with Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu/CentOS) administration.

Nice to have

  • Work with AI based tools, checking to ensure that they are doing what they are supposed to.
  • Avoiding pitfalls of just trusting what the machine says.
  • Preferred (The "Nice to Haves")

Skills

  • Use REST APIs to connect infrastructure tools, automate data pulls, and streamline workflows between different platforms.

Compensation

  • $75k-$90k

Benefits

  • AI & High-Performance Computing: Support the hardware and software environments required for AI and Machine Learning workloads, including high-spec GPU workstations and server configurations.

Company info

  • Geneva Trading
  • About the Role
  • As a System Operations Engineer at Geneva Trading, you will maintain the high-performance infrastructure that powers our global trading operations.
  • You will go beyond traditional desktop support to ensure the reliability and scalability of our Windows-centric environment.
  • API Integration: Use REST APIs to connect infrastructure tools, automate data pulls, and streamline workflows between different platforms.
  • Infrastructure & Data Center Awareness: Provide technical support for data center operations, including familiarity with racking/stacking and using LOM (Lights-Out Management) tools like iDRAC or iLO for remote server administration.
  • Qualifications
  • Functional Programming: Proficiency in a functional programming style; while we use PowerShell for automation, we value the ability to write clean, logic-driven, and testable code.
  • Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London.
  • Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets.
  • Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence.
  • Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.

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