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  • Hong Kong
  • Negotiable
  • Permanent
  • Discipline: Cloud and Infrastructure
  • Ref: 49717

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MUST be open for renewable contract / permanent position.

 

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Ideal candidates:

  • Experience in supporting automated market making and low latency systems is preferred
  • At least 7 years of IT experience, including 5 years as a UNIX System Administrator or engineer.
  • Minimum of 3 years in a multinational IT environment, focusing on support for important systems.
  • Holding RHEL certification (Red Hat Enterprise Linux)
  • Experience in investment banking
  • Good knowledge of equity and high-frequency trading (HFT) technologies (10GbE).

 

 

Looking for:

  • Proficient in RedHat/Linux Operating Systems: Expertise in managing and optimizing RedHat/Linux environments is crucial.
  • Linux System Administration: Extensive experience in administering Linux/RHEL systems, particularly for trading and business applications.
  • Troubleshooting & Problem Management: In-depth skills in troubleshooting, problem management, and root cause analysis specific to RHEL.
  • Production Support: Provide critical support for Linux servers in high-pressure environments, ensuring uptime and efficiency.
  • Performance Tuning: Comprehensive experience with x86 hardware and fine-tuning Linux performance.
  • Scripting Proficiency: Skilled in scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl) for automation and problem-solving.
  • IT Security & SSO Tools: Familiarity with security protocols and tools such as ArcSight, CyberArk, and Centrify.
  • System Patching Tools: Knowledgeable in utilizing RedHat Satellite for effective system patching and updates.
  • User Support Expertise: Directly assist users with system issues, especially on trading floors.
  • OS/Server Provisioning: Experienced in regional server provisioning, standardization, and policy management.
  • Automation & Diagnostics: Understanding of automation techniques and diagnostic tools to improve system performance.
  • Data Center Knowledge: Familiar with x86 hardware and data center setups to ensure optimal performance.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Proficient in system recovery and root cause analysis, enhancing overall reliability.
  • End-User Support: Support for X Window systems, Linux desktop software, and end-user equipment.
  • Permanent Control Framework Contribution: Contribute to maintaining the Permanent Control framework.
  • Operating System Processes: Solid understanding of kernel operations and system processes.
  • ITIL Framework Knowledge: Good grasp of ITIL principles, including Incident and Change Management.

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