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**Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer - New York** - Design & maintain global network, Linux-based systems, & core services - Enhance security of fast-paced infrastructure, contributing to design & implementation - Minimum 10 years of comparable work experience, prefer BS/MS in CS or related field - Proficient in Python, excellent troubleshooting skills, & familiarity with Linux, CI/CD, & various programming languages (Rust, Java, C, Go, C#) - Collaborate effectively with global teams & other departments - Annual base salary: $225,000 - $325,000, plus benefits
- Compensation
- $225,000 – $325,000 USD
- City
- New York City
- Country
- United States
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The D. E. Shaw group seeks a senior systems engineer with extensive Linux experience to join its Platform Engineering team. This is a hands-on, technical role within a global cross-platform engineering team responsible for the firms core technology infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a collaborative and engaging working environment.
What youll do day-to-day
- Be part of a team that designs and maintains the firms global network, operating systems, security policy and infrastructure, and core network services across our datacenters, cloud services, and global offices.
- Work to continuously improve the security framework of a fast-paced, large-scale infrastructure environment that supports investment activity and technology development across the firm.
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and integration of infrastructure systems, particularlybut not exclusivelyon Linux-based systems.
What were looking for
- At least ten years of comparable work experience and development experience in Python is required; a degree in computer science or another technical discipline is preferred.
- Excellent troubleshooting capabilities and experience with diagnostic tracing tools at both the host and network level, along with in-depth knowledge of Linux-based operating systems and associated configuration management tools.
- Impressive communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues across a global team and with different departments at the firm.
- Familiarity with automated build, software deployment, and CI/CD systems.
- Experience with Rust, Java, C, Go, and C# is preferred, as is experience maintaining infrastructure related to DNS, DHCP, and Kerberos.
- Working knowledge of network protocols, information security concepts, databases, large-scale storage, and Windows/Linux interoperation is also preferred.
- The expected annual base salary for this position is $225,000 to $325,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.
The D. E. Shaw group is an equal opportunity employer.
The applicable annual base salary or hourly rate paid to a successful applicant will be determined based on multiple factors, including without limitation the nature and extent of prior experience and educational background.
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