LINUX & NETWORK Support Analyst- Finrecruit Pty Ltd

“At Finrecruit we place Technology Specialists into the Financial Service sector - its all we do”.We work on all levels of IT related roles from Support through Administrators / Analysts / DBA’s / Developers / Engineers / Business Analysts / Project Managers / People Managers all the way up to the Head of Technology / CIO. Our connections and clients are exclusively Financial Service organisations like Investment Banks, Retail Banks, Private Banks, Investment Management Houses, Trading Systems / Broking (and Vendors), Insurance Companies and Superannuation Firms.  

Engage your Linux Skills in Boutique Financial Markets Company
Hands-on, Autonomous Support role, Managing all aspects of systems & networks
Technologies include LINUX, Unix, LAN / WAN, TCP/IP, VPN
Our client is a Dynamic Global Trading Organisation that defines itself through innovative thinking, market responsiveness and the use of cutting edge technologies. With offices in multiple locations around the world, they use their Sydney CBD office to run the Asian trading operations and this is the second largest office for the organisation with their Head Office based in London. Due to strategic growth our client is looks for a talented proactive Linux / Unix specialist to join as a Infrastructure Support Analyst.
This is a new role to support the expanding Quant Trading Team. Based in Sydney CBD, you will be working with a small, highly entrepreneurial team - a rapidly growing group of enthusiastic, computer-savvy developers and traders in a primarily Linux workplace.
Working in a bespoke team of two you will provide infrastructure support and environment enhancements to facilitate the ongoing development and execution of high-volume, low-latency trading systems. Drawing on your experience in data intensive environments, you will look to introduce the latest technologies and industry best practice to improve the efficiency and stability of the trading desk.
This is an autonomous role in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment that looks to attract and reward the best in the industry. You will interact on a daily basis with Traders, Quants, Global Support, Infrastructure and Development teams, therefore strong communication skills are a must.
The successful candidate must be able to work in a changing / fast flowing environment, and instinctively make risk-aware decisions, sometimes based on limited information available.
Experience Required

3-5 years experience in Linux-based Systems (servers/workstations/backups/networks);
Strong UNIX/Shell scripting skills;
5 Years + in a Support Centric role (ideally in Finance)
Good understanding of Networking Infrastructure (LAN / WAN, TCP/IP)
Exposure to MySQL Database administration;
Familiarity with Trading Systems and Markets
Proactive and professional approach;
Ability to quickly learn new skills while on the job
Enthusiastic, diligent, and willing to adapt to a high-energy environment.
Ability to interact with traders and perform in a high-pressure environment.
Desirable Skill-sets

Knowledge of PERL / Python scripting languages;
Experience in C++ / Java;
Bloomberg / Reuters exposure.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume via the 'Apply Now' button accompanied with a cover letter addressing your suitability to the key criteria. Or for further information please contact Andrew Boyce on the telephone number below quoting reference 1753 AB.
Recruitment and Executive Search for the Financial Services IT sector â€" it’s all we do â€" www.finrecruit.com.au
If this job is not quite right for you, please contact us to discuss your particular needs on 02 9994 8080