Works Engineer

We\’re working with a leading systematic trading firm that combines deep technical expertise with a data-driven approach to investing across global markets. Their infrastructure team plays a critical role in enabling high-performance research and trading, and they\’re now looking for a hands-on Storage Platform Engineer to help design, implement, and manage scalable storage solutions that support the firm\’s complex, data-intensive environment. The Role:
As a key member of the infrastructure team, you\’ll collaborate closely with colleagues across Windows, UNIX, Networking, and Database platforms to architect and deliver shared storage solutions – spanning Windows and NFS file shares, high-performance SANs for database clusters, and more. You\’ll also lead the development of robust data backup strategies and contribute to the firm\’s broader business continuity planning.
This is a technically-focused, engineering-led role where you\’ll be involved in end-to-end solution design, vendor management, product evaluation, and hands-on implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and deploy enterprise-grade storage systems to support trading and research workloads
Manage and optimise file sharing environments across SMB, NFS, and S3 protocols
Develop and maintain scalable data backup and recovery solutions
Collaborate across infrastructure teams to deliver resilient, performant platforms
Evaluate vendors and technologies to ensure fit-for-purpose solutions
Contribute to the firm\’s business continuity and disaster recovery planning
Maintain high standards of documentation and operational transparency
What We\’re Looking For:
~5+ years of experience in storage systems administration or platform engineering
~ Proven experience delivering and maintaining optimised enterprise storage environments
~ Strong understanding of file storage protocols (SMB, NFS, S3)
~ Solid background working with both Linux and Windows operating systems
~ Hands-on experience with backup technologies and strategies
~ Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
~ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment where technology is central to the business. The firm fosters a culture of innovation, autonomy, and continuous improvement – with a strong focus on work-life balance and employee well-being.