At a Glance
- Tasks: Support users and manage diverse tech projects in a relaxed, innovative environment.
- Company: Join a leading global quantitative hedge fund with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, ongoing training, and a clear career path.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to shape tech architecture and explore new solutions.
- Why this job: Dive into cutting-edge technology and make a real impact while doing what you love.
- Qualifications: Comfortable with Linux and Windows; user support experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Junior Systems Administrator – Hedge Fund NO FINANCE EXPERIENCE NEEDED – Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Junior Systems Administrator to join our high profile client in their main development team. Our client is one of the most famous global quantitative hedge funds. The environment is that of Facebook or Google, relaxed open with time to think and make the right decisions.
This is a role for techies, those who are motivated by the sharp end of technology and the possibility of making serious money doing something you are passionate about. The technologist will be responsible for a variety of user support and project work across a wide range of technology, including but not limited to:
- Windows PCs and servers
- Linux servers
- Mobile devices
- Advanced communications infrastructure
Responsibilities include:
- Development and maintenance of Linux and Windows servers and desktops, VMs and containers, databases and a handful of Windows hosts
- Administration of network infrastructure including maintaining and troubleshooting routers, switches and firewalls
- Architecture and topology design with respect to our network and multi-petabyte storage solutions utilising ZFS, Ceph, NVMe and other cutting edge technologies
- Work on a diverse range of projects – recent examples include utilising Open Source technologies to build our own High Availability Virtual Machine cluster and a bespoke Container creation tool
- Contribute to the development of configuration management and automation of routine tasks
- Proactively deal with monitoring alerts and help develop the monitoring platform
- Implement and adhere to system and network security
- Identify and drive best practice standards, with a focus on Open Source offerings where feasible
- Leverage the best of the open source community, sometimes substituting your own solutions where greater performance is needed
- Evangelise and prototype new technologies and help shape the architecture
Systems Administrators ideally have:
- Be very comfortable with Linux and Windows, preferably with experience of Ubuntu or other Debian-based distributions
- A demonstrated interest in both building technology and helping others use it effectively, along with a desire to improve processes and technology
- Experience with phone, desk-side, and/or remote user support
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Windows enterprise environment and standard applications (such as Microsoft Office)
- Familiarity with a Linux or Solaris environment
They offer an excellent working environment with ongoing training and a structured career path. You can also expect an excellent salary and benefits package.
(Junior) IT Administrator Microsoft (m/w/d) in London employer: Quant Capital
At Quant Capital, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and innovative work environment that mirrors the culture of leading tech giants like Facebook and Google. Our London office fosters a collaborative atmosphere where employees are encouraged to think critically and make impactful decisions, while also providing ample opportunities for professional growth and mastery of cutting-edge technology in the trading operations space. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that our team members are equipped with the tools and support they need to thrive in their roles.
