Windows Automation Engineer in London

Windows Infrastructure Automation Engineer – Quant TradingCompensation: Industry leading, discussed on call

Quant Capital is urgently seeking a Windows Infrastructure Automation Engineer / PowerShell Engineer to join a high‐profile quantitative trading client in London.

This is a technology‐driven environment comparable to leading tech firms or elite startups, where engineering excellence is prioritised and significant investment is made in infrastructure and innovation. You will work alongside exceptionally skilled engineers in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous setting that values both learning and knowledge sharing.

The firm operates a mixed Windows and Linux infrastructure across physical and virtual environments. This role is ideal for a highly capable Windows engineer with a strong automation mindset and deep PowerShell expertise, motivated by solving complex technical challenges.

Key ResponsibilitiesYou will contribute to the design, implementation, and ongoing optimisation of infrastructure systems, with a focus on:

Windows platform engineering and automation

Operating systems and endpoint management

Authentication and identity systems

Virtualisation and core infrastructure services

Network and messaging services across Windows and Linux environments

Required Skills & Experience

STEM degree or equivalent technical background

Strong Windows systems engineering and automation experience

Advanced PowerShell skills (C# exposure beneficial)

Deep understanding of Windows technologies (Active Directory, Failover Clustering, etc.)

Excellent troubleshooting and problem‐solving abilities

Familiarity with Windows Server technologies (e.g., SQL Server, Exchange, SCCM, Hyper‐V, ADFS)

Working knowledge of Linux, networking, and security concepts

Experience integrating on‐premises and cloud environments

Experience with containers across Windows and Linux

Background in high‐performance or low‐latency environments

This position suits engineers who have taken on significant responsibility early in their careers, particularly those from agile or fast‐moving environments. You should be highly hands‐on, adaptable, and genuinely passionate about technology.

In return, the firm offers a strong engineering culture, excellent work‐life balance, and highly competitive compensation.

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