Systems Administrator

Franklin Fitch Limited
Isleworth, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 143K

Job location

Remote
Isleworth, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Algorithmic Trading
Bash
Configuration Management
Linux
Python
Performance Tuning
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)

Job description

Overview Join a leading electronic trading software vendor powering some of the world's most sophisticated financial institutions. Their platforms are fast, resilient, and mission-critical-and so is the engineering behind them. You'll be part of a team that values technical excellence, autonomy, and a genuine passion for solving deep infrastructure challenges. The Role As a Senior Systems Administrator, you'll take ownership of a large-scale Linux/Unix environment supporting ultra-low-latency trading systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your decisions directly influence performance, reliability, and client experience. Responsibilities * Performance tuning, kernel optimisation, and troubleshooting * Automation, scripting, and configuration management * Monitoring, observability, and incident response * Infrastructure improvements and strategic engineering initiatives * This isn't a "keep the lights on" job-this is engineering with purpose. What You Bring * Deep expertise in Linux/Unix administration * Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar) * Experience in high-availability or high-performance environments * A passion for problem-solving and system optimisation * Curiosity, ownership, and a calm head under pressure Ready to Step Into a Role That Actually Excites You? If you're a senior engineer who wants to work with cutting-edge systems in a fast-moving, intellectually stimulating environment, this is your chance to make a real impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr Similar jobs, Unix/Linux Engineer | Bristol - Hybrid | Up to £60,000 + On-CallWe're hiring a Unix/Linux Engineer to join a growing technology team responsible for maintaining and supporting enterprise-scale systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving,..., Location:Osterley, Greater London (Onsite)Duration:6+ MonthsAbout the Role We are looking for a highly motivatedPlatform Controllerto support and monitor broadcast distribution platforms in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment. This role is critical in ensuring high...

Requirements

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About the company

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