Lead Linux Administrator - Join a well-established, profitable, and globally expanding institutional brokerage as a Lead Linux Administrator. With offices in four regions and over 500 employees worldwide, this firm is investing heavily in its infrastructure and is looking for a seasoned Linux expert to lead both technically and strategically.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll not only manage and evolve critical Linux environments but also lead a growing team and drive key infrastructure projects across Europe.
🔧 Key Responsibilities for the Lead Linux Administrator:
* Lead and mentor a team of Linux engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
* Take ownership of high-impact infrastructure projects in 2025, including the design and build of new Linux environments.
* Remain hands-on with system administration, scripting, and troubleshooting in complex, time-sensitive environments.
* Champion the adoption of new technologies to automate and streamline operational tasks.
* Balance BAU support with strategic project delivery, ensuring system stability and scalability.
* Collaborate with QA, Development, and DevOps teams to automate workflows and improve deployment pipelines.
* Oversee system monitoring, performance tuning, and proactive issue resolution.
* Ensure clear communication with the service desk and stakeholders regarding system changes and testing protocols.
🧠 As a Lead Linux Administrator, you will have:
* A degree in a STEM-related field.
* 8+ years of commercial experience in Linux systems engineering/administration.
* Proven leadership experience, with the ability to guide and grow a technical team.
* Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
* Experience with virtualization technologies such as Nutanix or VMware.
* Good understanding of networking concepts, including multicasting.
🌟 Desirable Skills
* Ansible, Kubernetes, Nagios, GIT, and FIX Protocol experience.
🚀 Why Join the clients team?
* Be a key player in a high-performance trading environment.
* Lead strategic initiatives and shape the future of the firm’s Linux infrastructure.
* Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that values innovation.
* Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:
* Competitive bonus and profit share
* Share options
* 26 days holiday
* Private medical insurance
* Pension, life insurance, and wellness programs