The D. E. Shaw Group at The D. E. Shaw Group

Job Description

Job Overview

The D. E. Shaw Group is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with extensive Linux experience to join its Platform Engineering team. This hands-on technical role will be part of a global cross-platform engineering team responsible for the firm's core technology infrastructure, offering a collaborative and engaging working environment.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills

• Python
• Linux
• troubleshooting
• diagnostic tracing tools

Preferred Skills

• Rust
• Java
• C
• Go
• C#
• DNS
• DHCP
• Kerberos

Experience Level

At least ten years of comparable work experience and development experience in Python is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain the firm’s global network, operating systems, security policy and infrastructure, and core network services across datacenters and cloud services.
• Continuously improve the security framework of a fast-paced, large-scale infrastructure environment.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and integration of infrastructure systems, particularly on Linux-based systems.

Technical Environment

Languages

Python

Tools & Technologies

Linux CI/CD systems configuration management tools

Additional Information

Location: London
Type: Full-time
Compensation: Annual base salary or hourly rate determined based on experience and educational background.

About The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm founded in 1988 with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of its staff.

Website

https://deshaw.com