Nextdoor · 8 hours ago
Senior Linux Systems Engineer, Low Latency, Onsite
1212 South Naper Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expNextdoor is seeking a highly talented Senior Linux Systems Engineer to join their technology team. This role involves working collaboratively on a global trading and research infrastructure, implementing enhancements, and leading projects from start to finish.
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Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with technology and business teams on all aspects of a global trading and research infrastructure
Research and implement enhancements to infrastructure systems as well as automation and monitoring
Explore and work with industry leading technology and hardware
Work alongside industry experts in the fields of finance and technology
Lead/mentor junior team members
Take ownership of and leading projects from start to finish including design, roll out, and testing
Work on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere
Qualification
Required
Past or present experience in the trading industry or at an exchange is required
Low-Latency experience is required for this role
5+ years of experience with systems engineering oriented tasks
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or an equivalent field
Strong Linux experience working with Linux servers in bare metal and virtualized environments
Experience with scripting languages bash and Python and automation tools
Understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to take ownership and lead others
Problem solvers who are driven, self-motivated, and 'outside of the box' thinkers
Motivated, dependable, and responsible team players
Preferred
Financial or trading industry experience preferred
Looking for candidates from top tier universities with a strong GPA
PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or engineering is preferred
Will consider candidates who have a Master's degree along with work experience
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement plan
PTO
401K match
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement program
Free gym membership
Flexible spending account
Daily catered lunches plus fully stocked kitchen with snacks
Company
Nextdoor
Nextdoor is a private social networking platform that connects neighbors for them to exchange helpful information, goods, and services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Nirav Tolia
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Michael Kiernan
Chief Revenue Officer
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