Eagle Seven

Global multi-asset trading across exchanges

Senior Systems Engineer - Linux

Site Reliability EngineeringPosted on Nov 9

Full-timeChicago, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

At least 7 years of advanced knowledge of Linux system administration, including kernel management, file systems, and networking.
At least 5 years of experience supporting, managing, monitoring, and debugging live trading environments, with a focus on reliability, performance, and automation.
Proficiency with configuration management tools such as Salt, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
Advanced proficiency in Bash shell scripting to automate routine tasks and improve operational workflows.
Comfort with Python programming focused on automation, systems integration, and process efficiency.
Working knowledge of Git version control and automation workflows.
Understanding of file, block, and object storage technologies and their applications.
Strong working knowledge of virtualization and containerization solutions.
Familiarity with databases, including standalone and clustered deployments, replication, and point-in-time recovery.
Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve issues accurately and promptly.
Familiarity with hybrid Windows and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical design, planning, and implementation of hardware and operating system strategies.
Drive planning and execution of technical projects focused on optimizing Linux-based trading systems, including hardware, network, and operating system improvements.
Manage and enhance global trading infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
Develop solutions to automate and resolve infrastructure tasks and issues, ensuring seamless operations and reducing manual intervention.
Diagnose and troubleshoot complex hardware and software problems and provide rapid resolutions to minimize downtime.
Oversee system installations and ensure systems are maintained to the latest firm standards.
Conduct benchmarking and fine-tuning to optimize system and application performance.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to improve hardware strategy, including standards, lifecycle periods, vendor management, and capacity planning.
Stay current with industry technology trends, and propose, evaluate, and implement new solutions.

Senior Systems Engineer (Linux)

Eagle Seven · Chicago, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-09

Workplace: hybrid

Department: Technology

Description

Eagle Seven is seeking a _Senior Systems Engineer_to lead the technical design, planning, and implementation of our hardware and operating system strategies. In this role, you will act as a key technical expert with direct influence over the design, implementation, and performance of our trading systems. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who takes initiative, demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and is driven to provide creative and skilled solutions to technical problems and business challenges.

Primary Responsibilities include:

Driving the planning and execution of technical projects focused on optimizing Linux-based trading systems, including hardware, network, and OS improvements.
Managing and enhancing a global trading infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
Developing solutions to automate and resolve a wide range of infrastructure tasks and issues to ensure seamless operations along with reducing manual intervention.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting complex hardware and software problems, providing rapid resolutions to minimize downtime.
Overseeing system installations, ensuring they are maintained to the latest firm standards.
Conducting benchmarking and fine-tuning to optimize system and application performance.
Providing technical expertise and guidance to improve existing hardware strategy including standards, life-cycle periods, vendor management and capacity planning.
Staying current with the latest technology trends in the industry; propose, evaluate and implement new solutions.

Requirements

7+ years advanced knowledge of Linux system administration including kernel management, file systems, and networking
5+ years of experience in supporting, managing, monitoring, and debugging live trading environments with a focus on reliability, performance and automation
Proficient with configuration management tools, such as Salt, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, etc.
Advanced proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) to automate routine tasks and enhance operational workflows
Comfortable with Python programming, with a focus on automation, systems integration, and process efficiency
Exposure and working knowledge of Git version control and automation workflows
Understanding of File, Block and Object storage technologies and their applications
Strong working knowledge of virtualization/containerization solutions
Familiarity with databases; standalone and clusters, replication and point in time recovery
Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver multiple projects effectively with high attention to detail in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to present both technical and non-technical ideas clearly and effectively across teams
Motivated to identify and solve issues swiftly and correctly with root cause analysis
High degree of flexibility and adaptability; comfortable in a dynamic working environment
Familiarity with Windows/Linux hybrid environments

Benefits

Eagle Seven offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees.

Medical PPO and HMO coverage through BlueCross BlueShield
Health Savings Account (with enrollment into a High Deductible Health Plan)
Dental coverage through Guardian
Vision coverage through VSP
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax Transit Benefits
Complimentary Lunch and Beverages
Access to Building Gym and Bike Room

The minimum base salary for this role starts at $180,000. This role is eligible for a discretionary performance bonus as part of the total compensation package, in addition to the benefits listed above. Exact compensation offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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About the Company

Eagle Seven

Global multi-asset trading across exchanges

Eagle Seven operates as a global trading firm that combines the latest technology with a team of professional traders and developers to pursue high results. It runs trading strategies across a diverse set of asset classes on major exchanges around the world, using a mix of software and human expertise. The company differentiates itself by integrating a global reach, multi-asset capability, and an emphasis on independent thinking, ethics, and teamwork, rewarding individual effort while celebrating team success. Its goal is to identify and act on market opportunities worldwide to generate strong returns.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: $177M
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 2004

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