Full-Time

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

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ION Group

ION Group

5,001-10,000 employees

Automation technology for financial sector

Fintech
Financial Services

Senior

Bridgeport, CT, USA

Hybrid position requiring a minimum of 2 days onsite at the main office in Trumbull, CT.

Category
System Administration
IT & Security
Software Engineering
Required Skills
TCP/IP
Python
Puppet
Perl
Ansible
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • 6 + years experience as a Systems Administrator for Redhat. *CentOS, Solaris and Windows server are a plus.*
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
  • Administrating and managing datacenter systems with working knowledge and/or exposure to one of more of the following: running DNS, LDAP/LDAPS, Postfix, NTP, Puppet, cobbler, ProFTP and squid Proxy.
  • Scripting and Automation of administrative tasks using shell scripts. *Ansible playbook*, *Perl and Python are a big plus*
  • Create & maintain technical documentation, this would include standard operating procedures and processes, etc.
  • Experience with server virtualization: Linux KVM required, *Solaris zones and vmware are a plus*
  • Hardware experience with HPE ProLiant servers required. Blade systems. *HP MSA Storage & 3PAR are a plus*
  • Knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP, NFS, Apache, and SSH/SFTP
  • Understanding of network terminology such as vlan, bonding, aggregates, routing, multicast, and NATs
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as Nagios and PRTG
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve mission critical problems.
  • Experience handling service requests & support tickets in a timely manner
  • Adhere to production processes and change management policies
  • Good communication skills
  • Someone who is a team player
  • Ability to work with various datacenters with remote hands support.
  • Willing to work on Saturday for production rollouts 2X per month (with additional production pay)
  • Required on-call rotation 1 week per month (with additional on-call pay)
  • Must have an automobile and be able to drive to local data centers
  • Occasional domestic/international travel to remote datacenter locations
Responsibilities
  • Support systems hardware and OS issues in a production systems environment.
  • Manage datacenter systems and ensure their proper functioning.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation including standard operating procedures and processes.
  • Handle service requests and support tickets in a timely manner.
  • Adhere to production processes and change management policies.
  • Work collaboratively as a team player with various datacenters.
  • Participate in production rollouts and on-call rotations.

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by continuously acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through innovative automation technology.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$426.5M

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ION's partnerships, such as with Abaxx Commodity Futures Exchange, enhance their market reach and technological capabilities.
  • The integration of fixed income solutions with XTP Execution demonstrates ION's commitment to expanding connectivity and improving client access to various markets.
  • Recognition in prestigious lists like the FinCrimeTech50 and awards for innovation highlight ION's industry leadership and potential for continued growth.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive financial technology sector requires constant innovation to maintain market position.
  • Integration challenges from frequent acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies and cultural clashes.

What makes ION Group unique

  • ION Group's focus on automation technology specifically tailored for the financial sector sets it apart from more generalized software providers.
  • Their strategy of acquiring entrepreneurial firms allows ION to remain agile and responsive to market changes, unlike larger, less flexible competitors.
  • ION's comprehensive suite of APIs and software platforms ensures seamless trading and processing, providing a competitive edge in efficiency and accuracy.

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Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount