Full-Time

Senior Systems Engineer

VDI and Virtualization

Posted on 1/23/2025

Interactive Brokers

Interactive Brokers

1,001-5,000 employees

Online trading platform with low commissions

No salary listed

Senior

Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Server Administration
Cloud Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Python
AWS
Terraform
Ansible
Requirements
  • 4-6 years of experience designing and implementing virtual desktop environments utilizing industry-standard on-prem and cloud virtualization technologies.
  • 4+ years designing and supporting an environment that utilizes at least 50% desktop virtualization technology for the end-user compute infrastructure.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience designing, deploying and managing VMware Horizon View.
  • Advanced knowledge of VMware vSphere and Horizon View in high-availability (HA) environments.
  • Expert understanding of networking concepts, LAN/WAN, DNS/DHCP, routing, switching and firewalls.
  • Expert-level knowledge of enterprise data backup, recovery and replication using various enterprise solutions (Commvault, Symantec, EMC, etc.).
  • Enterprise knowledge of Load Balancers, security certificates and reverse proxies.
  • Enterprise knowledge of hardware and software monitoring and performance tuning tools.
  • Enterprise knowledge of VMware NSX.
  • Proficient with HPE ProLiant server hardware portfolio and enterprise solutions.
  • Associate level knowledge (or better) of Azure cloud platform and services, especially in knowledge that relates to Azure Virtual Desktop.
  • Professional level knowledge (or better) of AWS cloud platform and services, especially in knowledge that relates to AWS Workspaces.
  • Proficient with PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Python.
  • Proficient with Terraform and with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, concepts, and tools.
  • Proficient with Ansible, configuration management, and infrastructure automation.
  • Competent with code delivery pipelines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong client service and professional client-facing skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and proven strong analytical / troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills and ability to meet project deadlines.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and adopt new tools and techniques to increase automation, performance, and scalability.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of the IBKR global Windows team.
Responsibilities
  • Create conceptual, logical, and physical designs for all VMware and cloud-based virtualization solutions.
  • Gather and document business requirements, assess technical capabilities and analyze findings to translate them into technology solutions.
  • Perform in-depth technical research and analyze results to recommend suitable approaches for solving complex and challenging technical and integration problems.
  • Responsible for contributing to the design, administration, and support of VMware Horizon View VDI infrastructure, including thin clients and other VDI-related technologies.
  • Responsible for contributing to the design, administration, and support of Azure Virtual Desktop and AWS Workspaces infrastructure.
  • Debug and create automation to build and maintain on-prem or cloud infrastructure, including compute, networking, and storage components.
  • Ensure efficient functioning of data storage and process functions under company security policies and best practices in cloud security.
  • Regularly review existing systems and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Implement and validate infrastructure monitoring and incident response plays.
  • Follow policies and procedures for change, problem, and incident management.
  • Research and implement the leading industry best practices for on-prem and cloud VDI in the environments that you support.
  • Proactively participate in L2 and L3 incident escalations and resolve desktop, server, and virtualization support issues.
  • Participate in the 24x7 on-call rotation and planned maintenance activities after hours and on weekends when needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Preferred experience in a global financial organization (e.g., Brokerage, Trading, Investment Management)

Interactive Brokers offers an online trading platform that provides access to a wide range of financial instruments, including stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds. The platform is known for its low commissions and best execution practices, ensuring clients get the best prices for their trades. Unique features include fractional shares, allowing investments in portions of expensive stocks, and the IMPACT app, which aligns investments with personal values. The goal of Interactive Brokers is to deliver a comprehensive and affordable trading experience while utilizing advanced technology for global market access.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Greenwich, Connecticut

Founded

1977

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What believers are saying

  • AI-powered news summaries can increase user engagement and trading activity.
  • Multi-monitor support in IBKR Desktop attracts professional traders.
  • Nifty 50 Index Futures launch taps into growing interest in Indian markets.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-powered platforms could erode market share.
  • Settlement with FINRA may lead to regulatory scrutiny and reputational damage.
  • Patent litigation with Trading Technologies could result in financial liabilities.

What makes Interactive Brokers unique

  • Interactive Brokers offers low commissions and financing rates, making trading affordable.
  • The platform provides access to over 160 markets in 33 countries.
  • Innovative features like fractional shares and the IMPACT app attract diverse investors.

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Benefits

Competitive Pay with discretionary bonus packages which include company stock grants

Comprehensive Health Plans that include extensive Vision, Dental and Prescription coverage

Daily Lunch Allowance

401K Retirement Savings Plan (generous company match)

Wellness Incentives

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Personal Time and Sick Leave

Company News

FF News
Mar 11th, 2025
Interactive Brokers Expands Global Reach With Ljubljana Stock Exchange Access

Interactive Brokers, an automated global electronic broker, announced today that it has expanded its market offerings by adding access to the Ljubljana Stock Exchange. With this expansion, clients can trade Slovenian equities alongside products from over 160 other global exchanges, including stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, funds, and more, from a single unified platform.Enhancing Market Access for Global InvestorsInteractive Brokers provides access to over 160 markets across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and adding the Ljubljana Stock Exchange further broadens the investment opportunities for our active traders and institutional investors. Clients can now include Slovenian stocks as part of their portfolio diversification strategies, complementing their European and global investments.“Interactive Brokers continues to expand its market coverage to meet the needs of global investors,” said Milan Galik, Chief Executive Officer of Interactive Brokers. “Adding access to the Ljubljana Stock Exchange allows our clients to explore investment opportunities in Central Europe and further diversify their portfolios with a seamless trading experience.”Competitive Pricing and Advanced Trading TechnologyAs with all Interactive Brokers’ offerings, clients will benefit from:Professional pricing with low commissions, low margin rates, and high interest paid.Global market access to stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, funds, and more, from a single unified platform.Powerful trading platforms across web, mobile, and desktop.Interactive Brokers serves clients in over 200 countries and territories, and supports account funding and trading in up to 28 currencies while providing access to real-time market data, news risk management tools, and institutional-grade research

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