Description
We are seeking a Vice President Senior Site Reliability Engineer (Linux and KDB) to join our team at Barclays in Pune.
The successful candidate will have strong Linux expertise and foundational knowledge of KDB, working with front office trading systems to ensure stability and efficiency.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and maintaining Linux servers for optimal performance and uptime
- Supporting and maintaining KDB databases, including data ingestion, query optimization, and troubleshooting
- Implementing and maintaining monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve issues
- Developing and deploying automation scripts to streamline operations
- Responding to and resolving incidents with minimal impact on trading activities
- Collaborating with development and trading teams to provide reliable solutions
- Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for systems and processes
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
- Linux Expertise: Strong knowledge of Linux system administration, including shell scripting and performance tuning
- KDB Basics: Understanding of KDB database architecture, query language (q), and data management
- Front Office Trading Systems: Experience with front office trading platforms and their operational requirements
- Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work under pressure
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Highly valued skills include:
- Experience with APIs: Familiarity with REST APIs and Python APIs for data integration
- Cloud Services: Knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms for data storage and processing
- Automation Tools: Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef