Linux & Virtualization Engineering Lead

Job Title

Linux & Virtualization Engineering Lead

Job Description

IG Group Opportunity!

Job Title: Linux & Virtualization Engineering Lead

So, who are we?

Hello, we’re IG Group. No, not Instagram – though we're a pretty big deal ourselves. We’re a global, FTSE 250-listed company made up of a collection of progressive fintech brands in the world of online trading and investing. The best part? We’ve snapped up many awards for our top-class platforms, forward-thinking products, and incredible employee experiences.

We believe in financial freedom. And our purpose is to help ambitious people achieve it. Around 400,000 people use our groundbreaking technology and forward-thinking platforms to trade the financial products they know and love.
Did we mention we have offices in 18 countries? Yes, when you join IG Group, you'll have the chance to work across multiple brands, with people all over the world. Join us for an exciting future and let’s innovate together!

Your role in the Team

IG Is looking for Linux & Virtualization Engineering team lead who can help define the Linux Engineering best practices and support the existing and future Virtualization & Storage technologies. The Ideal candidate should have worked across Linux, Virtualization and Storage, and must self-motivated and have can do attitude along with automation experience. You should have good team management skills as well.

What you’ll do

• Define Linux & Virtualization Engineering Best Practices, Well versed with all the flavors of RHEL, Rocky Linux, & Centos.

• You will be responsible for Future Opensource Linux build so you should have strong knowledge of building Linux via image-based distribution & automated VM Build. Both for legacy (bare metal) and cloud-like (imaged-based) environments.

• You will Review the Infrastructure automation codes for build Infrastructure , Candidates should possess Strong Knowledge of Jenkins, CICD Pipelines, & Puppet/Ansible. Also, Gilab and GitOps operational frameworks.

• Review all FW Codes , prepare roadmap for Nutanix Infrastructure. In depth Knowledge of HCI Virtualization technologies, Nutanix preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of software-defined storage and protocols – NFS and iSCSI.

• Understanding of Backup and Archive technologies. Cohesity preferred.

• Strong capacity management skills for our On-Prem infrastructure and build relationships with stakeholder teams to understand needs and generate forecasts.

• In depth Performance management, troubleshooting analysis should be in his/her core strengths. It’s your issue v/s Let’s analyze and resolve attitude needed.

• Should be able to mentor team members and key person to resolve all P1 Issues.

• VM lifecycle Management (creation, deletion, cloning, snapshot etc.)

• Collaborate with vendor support teams for advanced troubleshooting Plan.

• Implement and execute DR drills. Knowledge of live-live infrastructure.

• Leverage Nutanix products and features to automate administrative tasks Guide and train the Team on Nutanix Administration.

Who we’re looking for?

You’re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You’re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.

We don’t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let’s raise the bar together.

What you will need for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.

• 15+ years of experience across Linux, Virtualization & Automation.

• Expertise in at least one scripting language, Python preferred.

• Expert in Hyperconverged systems, Nutanix and Cohesity preferred.

• Experience in IAC tooling including Git, Terraform, Docker, and Vault.

• In-depth understanding of security practices, system hardening, and encryption technologies.

• Must understand a physical DC and how physical HW is racked / configured. Confident working with remote DC team.

• Outstanding communication skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong, self-motivated, and proactive team player with ability to adjust to shifting priorities and time management skills.

• Strong knowledge of network protocols and principles, including multicast, TCP/IP, iSCSI, DHCP, NTP, PTP and DNS.

How you’ll grow

When you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job – we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we’ll support you all the way.

And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world’s best trading experience. We’d love to have you along for the ride.

The perks

It really is more than a job. We’ll recognize your talent and make sure that you can still have a life – at work, and outside of it. Networks, committees, awards, sports and social clubs, mentorships, volunteering opportunities, extra time off… the list goes on.

• Matched giving for your fundraising activity.

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities.

• Performance-related bonuses.

• Insurance and medical plans.

• Career-focused technical and leadership training's in-class and online, incl. unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning platform.

• Contribution to gym memberships and more.

• A day off on your birthday.

• Two days’ volunteering leave per year.

Where you’ll work

We follow a hybrid working model; we reckon it’s the best of both worlds. This model also feeds into our secret ingredients for innovation: diversity, flexibility, and close connection. Plus, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workforce with a lot of creative energy.

Ask our employees what their favorite thing is about working at IG, and you’ll hear an echo of ‘our culture’! That’s because you can come to work as your authentic self. The things that make you, you – like your ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, age, gender identity/expression or physical capacity – can bring a fresh perspective or new skill to our business.

That’s why we welcome people from various walks of life; and anyone who wants to help us realize our vision and strategy.

So, if you’re keen to connect with our values, and lead the charge on innovation, you know what to do.

Number of openings

1