IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer
FlexTrade · Paris, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Operate and maintain traditional and cloud infrastructures.
- Ensure stability, availability, and performance of infrastructure.
- Implement and improve cloud operational practices.
- Develop and automate operational tasks.
- Collaborate with internal teams and clients.
About the role
About FlexTrade Systems
FlexTrade Systems is a provider of customized multi-asset execution and order management trading solutions for buy- and sell-side financial institutions. Through deep client partnerships with some of the world's largest, most complex and demanding capital markets firms, we develop the flexible tools, technology and innovation that deliver our clients a competitive edge. Our globally distributed engineering teams focus on adaptable technology and open architecture to develop highly sophisticated trading solutions that can automate and scale with your business strategies.
At FlexTrade, we hold our values close to heart, with pride and gratitude, as they guide us in everything that we do. We are dedicated to giving our clients a competitive edge, taking ownership of our responsibilities, being flexible to adapt to ever changing environment and technology, bringing integrity to ever interaction and we continue to improve, grow together and collaborate as one team. All of these while having fun truly makes FlexTrade a wonderful place to work.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer to join the Paris team. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of both traditional and cloud infrastructures, with a high level of autonomy on standard operational tasks, while being supported on more complex or critical topics.
Responsibilities
Infrastructure & Operations (core responsibilities)
- Operate and maintain traditional and Cloud infrastructures, including Windows and Linux servers, and virtualized environments (VMware or equivalent)
- Ensure day-to-day stability, availability and performance of infrastructure components
- Perform routine system administration tasks: patching, updates, maintenance and documentation
- Participate in infrastructure changes and continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply Infrastructure as Code changes using Terraform, following established standards
- Troubleshoot infrastructure and system-level issues across multiple platforms
- Implement and improve Cloud operational practices
Monitoring, Support & Incident Management
- Monitor infrastructure and applications using existing monitoring tools (Zabbix and related solutions)
- Act as Level 2 / Level 3 support on infrastructure-related incidents within a defined scope and escalation process
- Investigate incidents, contribute to root cause analysis and incident reports
- Escalate complex or high-risk issues appropriately
Automation & Tooling
- Develop, maintain and improve automation scripts and tools, primarily using PowerShell
- Automate recurring operational tasks to improve reliability and reduce manual actions
- Contribute to improving operational procedures and documentation
Collaboration & Client Interaction
- Work closely with Development, QA and Support teams during incidents, releases and changes
- Participate in technical discussions with internal teams and, when required, external clients
- Assist with client technical onboarding, under guidance
Security & Compliance
- Apply established security standards and operational procedures across infrastructures
- Contribute to vulnerability remediation, hardening and security improvement initiatives
- Participate in audit-related and compliance activities under supervision
Requirements
- Demonstrable experience in infrastructure, systems or operations roles in production environments
- Solid experience with Windows Server and Linux
- Good understanding of infrastructure fundamentals
- Hands-on experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell required)
- Experience with AWS Cloud and IaC using Terraform
- Experience with monitoring tools (Zabbix or equivalent)
- Comfortable working in structured, production-critical environments
- Able to communicate professionally in English and in French
Nice to Have
- Experience with VMware or similar virtualization platforms
- Exposure to financial services or trading environments
- Knowledge of security hardening or compliance-driven environments
Personal Qualities
- Autonomous and reliable within a defined scope of responsibility
- Curious and motivated to continuously improve technical skills
- Methodical, structured and quality-oriented
- Able to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders in French and in English
- Comfortable working with international and distributed teams
What We Offer
- Exposure to both traditional infrastructures and Cloud environments
- A balanced role combining operations, automation and infrastructure evolution
- A high-performance, mission-critical technical environment
- Long-term career growth and skill development opportunities
- Flexible working environment
FlexTrade Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.
Key skills/competency
- IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer
- AWS Cloud
- Terraform
- PowerShell
- Windows Server
- Linux
- VMware
- Zabbix
- Automation
- Scripting
Skills & topics
- IT Infrastructure
- Operations Engineer
- Cloud Infrastructure
- AWS
- Terraform
- PowerShell
- Windows Server
- Linux
- System Administration
- Automation
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with Windows Server, Linux, AWS, Terraform, and PowerShell. Quantify achievements in infrastructure operations.
- Showcase automation skills: Emphasize your experience with scripting and automating recurring tasks, especially using PowerShell.
- Demonstrate cloud expertise: Detail your hands-on experience with AWS and Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues and your understanding of production-critical environments.
- Highlight collaboration: Mention experience working with development, QA, and support teams, and your communication skills in English and French.
Technical preparation
Master Windows Server and Linux administration.,Practice AWS services and Terraform for IaC.,Build automation scripts using PowerShell.,Familiarize with Zabbix monitoring.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex infrastructure issue you resolved.,How do you ensure system stability and performance?,Give an example of a task you automated.,How do you handle collaboration with other teams?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the core responsibilities of an IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer at FlexTrade?
- The core responsibilities include operating and maintaining both traditional and cloud infrastructures (Windows, Linux, AWS), ensuring system stability and performance, performing routine administration tasks like patching and updates, and implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform. You will also be involved in monitoring, incident management, automation, and security compliance.
- What technical skills are essential for this IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer role at FlexTrade?
- Essential technical skills include solid experience with Windows Server and Linux, hands-on scripting and automation (especially PowerShell), experience with AWS Cloud and Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, and familiarity with monitoring tools like Zabbix. A good understanding of infrastructure fundamentals is also crucial.
- Is this IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer position remote, hybrid, or on-site in Paris?
- This IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer position is based in our Paris team. While FlexTrade offers a flexible working environment, the role requires on-site presence in Paris for day-to-day operations and team collaboration.
- What opportunities for growth are available for an IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer at FlexTrade?
- FlexTrade offers long-term career growth and skill development opportunities, exposure to both traditional and cloud environments, and a chance to work in a high-performance, mission-critical technical environment. The role balances operations, automation, and infrastructure evolution.
- What personal qualities are important for success as an IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer at FlexTrade?
- Key personal qualities include being autonomous and reliable, curious and motivated to learn, methodical and quality-oriented, able to communicate clearly in both French and English with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and comfortable working with international teams.
- Does FlexTrade require experience in financial services for the IT Infrastructure & Operations Engineer role?
- Experience in financial services or trading environments is listed as a 'Nice to Have,' not a strict requirement. While beneficial, the core requirements focus on your demonstrable experience in infrastructure, systems, or operations roles in production environments with the specified technical skills.