Software Engineer - Infrastructure

@ Optiver

About the Role

Optiver is a leading trading firm driven by technology with over one thousand employees globally. Our mission includes pioneering our own trading strategies and systems, and as a Software Engineer - Infrastructure, you will join teams that build and manage our compute systems and infrastructure operations.

What You'll Do

You will participate in the design, implementation, and operation of systems to manage our infrastructure. You will work in teams, either focusing on Linux or Infra-Platform, and work closely with experts in the field.

• Design and implement provisioning, configuration management, and observability systems.
• Write and review Python code and leverage OSS contributions.
• Split time between development (80%) and operational tasks (20%).
• Participate in on-call rotations and operational monitoring.
• Plan and coordinate infrastructure changes with cross-functional teams.

Examples of Projects

You might help build next-generation observability stacks, develop a Terraform-like tool for infrastructure management, or automate critical operations to empower other teams.

What You'll Get

• Performance-based bonus structure and global profit pool.
• Collaboration with best-in-class professionals from over 40 countries.
• 25 paid vacation days and commuting benefits.
• Training opportunities with health insurance discounts.
• Office perks including meals, beverages and weekly activities.
• Competitive relocation packages and visa sponsorship when necessary.

Who You Are

You have a strong desire to automate work, a proactive approach to problem solving, and experience in real-life infrastructure operations. Proficiency in Python is preferred, along with exposure to Linux, networking, and infrastructure automation tools like Ansible.

Key skills/competency

• Python
• Infrastructure
• Automation
• Linux
• Networking
• Observability
• Deployment
• Provisioning
• Configuration
• Low latency