Platform Specialist - Windows and Virtualization
Platform Specialist (Windows and Virtualization)
Location: London (Hybrid)
We are partnered with a technology and data-driven Hedge Fund / Trading firm that designs and builds its own cutting-edge systems, from high-performance trading platforms to large scale data analysis and compute farms. They combine that with rigorous scientific research and brilliant minds and translate that into incredible financial returns!
The Role
As a Platform Specialist, you'll design, build, and manage Windows systems and virtualization infrastructure. Working with a global team of engineers, you'll deliver impactful projects, optimize systems, and develop advanced automation workflows.
Key Responsibilities
- Windows Infrastructure: Design, build, and manage on-premises and cloud-based Windows systems, including Active Directory.
- Virtualization: Optimize and oversee the global VMware vSphere and virtualization stack.
- VDI Systems: Manage virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) across on-premises and cloud environments.
- Messaging Platforms: Maintain and enhance the firm's messaging systems.
- Automation & Analytics: Develop advanced PowerShell workflows for automation, analytics, and self-healing systems.
Required Qualifications:
- 1-5 years of experience in Windows environments.
- Hands-on experience managing VMware vSphere setups.
- Familiarity with monitoring and telemetry tools like Prometheus and vRealize Operations/Aria.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python (PowerShell preferred).
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Nice-to-Have:
- Certifications: MCSE, VMware VCP/VCAP.
- Skills: OOP (C#, .NET), Infrastructure as Code, configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
- Experience managing O365 services.
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