Cboe Global Markets · 9 hours ago
Senior Linux Platform Engineer - hybrid in Chicago, Kansas City or NYC
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$132K/yr - $163K/yr
5+ years expCboe Global Markets is a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, dedicated to building trusted markets powered by their people. They are seeking a Senior Linux Platform Engineer to manage and enhance their Linux-based systems, focusing on automation and collaboration with technology and operations teams to ensure optimal performance and security.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechInsuranceStock Exchanges
Responsibilities
Managing and improving our Linux-based infrastructure with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability
Designing, deploying, and maintaining on-premises Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads
Developing and maintaining system-level software, middleware, and APIs to support internal platforms and services
Automating system workflows and infrastructure tasks using Python, Bash, and configuration management tools like SaltStack
Building and maintaining RPM packages and internal software repositories
Collaborating with Application Support (SRE), Development, and Security teams to ensure secure, automated CI/CD and platform integration
Diagnosing and resolving complex system-level issues involving the OS, network, or container runtime
Implementing hardened security configurations, including system hardening, secure communications, and identity/access integration
Participating in an on-call rotation to support critical infrastructure services
Documenting architectures, tools, and operational processes to support long-term maintainability
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in Linux systems administration and infrastructure/platform engineering
Kubernetes platform engineering experience including designing resilient cluster architectures, leading cluster builds and establishing best practices for reliability, security and performance; experience with bare-metal and on-premises environments strongly preferred (e.g., with kubeadm, RKE, or OpenShift)
Strong scripting and automation skills in Python and Bash
In-depth knowledge of Linux internals, kernel tuning, and performance diagnostics
Hands-on experience with SaltStack (preferred), Puppet, or Ansible for configuration management
Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Loki
Solid understanding of core infrastructure protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, NTP/PTP, DHCP, etc.)
Experience managing CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or similar
Strong troubleshooting skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Preferred
Certifications such as RHCE or LFCE
Experience with container runtimes (containerd, Docker) and registry management
Knowledge of GitOps workflows or tools like ArgoCD or Flux
Background in security best practices and compliance (e.g., CIS benchmarks, STIGs)
Prior experience in highly regulated or low-latency environments
Benefits
Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
Employee referral bonus program
Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities
Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
Generous charitable giving company match
Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers
Company
Cboe Global Markets
Cboe Global Markets (Cboe) is the leading exchange network for global derivatives, foreign exchange, digital asset and securities trading solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Ed Tilly
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Curt Schumacher
CTO-VP
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