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Next Step Systems • Chicago, Illinois, United States
Salary: $100,000 - $200,000 / year
Role & seniority
Systems & Automation Engineer (onsite)
Seniority: mid-level to senior experience expected
Stack/tools
Windows: Windows Server, Windows 11; Active Directory, Group Policy
Linux (operational/troubleshooting)
Networking basics: DNS, HTTP/S, TCP/IP
Python scripting for automation, tooling, monitoring, deployment
Identity/endpoint management: Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, related services
On-call rotation
Top 3 responsibilities
Oversee operation and maintenance of production trading systems for continuity and stability
Design/build/maintain Python-based automation for tooling, monitoring, dashboards, and deployment workflows
Administer Windows systems, manage patching, performance tuning, incident response; support identity/endpoint management and security initiatives
Must-have skills
Bachelor’s or Associate degree (technical preferred)
Production experience with Windows Server and Windows 11
Hands-on Active Directory and Group Policy administration
Proficiency with Linux for operational use
Networking fundamentals and Python automation
IAM/endpoint management knowledge; strong independent work and project ownership
Effective cross-functional communication
Nice-to-haves
Experience in trading/financial environment
Security hardening, vulnerability remediation, continuous monitoring
Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune
On-site availability and on-call
Job Description Systems & Automation Engineer, Onsite We are seeking a talented and motivated Systems & Automation Engineer to join the trading team. This position is 100% Onsite and not open for Remote.
Oversee the operation and maintenance of the trading systems, guaranteeing continuity and stability in a production trading environment.
Design, build, and maintain Python-based automation to support operational tooling, monitoring, dashboards, and deployment workflows.
Administer and support Windows systems, including configuration management, patching, performance tuning, and incident response.
Manage identity, endpoint, and access platforms across the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and related services.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across systems, applications, and core networking components in a multi-platform environment.
Support operational security initiatives such as system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring.
On call coverage in a team rotation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferably in a technical area such as computer science or engineering.
Experience administering Windows Server and Windows 11 in a production environment.
Hands-on knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy, including Active Director architecture, user, device, and policy management.
Proficiency administering Linux systems for operational and troubleshooting purposes.
Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DNS, HTTP/S, TCP/IP, and related protocols.
Experience writing Python scripts to automate operational tasks and improve system reliability.
Familiarity with identity, access, and endpoint management concepts and tools.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and own projects end-to-end.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision spending account, health savings account, 50K life insurance policy, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, 401K, tuition reimbursement, etc.
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Compensation: USD100000 - USD200000 - yearly