Role & seniority: Systems & Automation Engineer; 100% remote; supports trading systems; on-call rotation.

Stack/tools: Windows Server/Windows 11 (production), Active Directory, Group Policy, Linux administration, Python scripting for automation, networking basics (DNS, HTTP/S, TCP/IP); Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune; monitoring dashboards and deployment workflows.

Top 3 responsibilities

Oversee operation and maintenance of trading systems to ensure production stability and continuity.
Design, build, and maintain Python-based automation for operational tooling, monitoring, dashboards, and deployment workflows.
Administer Windows systems (config mgmt, patching, performance tuning, incident response); manage identity/endpoint/access; support security hardening and continuous monitoring; provide on-call coverage.

Must-have skills

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (technical preferred)
Production experience with Windows Server and Windows 11
Hands-on Active Directory and Group Policy
Linux administration for operations/troubleshooting
Networking fundamentals (DNS, HTTP/S, TCP/IP)
Python scripting for automation
Identity/endpoint management knowledge; strong independent work and cross-team collaboration

Nice-to-haves

Experience in a trading/production environment
Familiarity with Microsoft ecosystem tools (M365, Entra ID, Intune)

Location & work type: Remote work (100% remote); potential reference to Chicago mar

Full Description

Job Description Systems & Automation Engineer, Work From Home We are seeking a talented and motivated Systems & Automation Engineer to join the trading team. This position is 100% Remote.

Systems & Automation Engineer Responsibilities

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

Systems & Automation Engineer 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.