11 months ago
Pune, IndiaStaff+
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain reliable Linux infrastructure for front-office trading systems.
- Support and maintain KDB databases, including data ingestion, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
- Implement monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve infrastructure issues.
- Develop and deploy automation scripts to reduce manual operational work.
- Respond to and resolve incidents while minimizing impact on trading activities.
- Collaborate with development and trading teams to understand requirements and provide reliable solutions.
- Create and maintain comprehensive systems and process documentation.
- Provide technical direction, advise senior stakeholders, manage risks and controls, and guide less experienced specialists.
Requirements
- Strong Linux system administration experience, including shell scripting and performance tuning.
- Foundational knowledge of KDB architecture, the q query language, and data management.
- Experience with front-office trading platforms and their operational requirements.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work under pressure.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with REST APIs and Python APIs is valued.
- Knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms for data storage and processing is valued.
- Experience with Ansible, Puppet, or Chef is valued.
Benefits
- The role is based in Pune.
About Barclays
Barclays is a UK‑based universal bank that provides retail and commercial banking, credit cards (Barclaycard), wealth management, and investment banking to consumers, businesses, and institutions. Publicly listed in London and New York, it generates revenue from net interest income, fees, and markets activities, and operates across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and Asia. Founded in 1690 and headquartered in London, it serves customers through digital channels and a branch network.