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UNIX/Linux Hands-On Architect (Open)
The UNIX/Linux Hands-On Architect is responsible for the design and implementation of scalable, robust and secure UNIX/Linux infrastructures and plays a key role in Northern Trust's digital transformation. The candidate will work on the development of hybrid cloud solutions, security and compliance standards, and performance and scalability optimizations.
Job description
Tasks
- Architecture design and implementation:
- Design and implementation of scalable, robust and secure UNIX/Linux infrastructures
- Development and maintenance of architecture roadmaps that are aligned with business objectives
- Technical leadership and mentoring of the UNIX/Linux team
- Ensuring consistency and standardization throughout the company's UNIX/Linux environment
- Architecture of solutions for hybrid cloud environments
- Hybrid cloud strategy:
- Lead the design and implementation of hybrid cloud solutions that integrate on-premises and cloud-based UNIX/Linux systems
- Optimizing workload placement and resource utilization in hybrid environments
- Implementation and technical management:
- Leading the implementation of new or existing UNIX/Linux infrastructure projects
- Technical leadership and mentoring of the UNIX/Linux team
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate UNIX/Linux systems with other platforms
- Security and compliance:
- Architecture of solutions that meet the strict security standards and regulatory requirements of the financial sector
- Implementation and maintenance of security best practices for UNIX/Linux systems
- Work with security teams to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
- Design and implementation of secure access and authentication mechanisms
- Carrying out regular safety assessments and implementing necessary improvements
- Performance and scalability:
- Design of high-performance systems capable of handling enterprise-wide workloads
- Implementation of monitoring and optimization strategies to ensure system reliability and performance
Requirements
- Qualifications in computer science, information technology or a related field
- Experience in UNIX/Linux system administration and architecture
- Extensive experience in a senior architect role within the financial services industry
- Strong practical experience with enterprise-wide UNIX/Linux systems (e.g. Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Oracle Linux, IBM AIX)
- Extensive knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures and technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architectures
We offer
- A unique opportunity to shape the future of our company-wide UNIX/Linux infrastructure and play an important role in our digital transformation journey
- A flexible and collaborative work environment in an organization where financial strength and stability are assets that allow us to explore new ideas
- A work environment with a greater purpose, where movement within the organization is encouraged and leaders are accessible
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