WHO WE ARE
Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker. For over 35 years, Optiver has been improving financial markets worldwide, making them more transparent and efficient for all participants. With more than 1,400 employees in offices around the world, we’re united in our commitment to improving the market through competitive pricing, execution and thorough risk management. By providing liquidity on multiple exchanges across the world, we actively trade on 70+ exchanges, where we’re trusted to always provide accurate buy and sell pricing – no matter the market conditions.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Optiver's Infrastructure Team is looking for cloud infrastructure engineers with experience in building & supporting hybrid cloud infrastructure & services at scale. These infrastructure & services are used across our trading, research and technology teams. As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate closely with both our development & the infrastructure team to continuously evolve our infrastructure to meet the business' growing needs.
- Collaborate with our engineering teams & other stakeholders in identifying improvement opportunities.
- Design, build & support re-usable components of software & infrastructure for our cloud environments.
- Deliver build & release pipeline for software services & infrastructure in the cloud.
- Use infrastructure as code (terraform or equivalent) & config management to build & manage environments.
- Continuously review & manage risks associated with our cloud environments.
- Manage capacity planning of our growing cloud footprint.
- Troubleshoot OS (Linux), storage, and network issues associated with the cloud infrastructure.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
- A strong understanding of cloud computing technologies, architecture, infrastructure & automation tools.
- Experience in troubleshooting & resolving complex technical issues in a rapidly growing environment.
- Collaborative skills to work effectively with other team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to communicate technical information to both technical & non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to gauge business problems and prioritize tasks accordingly.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
- The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment.
- Competitive remuneration, including an attractive bonus structure and additional leave entitlements.
- Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
- Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages.
- Daily breakfast, lunch and an in-house barista.
- Regular social events including an annual company trip.
- A work-from-home allowance and support.
As an intentionally flat organisation, we believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We are passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued, and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is hardwired through every stage of our hiring process. We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.
Optiver Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
