UNIX/Linux Hands-On Architect

Employment Type: Full Time Location Type: Hybrid Salary: Not specified

Position Overview

Northern Trust is seeking an experienced UNIX/Linux Hands-On Architect to lead the design, implementation, and road mapping of their enterprise-scale UNIX/Linux infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services technology and a proven track record of architecting and implementing scalable, robust, compliant, and secure systems in a hybrid cloud environment.

Requirements

• Strong background in UNIX/Linux administration and architecture
• Proven track record of architecting and implementing scalable, robust, and secure systems
• Experience in financial services technology
• Expertise in hybrid cloud environments
• Knowledge of security best practices for UNIX/Linux systems
• Understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity principles
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices

Responsibilities

Architecture Design and Implementation

• Design and implement scalable, robust, and secure UNIX/Linux infrastructure solutions.
• Develop and maintain architectural roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure consistency and standardization across the enterprise UNIX/Linux environment.
• Architect solutions for hybrid cloud environments.

Hybrid Cloud Strategy

• Lead the design and implementation of hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-premises and cloud-based UNIX/Linux systems.
• Optimize workload placement and resource utilization across hybrid environments.

Implementation and Technical Leadership

• Lead the implementation of new & existing UNIX/Linux infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the UNIX/Linux team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate UNIX/Linux systems with other platforms.

Security and Compliance

• Architect solutions that meet stringent financial industry security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain security best practices for UNIX/Linux systems.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Design and implement secure access and authentication mechanisms.
• Conduct regular security assessments and implement necessary improvements.

Performance and Scalability

• Design high-performance, scalable systems capable of handling enterprise-level workloads.
• Implement monitoring and optimization strategies to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Ensure infrastructure can scale to meet growing business demands.

Automation and DevOps

• Develop automation strategies to improve efficiency and reduce manual interventions.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for UNIX/Linux environments.
• Foster a DevOps culture, promoting collaboration between development and operations teams.

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

• Design and implement robust disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.

Company Information

Northern Trust is a Fortune 500 company, a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.