Junior Systems Administrator - quant trading
London
£55,000-75,000 + bonus and benefits
Quant Capital is looking to speak to talented junior systems administrators and end-use computing talent for a role at a high profile algortihmic trading firm.
Our client is a leading algorithmic trading firm operating globally, specializing in providing consistent liquidity across various asset classes. With a daily trading volume in the 100's of $billions, they leverage cutting-edge technology and advanced computational techniques to deliver exceptional trading solutions in a collaborative culture.
We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level/junior End User Computing Technician to join the dynamic End User Computing team. This team is responsible for managing all technology used directly by employees, including Windows and Linux desktops, server infrastructure, audio-visual systems, and a range of enterprise applications.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide comprehensive support to staff in their use of technology.
* Assist with onboarding new starters, handling role changes, and managing offboarding processes.
* Install, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software across the offices.
* Support audio-visual systems, printing services, and facilities management.
* Troubleshoot and debug issues with users’ enterprise applications.
* Collaborate with third-party vendors during the installation of new systems.
* Participate in a weekend on-call rotation as needed.
Skills required
* Demonstrated interest and capability in technology, ideally with some programming experience. New graduates or candidates with up to three years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
* Proficiency in scripting and coding (experience with PowerShell is a plus).
* Strong customer support skills, including empathy, effective communication, patience, and active listening.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
* A productive and hard-working mindset.
* Academic qualifications at degree level, preferably in a STEM field or computer science.
This role suits a junior technologist who is bright and passionate about learning. In this exciting and fast paced industry, you can expect to grow quickly and gain great insight into complex computing systems.