System Engineer Python ID #00141

Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina, is preferable; other locations are in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Bolivia.

Type of work: Remote, full-time,

Technologies: Linux, Python, Python automation, Jira, GitLab,

Description: We are looking for an experienced System Engineer to join our support team. We are seeking an exceptionally talented engineer to join our team responsible for various core platforms within the product.

The customer develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a variety of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on exploiting market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a sustainable, global investment platform.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate within cross-functional teams to improve user experience and streamline software deployment processes.
Develop and implement software solutions using open-source and enterprise-grade tools.
Enhance system automation and maintain robust, scalable infrastructure using Python and other automation tools.
Provide troubleshooting support for existing products and systems, ensuring high reliability and performance.
Integrate GitLab CI/CD processes with JIRA for seamless workflow and issue tracking across the development lifecycle.
Optimize GitLab runners and deployment pipelines from configuration down to BareMetal infrastructure.
Support continuous improvement by participating in Agile development processes and contributing to sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
Required Qualifications:
Strong expertise in GitLab, particularly in managing CI/CD pipelines and runners down to BareMetal infrastructure.
Proficiency in Python programming, with a focus on writing scripts for automation, testing, and troubleshooting.
In-depth knowledge of Linux environments for managing and deploying system components.
Experience working with JIRA and integrating it with GitLab for seamless project management.
A solid understanding of DevOps principles, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) best practices.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards learning and adapting to new tools and technologies.
Strong communication in English to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Spanish as a plus.
Experience in Agile development environments, with exposure to Scrum or Kanban methodologies.