Solutions Architect

Job Title: Solutions Architect

Company: Multi-strat Hedge Fund

Overview: As a Solutions Architect, you'll design optimal architectures and advise on cost-effective, high-performance infrastructure. Collaborate with our software and investment teams to ensure our infrastructure is efficient and economical.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement top-notch on-premises and cloud architectures.

• Offer advice on cost-efficient infrastructure usage and strategies.

• Work with development and operations teams to maximize resource efficiency.

• Perform infrastructure assessments and suggest improvements.

• Keep current with the latest infrastructure and cloud computing technologies.

• Train and guide teams on infrastructure management, optimization, and FinOps principles.

Core Tech Stack:

• Cloud Cost Management: Cloudability, CloudHealth, CloudCheckr, etc.

• Infrastructure Management: VMware, Nutanix, Kubernetes, Terraform.

• Public Cloud: AWS, Azure.

• Scripting and Automation: Python, Bash, etc.

• Monitoring and Analytics: Prometheus, Grafana.

• Operating Systems: Linux, Windows.

Ideal Candidate:

• Ambitious self-starter.

• Keen to learn and advance in FinOps, infrastructure, and cloud tech.

• Focused on operational efficiency.

• Excellent communicator.

• Able to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.

• Problem solver with strong analytical skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• At least 7 years of experience in infrastructure architecture and advisory roles.

• Strong expertise in on-premises, cloud (AWS, Azure), and hybrid infrastructure platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement cost-efficient, scalable architectures.

• In-depth knowledge of networking, security, and compliance in complex environments.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Superior communication and presentation abilities.

• Proven track record of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Bonus points for:

• FinOps certification or relevant training.

• Certification in public cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Expertise in IT financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Active participation in technology communities or recognized thought leadership in infrastructure optimization.

• Proficiency with infrastructure automation and orchestration tools.

• Familiarity with containerization and microservices architectures.