Junior DevOps Engineer/System Administrator

Junior DevOps Engineer/System Administrator


Job ID: mrp-885806

Woodridge, IL, US

Information Technology

Direct Hire,

$85000 - $120000

On-site

Other/Non Classified

Woodridge, IL, US

$85000 - $120000

Direct Hire,

Other/Non Classified

On-site

Information Technology

Job details

Junior DevOps Engineer An innovative trading technology organization is seeking a Junior DevOps Engineer to help strengthen and scale the infrastructure behind its real-time trading platforms. This opportunity is ideal for an early-career engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of systems, automation, and operations while gaining hands-on experience in a highly technical environment. As part of a collaborative engineering team, you’ll contribute to the stability, performance, and continuous improvement of mission-critical systems. You’ll have the chance to work with modern infrastructure technologies, support production environments, and help implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency across the organization.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 0-3 years of experience in DevOps, Systems Administration, Infrastructure Support, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience supporting both Linux and Windows-based systems
  • Ability to write scripts and automate tasks using tools such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Foundational understanding of networking concepts and connectivity troubleshooting
  • Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues
  • Experience querying and working with relational databases
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Comfortable working in an onsite, team-oriented environment

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Exposure to financial technology, trading platforms, or other performance-driven systems
  • Knowledge of source control tools and automated deployment practices
  • Experience using infrastructure monitoring and system health tools
  • Familiarity with physical server environments, hosting facilities, or data centers
  • Understanding of structured data formats such as JSON, XML, or similar technologies
  • Experience reviewing logs, network diagnostics, or system performance data
  • Interest in distributed systems, networking, and infrastructure architecture

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