Compute Windows Engineer

Location: Dallas, TX

Do you want to tackle the biggest questions in finance with near infinite compute power at your fingertips?

G-Research is a leading quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London and Dallas. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded.

This is a hybrid role based in our new Dallas infrastructure hub where we work on the latest technologies in a cutting-edge environment.

The Role

G-Research is a fast-growing, data-driven organisation. We use large-scale deployments of distributed systems to drive research and monitoring capabilities within the business.

We are looking for an experienced Compute Windows Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and enhancing our Windows-based infrastructure, which underpins our platform. You will cover a breadth of activities from managing and upgrading the current applications to researching and implementing new technologies.

We place a strong emphasis on 'Infrastructure as Code' and automation pipelines, alongside advanced troubleshooting and performance monitoring of the Windows estate.

Key Responsibilities

1. Automating zero-touch Windows build and decommission, using tools such as Ansible, Packer, Jenkins or similar
2. Managing the lifecycle of Windows based infrastructure, including patching, using tools such as Microsoft WSUS, and software package deployment tools
3. Developing tooling to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our Windows infrastructure as part of the wider platform
4. Managing Microsoft Remote Desktop Services infrastructure
5. Implementing and maintaining security best practices
6. Maintaining detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and policies

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an experienced Compute Engineer with a strong Windows engineering background and exceptional problem-solving skills.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

1. Strong automation skills using tools such as PowerShell, Python and Ansible
2. Knowledge of CI / CD and GitOps principles
3. Experience with managing Microsoft Active Directory, including core infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP and PKI
4. Experience with virtualisation environments, such as VMware vSphere
5. Experience with monitoring tooling, such as Prometheus and Grafana
6. Experience with secret management tools, such as Hashicorp Vault or similar
7. Advanced troubleshooting skills
8. Familiarity with Azure and AWS cloud technologies is beneficial

Why Should You Apply?

1. Market-leading compensation plus annual discretionary bonus
2. Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
3. Excellent paid time off allowance of 25 days
4. Sick days, military leave, and family and medical leave
5. Generous 401(k) plan
6. 16-weeks’ fully paid parental leave
7. Medical and Prescription, Dental, and Vision insurance
8. Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
9. Employee Assistance and Wellness programs
10. Generous relocation allowance and support
11. Great selection of office snacks, and hot and cold drinks
12. On-site gym and car parking

G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment. We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions.

We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section.