Head of Infrastructure
Location: New York City, NY
About Us: We are a leading hedge fund in New York City, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive our investment strategies. We seek a skilled Head of Infrastructure to lead our team and ensure robust, scalable, and efficient IT infrastructure.
Position Overview: The Head of Infrastructure will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. This role requires strategic thinking and a strong background in financial services and leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the infrastructure team in designing and maintaining IT infrastructure.
- Develop and execute infrastructure strategies aligned with business goals.
- Manage on-premises and cloud-based systems.
- Collaborate with departments for seamless integration of infrastructure solutions.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the infrastructure team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master's preferred.
- 10+ years in IT infrastructure roles, with 5+ years in leadership.
- Extensive experience with on-premises, cloud, and hybrid platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Proven track record in designing cost-effective, scalable, and secure infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of networking, security, and compliance.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in financial services, particularly hedge funds or investment management.
- Relevant certifications (AWS, Azure, etc.).
- Knowledge of FinOps principles.
- Experience with infrastructure automation and orchestration tools.
- Familiarity with containerization and microservices architectures.
Why Join Us:
- Work with a dynamic and innovative team.
- Competitive compensation, including salary, bonuses, and benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
Desired Skills and Experience
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master's preferred.
10+ years in IT infrastructure roles, with 5+ years in leadership.
Extensive experience with on-premises, cloud, and hybrid platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Proven track record in designing cost-effective, scalable, and secure infrastructure.
Strong knowledge of networking, security, and compliance.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in financial services, particularly hedge funds or investment management.
Relevant certifications (AWS, Azure, etc.).
Knowledge of FinOps principles.
Experience with infrastructure automation and orchestration tools.
Familiarity with containerization and microservices architectures.
