Junior DevOps Engineer/System Administrator Motion Recruitment - 3.7 Woodridge, IL Job Details 18 hours ago Qualifications Linux support Tooling Windows IP networking Windows support Query management Server management automation Linux administration Production troubleshooting Full Job Description 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