TechOps Engineer (System Administrator)
Talos helps institutions trade digital assets by providing unified access to exchanges, OTC desks, and prime brokers through advanced execution technology.
About Talos
Talos helps financial institutions access digital asset markets through integrated trading and portfolio management technology. With it, users can execute trades across multiple venues, access algorithmic trading tools, and manage portfolios with real-time risk monitoring. Talos streamlines institutional digital asset operations through a single platform. The company acquired Coin Metrics in 2025.
Skills
About the Role
You will manage day-to-day system administration tasks across cloud and SaaS environments and administer identity and access management across multi-cloud platforms. You will develop and maintain infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code, maintain and troubleshoot Linux-based systems, and monitor and optimize cloud spend. You will manage hardware and software lifecycle, support deployment of AI tools and automation solutions, and collaborate with engineering and TechOps teams to improve developer experience. You will provide technical support, documentation, and mentorship to junior team members and identify process improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in a System Administrator, DevOps adjacent, or TechOps role
- Strong experience with cloud platforms and IAM (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools for IT Administration (e.g., Terraform)
- Solid Linux administration and troubleshooting skills
- Experience managing SaaS applications and identity providers (e.g., Okta, Google Workspace, MDM tools)
- Understanding of networking fundamentals and security best practices
- Experience or interest in AI tools and their application in operational workflows
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and operate effectively in a dynamic environment
- Scripting experience e.g., Python, Bash
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day system administration tasks across cloud and SaaS environments
- Administer identity and access management (IAM) across multi-cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP)
- Develop and maintain infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform
- Maintain and troubleshoot Linux-based systems and core infrastructure services
- Monitor and optimise cloud spend, supporting FinOps initiatives and cost-efficiency strategies
- Manage hardware and software lifecycle, including procurement and asset tracking
- Support deployment and integration of AI tools and automation solutions to improve operational workflows
- Collaborate with engineering and TechOps teams to enhance developer experience (DevEx)
- Provide technical support, documentation, and mentorship to junior team members
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency
Benefits
- Retirement plan contributions
- Unlimited vacation plus a PTO bonus
- Bonus and stock ownership
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave for 20 weeks after 1 year of service
- Global offsites and team outings
- One-time at-home office set-up stipend
- Monthly wellness credit
- In-office lunch credit
- Annual donation matching
- Catered lunches and in-office snacks and drinks
