Enterprise Infrastructure Engineering Lead

<p>Optiver is looking for an experienced and hands-on Infrastructure Lead to join our US Enterprise Infrastructure Engineering team in Chicago. In this role, you’ll lead a small team of high-performing engineers, drive technical initiatives across our hybrid infrastructure, and collaborate closely with global stakeholders. You’ll be responsible for both technical delivery and team development — striking the balance between strategic leadership and deep technical expertise. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and automated infrastructure solutions.</p> <p><strong>What you'll do</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and mentor a team of infrastructure engineers based in Chicago</li> <li>Develop and manage the global Optiver Trading Workstation infrastructure. You’ll directly influence the front-end systems used by all traders in Optiver</li> <li>Drive automation and infrastructure-as-code best practices using tools like Python, PowerShell, and Terraform</li> <li>Own critical systems across VMware, Windows Server, NetApp, and related enterprise infrastructure</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally, ensuring reliability, scalability, and operational excellence</li> <li>Be a culture carrier — shaping team values, communication practices, and ways of working</li> <li>Influence long-term technical direction and provide strategic input on how infrastructure evolves to meet business needs</li> <li>Ensure observability and proactive system monitoring across all platforms</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you'll get</strong></p> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1922">You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets.</p> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2260">In addition, you’ll receive:</p> <ul class="ak-ul" data-indent-level="1"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2292">The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries</p> </li> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2390">Highly competitive compensation package including performance-based bonus structure</p> </li> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2674">401(k) match up to 50%</p> </li> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2700">Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage</p> </li> <li> <p data-renderer