Information Technology Manager

A key Optimus client in the commodities trading space is currently seeking a Senior Manager of Information Technology to join their team located in Austin, TX! Our client is building out a new trading function and so a startup mindset is key! We are looking for a strong leader to oversee the Software Development and infrastructure functions with a need of operational experience and an architectural focus. Please send your resume to

Requirements:

• Lead day-to-day IT operations with a hands-on approach.
• Contribute to a strategic vision for future growth in collaboration and with support from both US and EU colleagues.
• Software Development and Architecture: Act as a Software Development Lead and Solution Architect, leveraging strong architecture skills and experience, to establish a US system landscape. Being a co-driver in driving the migration process of IT systems, ensuring smooth transitions and scalability.
• Work closely with both US and EU colleagues to ensure information and experience sharing.
• Provide leadership to colleagues working in both US (Austin) and DK (remote).
• Possess a start-up mindset attitude with an ability to work in a fast-paced, start-up environment where it’s required to balance different roles at the same time.
• Several years of experience within IT, ideally in different roles and especially in solution architecture. Prior experience in a trading company is a significant plus, but is not a requirement.

Technology Stack:

• F# (.NET, ASP.NET ) – as the main platform
• Python / TypeScript – when it fits a task better
• Docker / Kubernetes – to make the deployment experience seamless
• InfluxDB - persisting time series data
• Kafka - to communicate between systems