Enterprise Infrastructure Engineering Lead

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. What you'll do • Lead and mentor a team of infrastructure engineers based in Chicago • Develop and manage the global Optiver Trading Workstation infrastructure. You’ll directly influence the front-end systems used by all traders in Optiver • Drive automation and infrastructure-as-code best practices using tools like Python, PowerShell, and Terraform • Own critical systems across VMware, Windows Server, NetApp, and related enterprise infrastructure • Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally, ensuring reliability, scalability, and operational excellence • Be a culture carrier — shaping team values, communication practices, and ways of working • Influence long-term technical direction and provide strategic input on how infrastructure evolves to meet business needs • Ensure observability and proactive system monitoring across all platforms What you'll get 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. In addition, you’ll receive: • The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries • Highly competitive compensation package including performance-based bonus structure • 401(k) match up to 50% • Comprehensive health