Talantix.io
Galaxy•06.03.26
AI SCORE 8.5

VP, Systems Engineer - Remote Opportunity

$150K–$200K/year
RemoteCrypto/Web3
Linux•Automation•Python•Bash•Networking•Cloud Services•Data Center Operations

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on VP, Systems Engineer to join our team at Galaxy, a leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure. This remote VP, Systems Engineer role is crucial for owning and evolving our mission-critical infrastructure.

What You'll Do

  • Design, build, deploy, operate, and maintain a hybrid infrastructure that supports high-reliability financial systems.
  • Perform hands-on work in live production data centers, including hardware installation and troubleshooting.
  • Implement automation and configuration management to manage systems at scale.
  • Establish end-to-end monitoring and observability for the systems you operate.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and lead incident response efforts.
  • Ensure systems comply with security and compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineering and product teams to support deployments and system evolution.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across infrastructure.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience as a systems engineer or in a similar role.
  • Deep practical experience with Linux systems in production environments.
  • Experience operating both cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience in physical data centers, including installing and troubleshooting servers.
  • Strong automation skills with scripting languages like Bash or Python.
  • Experience in designing monitoring and observability systems.
  • Familiarity with networking concepts such as TCP/IP and DNS.
  • Proven production ownership and participation in on-call rotations.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in fintech, crypto, or high-reliability financial systems.
  • Exposure to blockchain infrastructure.
  • Experience with containerized workloads and orchestration platforms.
  • Background in high-performance systems.
  • Familiarity with security operations and compliance frameworks.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus.
  • Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their dependents.
  • Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions.
  • Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry.
  • Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects in the rapidly evolving crypto space while working remotely.

Salary Range
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Optional
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Bonus
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Who Will Succeed Here

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Proficient in Linux system administration with hands-on experience in deploying and managing cloud services like AWS or Azure, demonstrating the ability to optimize performance and troubleshoot issues in a high-availability environment.

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Strong automation skills using Python and Bash scripting to streamline data center operations, showcasing an innovative mindset to enhance efficiency and reduce manual workloads in a remote work setting.

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Extensive experience in networking protocols and data center infrastructure, with a proactive approach to staying updated on the latest technologies and best practices to ensure robust and secure systems.

Learning Resources

→Linux Command Line Basicscourse
→Python for System Administratorscourse
→Cloud Infrastructure Overviewguide

Career Path

VP, Systems Engineer(Now)→Director of Infrastructure Engineering(1-2 years)→Chief Technology Officer (CTO)(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$30B
Annual Growth
8.5%
AI Adoption in Linux Systems
40%
Investment in Cloud Services
+25%
Labour Demand for Systems Engineers
+15%
Avg Salary for VP Systems Engineer
$180K

Skills & Requirements

Required
LinuxAutomationPython
Growing in Demand
KubernetesAnsibleDocker
Declining
PerlSysV Init

Domain Trends

Rise of Containerization
The adoption of container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is expected to increase by 50% in the next two years, as organizations seek to improve deployment speed and resource efficiency.
Shift to Multi-Cloud Strategies
Approximately 70% of enterprises are adopting multi-cloud strategies, leading to increased demand for professionals skilled in cloud services and Linux-based environments.
Automation and DevOps Integration
The integration of automation tools in DevOps practices is projected to grow by 60%, emphasizing the need for skills in automation technologies alongside Linux expertise.

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