Platform Operations Specialist

Nasdaq is a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where everyone is encouraged to take initiative, challenge the status quo, and take intelligent risks. We want everyone to feel welcome and bring their authentic self to work. Every day, we build a culture where we all feel connected, supported, and empowered.

Now, we are looking to hire a Platform Operations Specialist to strengthen our operations team and ensure the detailed performance of our pioneering market platforms.

About the Team:

Our Platform Operations team is responsible for the reliable functioning of Nasdaq's critical market systems and infrastructure. The team handles operational excellence across our platforms, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency for services that power global financial markets.

About the Role:

In this role, you will operate and maintain our platforms, handling incoming issues, solving incidents, and proactively improving our systems. You'll be responsible for performance testing and recovery procedures for different releases. You'll also participate in exciting projects to enhance and introduce improvements, new products, and entirely new platforms. You can expect an autonomous but fast-paced work environment where you are recognized for your results and ability to drive initiatives forward.

You will be responsible for:

• Designing, planning, and deploying changes to existing systems for operational excellence, as well as implementing new solutions to enhance how we test, deploy, maintain, and operate
• Maintaining operational documentation needed for second-line operation
• Leading projects and independently carrying out our parts of large implementation projects
• Handling incoming issues, incident solving, requirements gathering, and launching new releases
• Enhancing processes and implementing automation

What we expect:

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience
• Extensive experience in DevOps, System Administration, Network, Application Operations, or other related areas
• Demonstrated expertise in Linux/Unix
• Extensive experience with Terraform
• Excellent knowledge and experience in AWS services and architecture
• Extensive working experience with EKS/EKS-A
• Extensive knowledge creating and managing CI/CD pipelines, experience in Git/GitLab
• Proven knowledge of scripting and automation
• Excellent language skills in written and spoken English
• The ability to learn Nasdaq's own systems combined with a great work ethic
• AWS certificates would be a plus

What we offer:

• Annual monetary bonus
• An opportunity to become a Nasdaq shareholder
• Employee Stock Purchase Program Nasdaq stocks with a discount
• III pillar pension plan with additional contribution from Nasdaq
• Flexible health insurance program
• Flexible working schedule and hybrid way of work
• Additional paid leave days after 2 years of working at Nasdaq
• Flex day program (up to 6 paid days off a year)
• Internal mentorship program – get a mentor or become one
• Wide selection of online learning resources, e.g., Udemy and many more

Here, we're committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Not only is it our responsibility to do better, but we also need representative voices to power the fresh thinking that is vital for our business and our clients.

What happens now?
This is a full-time permanent position located in Vilnius. Nasdaq offers a hybrid workplace to find a balance between working from home and collaborating in the office, therefore it's required to come into the office at least 2 days per week.

If you think you would thrive in this role, then we would love to hear from you!

Monthly base salary range: 3500 - 3800 EUR gross. The final offer will be based on your experience and skills.

Follow the link to apply in English. As the selection process is ongoing, we might close the position earlier than the last application day.

Individuals applying for or occupying this position must have no previous unspent convictions for criminal offences under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Lithuania, with the exception of offences solely related to minor road traffic violations.

About Nasdaq Vilnius

Our Vilnius office is in the modern K29 business center, easily accessed via bus, but we also offer bike storage. Our working space offers an appealing, ergonomic environment, kitchen spaces, and an in-house library. The building hosts a canteen and vending machine as well as restaurants and shops within walking distance.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.