Technology Graduate Programme – Platform Engineer

This technology graduate infrastructure role focuses on engineering high-performance compute clusters, managing petabyte-scale storage environments, and developing automated self-service infrastructure tools across Linux, Windows, and cloud platforms to support quantitative trading systems.

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives.

Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent.

Headquartered in London, we manage $228.7 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.

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About Man Group & Platform Engineering

Man Group is a global, technology-driven active investment management firm dedicated to delivering alpha and portfolio solutions for clients. At Man Group, technology and data are at the heart of everything we do, creating a dynamic environment where innovation meets investment management. 

Platform Engineering is the powerhouse behind our technology infrastructure. We equip investment teams with the tools to scale their strategies and operate effectively, from expansive data storage and high-performance computing in our data centres to massive on-premises database deployments and cutting-edge end-user devices. We are also responsible for keeping Man Group secure and automating infosec processes, ensuring seamless operations across the firm.

About the programme

Our Technology Graduate Programme begins with a 3-month bootcamp into software development followed by the opportunity to explore three Platform Engineering teams over two years. This includes Python Platform, Infrastructure (Linux. Windows, Networks, Storage, Databases, Infosec), End-User, and Architecture and Operations. 

You'll tackle impactful projects, receive formal training, gain mentorship from senior leaders and develop a thorough understanding of our business. Upon successfully completing the programme, you’ll be well-positioned to build a long-term career at Man Group

What can you learn?

• Managing large internal data centres with tens of thousands of cores and hundreds of terabytes of memory, running Python at scale.

• Building and managing Man Group’s infrastructure, both on-premises and in the cloud, using technologies such as Python, .Net, Linux, Windows Server, Databases and Storage Systems

• Writing software to automate infrastructure and creating flexible self-service technology for thousands of users across Man Group

• Maintaining reliable systems while administering petabyte-scale storage and large GPU deployments

• Operating and optimising global network interconnects within our data centres.

• Working closely with business stakeholders in a dynamic environment.

Who are we looking for? 

Join us as an Associate Engineer in the Platform Engineering department and you'll be part of a team that builds and runs the platform powering Man Group's hedge funds. 

Key skills & experiences: 

• Experience working with any of the following programming or scripting languages: C#/ Java/ Python/ Powershell/ C++

• Your technical experience may have been gained through open source maintenance, 2+ years of relevant industry experience, or as a recent graduate or currently studying for a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related discipline

• Understanding of how source control and continuous deployment workflows work with tools like git

• Experience administrating operating systems e.g. Linux, Windows or MacOS and understanding of cloud technologies

• Self-organised with the ability to prioritise and effectively manage time across multiple projects

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills 

• Exceptional troubleshooting skills 

• Self-starter with a desire to learn and understand more about the business environment in which you work