Platform Operations Specialist

As a Platform Operations Specialist, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of Nasdaq's trading systems and market operations.

You'll thrive in this position if you're diligent, technically skilled, and passionate about keeping global markets running smoothly. You bring a global perspective, a calm approach under pressure, and a commitment to delivering seamless service in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production systems in real time, identify emerging issues, and troubleshoot software, hardware, and capacity problems to maintain uptime and performance.
• Support daily market operations, including system startup and shutdown procedures, application updates, and recovery processes.
• Collaborate with clients, network providers, and internal teams to resolve connectivity and technical issues quickly and effectively.
• Maintain operational documentation and procedures to support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Partner with developers and engineering teams to address operational challenges and implement scalable solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field / equivalent practical experience in data center, trading, or network operations.
• Several years of experience in technical operations, system administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrable understanding of Linux environments, including administration and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including protocols, routing, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Clear communicator with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and containerization or scripting tools.
• Certifications relevant to systems operations or infrastructure management.

This position will be located in Vilnius and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Benefits & Rewards

We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package that supports you and your family - inside and outside work.

The base pay range for this role is 3500 - 4500 EUR gross monthly. Actual pay depends on your skills, experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, we offer short-term incentives (bonus or commission) and long-term incentives (equity), where applicable, as well as the following benefits:

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares
• Pension plan with Nasdaq contribution
• 6 additional days off per year
• Work from (almost) anywhere – up to 20 days/year
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Health insurance
• Free gym, yoga & pilates classes and discounted in-office massages
• 24/7 mental health support for you and your family
• Global mentoring program
• Unlimited access to e-learning platforms
• Hybrid work setup
• Modern and comfortable work environment with fresh fruit, snacks, and weekly Fika breaks

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.

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.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.