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Unix Shell Scripting Engineer

Global IT FamilyBoston, MA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 26 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive in this role by leveraging your extensive Unix/Linux and scripting expertise to automate critical processes and ensure the stability of applications within a leading investment bank. This long-term, onsite opportunity in Boston offers a chance to deepen your skills in a reputable financial institution and contribute directly to high-impact engineering solutions.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Boston, MA, United States
Posted
2 weeks ago

Job Description

Position: Unix Shell Scripting Engineer
Location: Boston, MA (Onsite – Customer Office)
Industry: Investment Banking
Duration: Long Term
 
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Senior Unix Shell Scripting Engineer with 8+ years of experience to support critical applications for a leading US-based Investment Bank. The role requires strong Unix/Linux expertise, scripting skills, and experience in production support and automation. This is a 100% onsite position in Boston, MA.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize Unix Shell (Korn Shell/Bash) scripts.
  • Automate operational tasks, batch jobs, file transfers, and monitoring.
  • Provide production support and troubleshoot Unix/Linux application issues.
  • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and database teams.
  • Support application deployments and production releases.
  • Ensure system stability, performance, and operational efficiency.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation.
Required Skills:
  • 8+ years of experience with Unix/Linux and Shell Scripting (Korn Shell/Bash).
  • Strong knowledge of Unix commands, AWK, SED, GREP, Cron, and process management.
  • Experience with SQL and Oracle or other relational databases.
  • Familiarity with Git and file transfer protocols (SFTP/SCP).
  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and automation skills.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience in Investment Banking or Financial Services.
  • Knowledge of Control-M, Autosys, or similar scheduling tools.
  • Exposure to Python, Perl, Jenkins, or Ansible is a plus.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor''''''''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work directly with customer teams in an onsite environment.

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