Trading Systems Engineer:

I am seeking a talented Systems Support Engineer to join a dynamic team at a first-class quantitative hedge-fund. As a key member of the operations team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation and optimization of production trading technologies across multiple asset classes. You will be responsible for designing and implementing robust support processes, maintaining system availability, and developing automation tools to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing robust support processes to ensure seamless operations, software deployment, and proactive monitoring of production trading technologies.
• Ensuring uninterrupted availability of trading systems to capitalize on key trading opportunities across several asset classes.
• Supporting production systems for diverse trading groups, maintaining uptime and performance.
• Developing custom process automation and monitoring tools to streamline operations.
• Assisting in deploying and maintaining proprietary trading systems in a multi-platform environment, predominantly Linux.
• Investigating and resolving trading system incidents caused by internal or external factors, ensuring minimal downtime and impact on trading activities.
• Automating software configuration and deployment procedures to minimize errors and enhance change management processes.
• Providing technical support for core market connectivity, liaising with exchanges to address trade order issues promptly.

Requirements:

• 3 years of Linux experience, with CentOS and/or Ubuntu preferred.
• Previous involvement in supporting electronic trading systems within the financial sector.
• Proficient troubleshooting skills in trading systems, Linux OS, and network communications.
• Strong scripting in Python.
• Experience supporting high-performance applications, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with FIX and Binary.