Trading Systems Engineer

about 3 hours ago

Austin, TX, USA +4 more

Senior

Base Salary

$150k - $250k/yr

Responsibilities

Design, manage, automate, and optimize worldwide Linux-based trading infrastructure.
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across the stack.
Design and implement system installations and upgrades.
Deploy, configure, and test internal and external applications.
Resolve production-critical issues quickly and efficiently.
Benchmark and tune the performance of the trading stack.
Hold vendors accountable on performance and reliability issues.
Join an on-call rotation schedule to cover trading hours and weekend shifts.

7+ years of relevant experience supporting a live production environment, especially in trading.
Expert in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Linux systems.
Knowledge of Debian/Ubuntu is desirable.
Proficiency with configuration management tools, particularly SaltStack.
Advanced programming experience focusing on automation and integration, preferably in Python.
Advanced shell (bash) scripting experience.
Significant experience managing and debugging production trading services.
Strong cross-functional communication and organization skills.
Proven ability to manage assigned projects efficiently, ideally using JIRA.
Architect-level cloud experience in AWS or GCP is desirable, but not required.

Discretionary performance-based bonuses.
Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic life insurance and enrollment in retirement savings plans.
Sick and parental leave, as well as other paid time off including 20 vacation days and 10 paid holidays.

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