Trading Systems Engineer
Description For Trading Systems Engineer
DRW is a well-established trading firm with a 30-year track record of excellence in global markets. As a Trading Systems Engineer, you'll join their Application Support team, playing a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing their trading infrastructure. The position combines technical expertise with business acumen, requiring strong skills in Linux systems, SQL, and trading protocols.
The role involves supporting mission-critical trading systems across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and cryptoassets. You'll be responsible for ensuring maximum system availability, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and developing automation tools to enhance operational efficiency. The position requires a blend of technical knowledge and business understanding, as you'll be working directly with traders and various technical teams.
DRW offers a unique environment where you'll work with sophisticated technology while having the autonomy to make impactful decisions. The company trades using its own capital, allowing for quick pivots to capture market opportunities. They've expanded beyond traditional trading into real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets, providing diverse exposure to different markets and technologies.
The ideal candidate should have a Computer Science degree, strong troubleshooting skills, and experience with trading systems and protocols. You'll need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, handling pressure effectively, and maintaining clear communication across global teams. The role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge trading technology while contributing to a firm that values innovation and integrity.
Working at DRW means joining a company that emphasizes respect, curiosity, and open-mindedness. The role requires participation in rotating on-call coverage, reflecting the 24/7 nature of global markets. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a challenging environment and wants to be at the intersection of technology and financial markets.
Responsibilities For Trading Systems Engineer
- Establish best-in-class production support and efficient software deployment
- Ensure maximum trading system availability
- Provide support for trading groups' production systems across asset classes
- Develop proprietary process automation and monitoring tools
- Troubleshoot trading system production incidents
- Automate software configuration and rollout procedures
- Support core market connectivity and correspond with exchanges
- Collaborate with various teams globally
- Build documentation for procedures and system architecture
- Coordinate with global support teams in 24x7 environment
Requirements For Trading Systems Engineer
- B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent degree
- Superior troubleshooting skills
- Experience with FIX protocol and alternative exchange protocols
- SQL experience including queries/updates/table creation
- Linux & Windows platform support experience
- Experience supporting electronic trading systems
- Knowledge of network communications including multicast networking
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivation and intellectual curiosity
- Ability to handle pressure and time constraints
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