Trading Support Engineer -- HFT & Market-Making Buyside Firm

Our client, a leading HFT and market maker, seeks a dedicated and technically skilled individual to thrive in a dynamic environment while applying their expertise in a diverse technical capacity.

Requirements

• Take ownership of critical incidents by diagnosing root causes, minimizing operational impact, and leading post-mortem analyses to prevent future occurrences.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of distributed, multi-server trading systems.
• Serve as the primary resource for traders by offering hands-on support on the trade floor and direct application assistance.
• Oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) coordination and management of production software releases to ensure stability and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with Operations and Development teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex production challenges.
• Design and implement effective monitoring and logging solutions to enhance system reliability and visibility.
• Automate and streamline workflows by creating scripts and tools to promote operational excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement by proactively identifying areas for enhancement and recommending better processes or tools.
• Participate in occasional after-hours support and testing as necessary to ensure uninterrupted operations.