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Senior Network Engineer - Low Latency Trading

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Senior Network Engineer - Low Latency Trading

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The Senior Network Engineer position at a leading algorithmic trading firm involves designing, building, and maintaining a global low-latency trading network. The role requires both project management and technical expertise to ensure high performance and availability across a vast network infrastructure. Candidates should have a strong background in networking protocols and experience with various networking devices, as well as a passion for technology and problem-solving.

Qualification

  • BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related IT field
  • 5-10 years of experience in low-latency and high-frequency trading environments
  • In-depth understanding of layer 2 and layer 3 network protocols
  • Experience with Arista, Cisco, and other networking devices
  • Familiarity with low-latency microwave networks and optical transmission systems
  • Experience with packet decoding and analysis tools like tcpdump and Wireshark
  • Excellent communication skills for technical documentation
  • Experience with Unix/Linux command line utilities

Responsibility

  • Design and manage large-scale network environments for low-latency trading
  • Collaborate with Systems and Trading Operations teams to build and monitor the trading network
  • Select products and design network architecture
  • Configure routing and troubleshoot network issues
  • Enhance performance and capacity of global trading and research platforms

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