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Performance Engineer at IMC | Amsterdam

IMC TradingAmsterdam, Netherlands
On-site Full-time

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Your Core ResponsibilitiesBlack Box Reverse Engineering and Analysis: Utilize black-box analysis techniques to understand complex system behaviors, pinpointing performance bottlenecks and optimization prospects. Design and conduct statistical experiments to elucidate real-world phenomena. Quantitative Research: Harness large datasets to enhance understanding of exchange technology. Experimentation & Prototyping: Develop, implement, and assess cutting-edge ideas, experiments, and technologies. Create rapid internal prototypes to gauge performance and practical applicability. Collaboration & Communication: Work effectively with traders, software and hardware engineers, and infrastructure teams to share insights and implement solutions. System Analysis: Analyze vast amounts of network data to discern patterns, validate hypotheses, and optimize system performance. Your Skills and ExperienceStrong understanding of computer internals, networking, and Linux (at least two of the three). Proficient in reverse engineering techniques. Curiosity-driven individual with a detective-like mindset. Think Sherlock Holmes on a quest for the elusive microsecond. Comprehension of intricate, custom networks and networking stacks. Experience in data and system analysis using Python. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision following internal training. Capable of functioning autonomously while contributing to a multidisciplinary team, consistently seeking competitive advantages.

About the job

At the forefront of modern electronic trading, technology plays a critical role. IMC is on the lookout for exceptionally motivated individuals to leverage quantitative research methodologies and hands-on experimentation within the technology utilized by exchanges, connectivity providers, and our proprietary systems. Your mission will be to devise innovative strategies that enable us to outperform competitors in the fiercely competitive realm of ultra-low-latency trading.

As a Performance Engineer at IMC, you will be integral in analyzing, optimizing, and fine-tuning the interaction of our systems with exchange technologies. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will be charged with identifying performance enhancements throughout the trading stack. This position merges technical expertise with innovative problem-solving to strategically outmaneuver the competition in a highly demanding technical environment.

About IMC Trading

IMC is a global market maker that utilizes advanced technology and quantitative research to engage in electronic trading across various financial markets. Our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence empowers our teams to thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve in providing liquidity and enhancing market efficiency.

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