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Senior Network Engineer - Low Latency Trading

Hudson River Trading (HRT)Chicago, Illinois, United States; London, United Kingdom; New York, NY, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States; Singapore
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related IT field.5 to 10 years of relevant experience, ideally within low-latency and high-frequency trading environments. Comprehensive understanding of common Layer 2 and Layer 3 network protocols and best practices, along with a working knowledge of OSPF, BGP, PIM, and IGMP. Proven experience managing Arista, Cisco, and other networking devices in daily operations. Desirable familiarity with low-latency microwave networks and/or optical transmission systems, such as Adva and Ciena. Experience in designing enterprise networks, conducting capacity planning, and managing full project lifecycles. Proficient in packet decoding and analysis tools like tcpdump and Wireshark. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex issues in a clear and concise manner and maintaining effective technical documentation. Hands-on experience with Unix/Linux command line utilities and the networking stack. Strong troubleshooting abilities across a variety of networking issues, including common Ethernet LAN challenges, multicast market data distribution, and global WAN operations. Understanding of fundamental power consumption and cooling considerations in a data center environment.

About the job

The Networks team is at the forefront of designing, building, and maintaining the robust communication infrastructure that powers our high-capacity, low-latency trading and data research environments, operating around the clock. Our network spans over 25 countries and more than 100 locations worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer who possesses extensive experience in architecting and managing large-scale environments to meet the rigorous performance and availability standards of a leading algorithmic trading firm within the global financial sector.

This role demands a blend of project management acumen and deep technical expertise. Collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry, you will take charge of product selection, design, routing configurations, and troubleshooting. You will work closely with our Systems and Trading Operations teams, along with other departments at HRT, to construct, oversee, and monitor our low-latency trading network. Your responsibilities will be wide-ranging, allowing you the autonomy to analyze challenges and devise solutions that will have an immediate and significant impact on our global operations.

We are looking for a technology enthusiast who thrives on tackling complex problems. You will engage in various projects aimed at enhancing the performance and capacity of our global trading and research platforms while contributing to both strategic initiatives and the intricate details of our network architecture.

About Hudson River Trading (HRT)

Wehrtyou is a premier algorithmic trading firm dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in global financial markets. Our innovative Networks team plays a crucial role in ensuring that our trading and research environments run smoothly and efficiently, providing our clients with unmatched performance and reliability. Join us as we push the boundaries of technology in the fast-paced world of algorithmic trading.

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