Responsibilities
- Managing the widely-deployed Order Management Systems and Market Data Delivery Systems involving every major electronic exchange and asset class
- Working closely with trading teams, risk management, business management and compliance to understand their needs. Acting as the main coordinator to make sure all requirements are met and appropriate solution is setup in production accordingly
- Solving problems by providing level one and level two support for our production systems
- Contributing to the design and implementation of the support system to enhance reliability and self-correction
- Devising ways to architect and develop with other technical teams within core engineering
- Monitoring and reporting on the status and health of our systems
- Serving as the primary technical contact for brokers and exchanges
- Providing periodic after-hours coverage
Qualifications
At least 3 years of experience in the finance industryProficient in Python scripting and / or other scripting languages such as Perl, Bash or Shell.In-depth knowledge of Linux OS, Kernel, scheduling, performance tuningStrong understanding of network concepts including TCP / IP, routing, VLAN, multicast.Knowledge of SQL, MongoDB and use of databasesStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilitiesThe ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication skillsBenefits
Tower continues to enhance the in-house trading system and strategies that have positioned the firm as a leader in the thriving field of quantitative trading. While Tower offers challenges and rewards rivaling those of any Wall Street firm, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include :
Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses5 weeks of paid vacation per yearInternational medical insuranceLunch and snacks on a daily basisFree events and workshopsDonation matching program