Senior Systems Software Engineer

The Systems Development team at Hudson River Trading builds and maintains the platform that is shared by all Systems teams to provision, monitor, and manage our server and network infrastructure. As a Systems Software Engineer, you will develop tools in Python with a focus on improving development experience for users of our configuration management system, SaltStack. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact a critical part of our existing and growing infrastructure. You’ll improve and integrate our existing tools and libraries across the platform, as well as design and build new ones to make trading, research, installation, and monitoring systems easier to manage and more reliable. Strong Python skills, development experience, and some experience with Unix are required.ResponsibilitiesBuilding and maintaining tools and software features to automate systems engineering workflows related to machine provisioning, monitoring, metrics collection, maintenance, and network configurationIntegrating and extending configuration management modules (SaltStack and Ansible) and toolsTroubleshooting software bugs on a fleet of Linux machines, including application, network, operating system, and/or kernel issuesWriting configuration management (SaltStack) code to build, deploy, and maintain new servicesHelping to set the general direction for the Systems Python platform, representing Salt users internallyQualificationsRequired:BS and/or MS in computer science or a related field5+ years of relevant experience, including programming in PythonExperience using automation to solve problems and improve processes efficientlyActs effectively as a team player but also works well independently Skilled at juggling multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of attention to detailFamiliar with open-source softwareStrong Python programming skillsMust be able to debug and analyze problems quicklyMust be able to learn at a fast pace and apply new skills effectivelyStrong grasp of computer science fundamentals and software design patternsSolid understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systemsPreferred:Understanding of Debian operating systemProven experience with SaltStack internals or platform ownershipFamiliarity with systems configuration management and monitoring technologiesFamiliarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment tools and processesUnderstanding of networking protocolsAnnual base salary range of $150,000 to $250,000. Pay (base and bonus) may vary depending on job-related skills and experience. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus may also be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.CultureHudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading. At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.