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Network Engineer

Jobot, Chicago, IL, United States


Amazing Bonus + Great Benefits + Upward Mobility + A+ Culture

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ryan Kilroy

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Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a dynamic and growing proprietary options market making trading shop dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to maintain a competitive edge. We are seeking a skilled Infrastructure / Networking Engineer to play a critical role in ensuring system reliability, optimizing performance, and supporting our trading infrastructure.

Why join us?

Key Responsibilities:

  • System Reliability and Uptime: Focus on maintaining high system reliability and uptime to support continuous trading operations.
  • Performance Monitoring and Capacity Management: Monitor system performance, manage capacity, and proactively address potential issues.
  • Process Automation: Automate repetitive or error-prone manual processes to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.
  • Technology Research: Stay abreast of new technologies and assess their potential to enhance our infrastructure.
  • Network Troubleshooting: Utilize best practices for network troubleshooting and ensure robust network performance.
  • Scripting: Write and maintain scripts (Python, shell, etc.) to automate tasks and streamline operations.
  • Network Hardware: Manage and maintain network hardware, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Firewall and VPN Configuration: Configure firewalls and VPNs with a strong focus on network security.
  • Network Migrations and Server Configuration: Plan and execute network migrations, and configure new servers to meet evolving business needs.

Desired Traits:

  • Linux Server Management: Experience managing Linux server environments, particularly in a trading firm setting.
  • Docker and Grafana: Familiarity with Docker containers and Grafana for monitoring and visualization.
  • Options Trading Knowledge: Understanding of basic options trading principles.
  • CME Market Infrastructure: Familiarity with the CME market infrastructure and its nuances.
  • Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
Job Details

Basic Qualifications:

  • Linux and Network Troubleshooting: Proficient in Linux environments and network troubleshooting best practices.
  • Scripting Skills: Comfortable with scripting languages such as Python and shell.
  • Network Hardware Knowledge: Solid understanding of network hardware and its management.
  • Firewall and VPN Configuration: Ability to configure firewalls and VPNs, with a focus on ensuring robust network security.
  • Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and skilled at managing workload efficiently.

Why Join:

  • Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that thrives on innovation and cutting-edge technology.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and growth within the trading and technology sectors.
  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package.

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