About Next Step Systems
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Industry
It services
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Naperville, IL, US
Year founded
1995
$107.70K - $147.40K/yr
Other
Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 28 days ago
Job description
Senior Trading Systems Engineer, Low Latency, Onsite in Chicago, IL
We are looking to hire a highly talented Senior Trading Systems Engineer to join the technology team. This Senior Trading Systems Engineer position is 100% Onsite and NOT open for Remote.
Senior Trading Systems Engineer Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with technology and business teams on all aspects of a global trading and research infrastructure.
- Research and implement enhancements to infrastructure systems as well as automation and monitoring.
- Explore and work with industry leading technology and hardware.
- Work alongside industry experts in the fields of finance and technology.
- Lead/mentor junior team members.
- Take ownership of and leading projects from start to finish including design, roll out, and testing.
- Work on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere.
Senior Trading Systems Engineer Qualifications:
- Past or present experience in the trading industry or at an exchange is required.
- Low-Latency experience is required for this role.
- 5+ years of experience with systems engineering oriented tasks.
- Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or an equivalent field.
- Strong Linux experience working with Linux servers in bare metal and virtualized environments.
- Experience with scripting languages bash and Python and automation tools.
- Understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts.
- Financial or trading industry experience preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be willing to take ownership and lead others.
- Problem solvers who are driven, self-motivated, and "outside of the box" thinkers.
- Motivated, dependable, and responsible team players.
*Looking for candidates from top tier universities with a strong GPA. PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or engineering is preferred. Will consider candidates who have a Master's degree along with work experience. Top universities include Massachusetts Institute of Technology/MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, Princeton University, Harvard University, University of California-Berkeley, Stanford University, University of Chicago, California Institute of Technology, University of California, Los Angeles, Columbia University, New York University, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Yale University, Cornell University, Brown University, etc.
Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, retirement plan, PTO, 401K match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement program, free gym membership, flexible spending account, daily catered lunches plus fully stocked kitchen with snacks, etc.
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Senior Systems Engineer?
A: To succeed as a Senior Systems Engineer, key technical skills include expertise in multiple programming languages, such as Python, C++, and Java, as well as proficiency in operating systems, network protocols, and cloud computing platforms like AWS or Azure. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are essential soft skills for this role. By combining these technical and soft skills, Senior Systems Engineers can effectively design, implement, and maintain large-scale systems, drive technical innovation, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
Q: What is the career path for a Senior Systems Engineer?
A: A Senior Systems Engineer typically follows a career progression from entry-level roles such as Systems Engineer or Junior Systems Engineer, to mid-level positions like Senior Systems Engineer or Technical Lead, and eventually to senior roles like Principal Systems Engineer or Engineering Manager. Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include staying up-to-date with emerging technologies, developing leadership and project management skills, and expanding expertise in areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity, and DevOps. Long-term career prospects for Senior Systems Engineers may include transitioning into technical leadership roles, pursuing a career in architecture or engineering management, or moving into related fields like product management or technical sales.
