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Senior Support Engineer
Tower Research CapitalThe Netherlandsfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jan 2024
About the role
<p>Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998 is at the forefront of the high-frequency trading (HFT) market. We believe in using innovative technology to create new opportunities in the world of finance and high frequency platforms.</p>
<p>We are seeking a proactive and technically adept engineer for our Support Team, based in India or Amsterdam. This role is integral to our operations, ensuring our systems and strategies are functioning optimally. </p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Working with both Regional and Global support teams, ensuring efficient handling of issues, and providing timely solutions</li>
<li>Enhancing our existing Python script framework, driving its growth and contributing to the codebase</li>
<li>Providing support for high frequency trading systems, with an emphasis on market data and order routing</li>
<li>Leading latency analyses and performance investigations in order to improve the quality of trading systems</li>
<li>Developing, maintaining, and optimizing Scheduling tools (Airflow DAGs) in line with business requirements</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Minimum 8+ years of industry experience</li>
<li>Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field</li>
<li>Solid experience in a technology or support function, preferably in the crypto or finance industry</li>
<li>Strong programming skills in Python and experience in Scheduling tools like Airflow DAGs</li>
<li>In-depth understanding of HFT systems, Order Passing, and Market Data</li>
<li>Familiarity with cloud computing infrastructure (a plus)</li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle high-pressure situations</li>
<li>Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with teammates in remote locations</li>
<li>Willingness to provide after-hours support when necessary</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>
<p>While we work hard, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses</li>
<li>5 weeks of paid holiday per year plus bank and public holidays</li>
<li>Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis</li>
<li>Pension, health care allowance, group life and income protection schemes</li>
<li>Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses</li>
<li>Public transportation, fuel, and cycle to work reimbursement</li>
<li>Free events and workshops</li>
<li>Donation matching program</li>
</ul>
<p>Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.</p>
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