Low-Latency Trading Systems Operator (London)

Mondrian Alpha; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

A top-tier proprietary trading firm in London is seeking a Trading Systems Operator to support its low-latency trading desk. The successful applicant will manage Linux-based production systems, using Python scripting to enhance operational workflows. Responsibilities include incident response, root cause analysis, and collaborating with traders and engineers to ensure robust trading platforms. This role offers exposure to the fast-paced trading environment, a competitive salary, and performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating and supporting Linux-based production systems.
• Strong Python and scripting skills for operational workflows.
• Solid understanding of real-time, distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Support incident response and root cause analysis.
• Perform system upgrades and improve monitoring infrastructure.
• Collaborate with traders and engineers for platform reliability.

Skills

Linux-based production systems

Python scripting

Incident response

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting under pressure

Networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP)

Job description

A top-tier proprietary trading firm in London is seeking a Trading Systems Operator to support its low-latency trading desk. The successful applicant will manage Linux-based production systems, using Python scripting to enhance operational workflows. Responsibilities include incident response, root cause analysis, and collaborating with traders and engineers to ensure robust trading platforms. This role offers exposure to the fast-paced trading environment, a competitive salary, and performance-based incentives.