Senior Application Support Engineer (SRE)

MCS Group; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm is seeking a Senior Production Support Engineer in Belfast to manage and evolve mission-critical trading systems. Responsibilities include ensuring system stability, supporting trade lifecycle processes, and collaborating with teams to drive automation.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows environments.
• Strong experience with SQL databases and scripting (e.g., Python or Bash).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure system stability before and during trading hours.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across infrastructure, applications, and networks.
• Support client onboarding and connectivity, particularly via FIX.

Skills

Linux

Windows

SQL databases

Python

Bash

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

FIX protocol

Financial systems integration

Job description

Senior Production Support Engineer
Location: Belfast (Hybrid) | Type: Full-Time | Permanent

A leading global technology firm is seeking a Senior Production Support Engineer to help manage and evolve its mission-critical trading systems. This role sits at the heart of platform reliability, supporting key institutional users across Europe.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure system stability before and during trading hours

• Provide hands-on support for trade lifecycle and regulatory processes

• Troubleshoot complex issues across infrastructure, applications, and networks

• Work with global teams to drive automation and cloud adoption

• Support client onboarding and connectivity, particularly via FIX

What You'll Bring:

• Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows environments

• Strong experience with SQL databases and scripting (e.g., Python or Bash)

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container technologies (Docker/Kubernetes)

• Deep understanding of trade flows and post-trade regulatory reporting

• Strong grasp of FIX protocol and financial systems integration

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Senior Recruitment Consultant Stuart Kennedy at MCS Group on 02896935520 or [e-mail].

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