Electronic Trading Support Engineer - 2026/2027 Grads

Hudson River Trading; Dublin; On-site; EUR 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson River Trading in Dublin is seeking a New Graduate Electronic Trading Support Engineer to join our global Trade Operations team. You will be the first line of response to production issues, ensuring maximal uptime of data feeds and trading connections while collaborating with cross-functional teams during live incidents.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates or current students in computer science, with strong Python skills, CS fundamentals, and knowledge of UNIX/Linux.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or current full-time student in computer science or related field eligible for 2026/2027
• Understanding of networking routing and troubleshooting
• Experience with Python and strong CS fundamentals
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux command line

Responsibilities

• First line of response to production issues to ensure maximal uptime of market data feeds, order entry connections and trading algorithms
• Curious problem-solver and able to stay calm under pressure
• Ability to multitask and prioritise live issues based on their trading impact
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with other teams during live incidents
• Identify recurring problems - build and enhance monitoring tools to make our platform more reliable

Skills

Python

Networking basics

UNIX/Linux

CS fundamentals

Job description

Electronic Trading Support Engineer - 2026/2027 Grads

Dublin, Ireland

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a New Graduate Electronic Trading Support Engineer to join our global Trade Operations (TradeOps) team in Dublin. This team is responsible for managing HRT’s live trading environment, one of the most robust and efficient electronic trading platforms in the world.

Role

In a high performance environment, immediate awareness of and reaction to systems and trading issues is essential. That’s where HRT’s Electronic Trading Support Engineers come in.

Responsibilities

• First line of response to production issues to ensure maximal uptime of market data feeds, order entry connections and trading algorithms
• Curious problem-solver and able to stay calm under pressure
• Ability to multitask and prioritise live issues based on their trading impact
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with other teams during live incidents
• Identify recurring problems - build and enhance monitoring tools to make our platform more reliable

Qualifications

• You are a recent graduate or current full-time undergraduate or master’s student studying computer science (or a related field) who is eligible for full-time roles in 2026/ 2027
• Understanding of networking routing and troubleshooting
• Experience with Python is required, as are good CS fundamentals
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux command line
• Interest in low-level architecture, and/or verification is a plus

The estimated base salary range for this position is 100,000 to 150,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.

Please be advised: Use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. If we determine that AI assistance was used during any stage of the hiring process, we reserve the right to immediately disqualify your candidacy or rescind any job offers extended.

Voluntary Self-Identification

HRT is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all groups. We care deeply about cultivating diversity and inclusion within our organization. For this reason, we invite you to voluntarily self-identify by answering the questions below. We do not discriminate based on any of these factors and any information collected will be kept completely confidential during your recruitment process. This information is used solely to support our commitment to equal employment opportunity and to comply with applicable laws that require this information to be summarized and reported to State and Federal Governments for civil rights enforcement purposes.