Quantitative Data Operations Engineer

Susquehanna International Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group in Dublin is seeking an Operations Engineer to develop and improve data processing systems essential for trading and quantitative research. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in Python, a strong operational mindset, and the ability to collaborate across teams. This position offers opportunities to lead changes that enhance system reliability and influence operational processes within a global framework. Applicants should be detail-oriented with a keen interest in quantitative trading.

Qualifications

• 2+ years professional experience using Python as a scripting language.
• Experience with orchestration tools like Airflow is beneficial.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate data processing systems critical for trading and quantitative research.
• Improve uptime and reliability of systems through development and configuration work.
• Act as an ambassador for excellence in system changes.

Skills

Professional operations mindset

Python scripting

Linux environment

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in a numerate subject

Tools

Airflow

Job description

Overview

The Quantitative Engineering and Data group in Dublin is a new group focused on developing tools, processes and datasets to enable revenue generation using data at Susquehanna. We partner with Quantitative Researchers, Traders and other engineering teams in Dublin and across the globe. The QED Dublin group is on an exciting strategic mission that will transform the speed of innovation of the business.

Job Summary

You will work closely with the global engineering and DevOps resources to develop and operate the data processing systems that are a critical dependency for trading and quantitative research. The primary focus of the role is to improve the reliability and operational effectiveness of the data processing systems. You will also be critical in the productionisation of new datasets that unlock revenue for the business. The QED Dublin group is part of a global QED team that operates a follow-the-sun model for operations.

• Member of the Quantitative Engineering and Data group
• Responsible for the operations of critical QED data processing systems.
• Driving change that improves the uptime and reliability of systems, including configuration and development work where appropriate.
• Act as an ambassador for excellence by ensuring change into the system is of a high quality, and fits into the QED global operating model.
• Member of global follow-the-sun team, acting during EMEA hours, and participating in a support rotation covering pre or post market hours.
• Develop expertise in Susquehanna’s systems and business.

What We're Looking For

• Professional operations mindset coupled with practical development experience to improve systems.
• Degree in a numerate subject.
• Evidence of taking accountability for system delivery.
• 2+ years professional experience using Python as a scripting language for orchestrating processes and systems.
• Experience with Airflow and other industry standard tooling for orchestration would be beneficial.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.
• The ability to self-manage, self-motivate, and seek process improvement opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that enable you to collaborate effectively in a complex domain.
• Attention to detail and ability to react to changing priorities.
• A general interest in quantitative trading.