Data Support Engineer (Linux)

Buscojobs; Metro Manila; Hybrid; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking a skilled Market Data Engineer to manage and optimize real-time market data systems. Ideal candidates will be proficient in Linux, have a solid understanding of market data feeds, and be able to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. This role emphasizes data integrity and performance, offering an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in market data feeds.
• Experience working with financial exchanges and vendors.
• Ability to self-learn and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure real-time data accuracy and timeliness.
• Implement monitoring tools to detect data issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support market data needs.
• Integrate and distribute market data from internal and external sources.
• Monitor and troubleshoot market data issues.

Skills

Linux (Red Hat)

Scripting (Bash, Perl, Tcl)

Networking concepts (OSI model, TCP/IP)

SQL knowledge

Education

Degree in computer science, engineering, or mathematics

Tools

AWS Cloud background

Market Data Distribution Platforms (RMDS, RTDS)

Job description

Overview

RTP ICAP operates at the heart of the world’s financial, energy and commodities markets. We are professional intermediaries playing a pivotal role in the world’s financial markets, covering FX, Rates, Credit, Equities, Energy & Commodities. Globally, we are a leading provider of market participants, with execution via a range of regulated venues, covering a full spectrum of over-the-counter (OTC) asset classes. Matching buyers and sellers, we facilitate the development of liquidity and price discovery in these markets and provide insight and context to our clients. We operate a hybrid model where brokers provide business-critical intelligence to clients. It’s supplemented by proprietary screens for historical data, analytics and execution functionality.

Our clients include banks, insurance companies, pension and hedge funds, asset managers, energy producers and refiners, as well as risk and compliance managers and charities. We are known in the market for our Honesty, Integrity and Excellence in the provision of service to our clients. Above all else, we Respect our clients and each other, without bias. Employees are expected to uphold the values and principles of our cultural framework in performance of their job duties.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Market Data Engineer / Real Time Market Data Support Engineer (Linux and Cloud) to join our team and play a key role in managing and optimizing financial real-time market data systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in market data feeds, and experience working with financial exchanges and vendors. This role requires expertise in software development, data engineering, and infrastructure to ensure seamless data distribution and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure real-time data accuracy and timeliness.
• Implement monitoring tools to detect data issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and business units to support market data needs.
• Integrate, normalize, and distribute market data from internal trading systems and third-party providers.
• Optimize data processing pipelines for low latency and high throughput.
• Monitor and troubleshoot market data issues, ensuring data integrity and system reliability.
• Support and maintain real-time market data feeds to clients and vendors.
• Implement enhancements to market data infrastructure to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Automate data ingestion, processing, and monitoring using scripting and software development best practices.
• Ensure compliance with exchange policies, licensing agreements, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning for market data applications.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of data sources, system architecture, and processes.
• Demonstrate flexibility to take on challenges and work on weekends or public holidays as needed.
• Maintain a proactive, customer-focused, and collaborative approach with effective communication.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Linux (Red Hat) with scripting (Bash, Perl, Tcl).
• Networking concepts: OSI model, TCP/IP, troubleshooting.
• Good to have: AWS Cloud background; RMDS / Refinitiv / LSEG Market Data Distribution Platforms such as RMDS or RTDS.
• Good to have: Financial institution background.
• Database: SQL knowledge.
• Ability to self-learn, pick up new tools, and work independently with minimal guidance.

Knowledge

• Degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent.
• Understanding of markets and the economy; ability to collaborate with stakeholders outside the immediate department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of at least one: market data terminals such as EIKON or Bloomberg is a plus; basic knowledge of Excel using real-time data.

Client Focused

• Personable and engaging; communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Builds relationships and networks with internal and external partners; strong customer focus.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others and resolve disagreements constructively.

Innovative

• Open to innovative ideas and capable of creating new ideas or insights; seeks opportunities for improvement; handles situations with creativity.

Dynamic & Competitive

• Maintains high energy in pursuing goals and goes the extra mile.