Senior Network Engineer

BlockTech; Singapore; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative algorithmic trading firm is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a robust network infrastructure, ensuring low latency connections to exchanges. The company offers a permanent full-time position in a trendy office located in Singapore's financial district, along with a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to the exciting world of cryptocurrency trading. Join a passionate team dedicated to revolutionizing trading through automation and enjoy ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Laptop

Home office budget

Transportation allowance

Breakfast and warm lunch

Snacks and drinks

State-of-the-art technology

In-house training program

Annual learning budget

Gym membership reimbursement

Social events and outings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a System/Network Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Linux and networking technologies.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Build a fast and highly available production setup.
• Design and create new technical solutions.
• Improve, maintain and monitor the network.

Skills

System/Network Engineering

Linux

Cisco (CCNP)

Arista

AWS

AliCloud

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High Professional Education

Tools

Container Technologies

Virtualization Technologies

Job description

Who are we looking for?

BlockTech is a high-paced algorithmic trading firm facilitating global trading in cryptocurrency while expanding into regulated markets. We are growing like never before and we are looking for a Senior Network Engineer who wants to join us in this exciting scale-up phase!

What will you do?

At BlockTech we build the development and production environment ourselves using mainly Free and Open Source software. This way, we are in control and able to switch tactics fast. At the same time, we have quite some systems to set up and maintain.

As a Network Engineer, you are responsible for all networks. Everything is built on top of Linux, from the workstations to the production systems using a mix of container and virtualization technologies. Because the company is growing, there is room for improvement which means that you can make a great impact by improving the current infrastructure and building new solutions.

In a nutshell, you will:

1. Build a fast and highly available production setup with low latencies to the exchange
2. Work closely with our traders, engineers and quantitative developers to identify and solve issues that arise
3. Design and create new technical solutions
4. Improve, maintain and monitor the network

What is in it for you?
- A permanent full-time position in a relaxed and trendy office located in the heart of Singapore's financial district (CBD)
- A competitive base salary combined with a very attractive bonus plan based on your performance as well as the company’s results
- Additionally, outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund
- Laptop, home office budget and transportation allowance
- Breakfast and warm lunch. Additionally, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day.
- The opportunity to use state-of-the-art technology
- Extensive in-house training program in combination with an annual learning & development budget.
- Reimbursement of gym membership, sports events, the opportunity to do sports during working hours, and unlimited access to a psychologist.
- Regular social events, including bi-annual trips abroad, frequent outings, and weekly Friday drinks
- For internationals: All-in relocation package

Our culture

At our core, we are a team of passionate trading and tech enthusiasts committed to revolutionizing trading through automation. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.

In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.

We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation and benefits, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to personal development transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.

Join us to unlock your potential and drive innovation in the exciting world of algorithmic trading.

Minimum Requirements:

1. High professional education thinking level
2. At least 5 years experience as a System/Network Engineer
3. At least 3 years of experience with Linux
4. Experience with Cisco (ideally CCNP) and/or Arista
5. A creative and critical mind who follows things until completion and comes up with new ideas
6. The ability to work independently and within a team of engineers across time zones
7. Eagerness to learn new things
8. A positive can-do attitude
9. Good communication skills in English, both spoken and written
10. AWS and AliCloud experience is a plus