Data Operations Engineer (USA)

Trexquant-Investment-Lp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health, dental & vision coverage

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Weekly company meals

Job summary

Trexquant-Investment-Lp in New York is seeking a Data Operations Engineer with a strong operational focus to monitor and optimize trading workflows, enhance development and deployment processes, and contribute to overall efficiency. You will collaborate across research and engineering to ensure reliable data/alpha/strategy generation, and drive continuous improvement.

Applicants should have strong Python and Linux skills, plus SQL experience.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Python and Linux.
• Experience with SQL is an advantage.
• Development experience in fault-tolerant distributed or data-intensive applications is a plus.
• Background in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Operational Monitoring and Troubleshooting: establish robust monitoring and alerting systems and promptly resolve issues to minimize downtime.
• Continuous Integration and Deployment: develop, enhance, and maintain data/alpha/strategy pipelines and deployments; collaborate with research teams.
• Quality Control and Assurance: implement quality control measures and conduct regular inspections of production lines.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: identify opportunities for process improvements based on data and metrics; lead cross-functional projects.
• Documentation and Reporting: maintain records of processes and performance metrics and provide management insights.

Skills

Python

Linux

SQL

Data processing

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Trexquant is a growing systematic fund manager with a core team of highly accomplished technologists. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Data Operations Engineer with a strong operational focus to join our team. As a Data Operations Engineer, you will play a crucial role in monitoring and optimizing our trading processes, enhancing our development and deployment processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency and success of our operations. If you are passionate about optimizing operational workflows, ensuring system reliability, and driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

(1) Operational Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

• Collaborate with teams to establish robust monitoring and alerting systems that provide real-time insights into the trading process status.
• Take a proactive approach to monitoring, promptly identifying and resolving operational issues to minimize downtime and disruptions.

(2) Continuous Integration and Deployment:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain pipelines dedicated to facilitating data/alpha/strategy generation, testing, and deployment procedures.
• Foster close collaboration with research teams to ensure the smooth deployment of scripts, promoting seamless integration of research findings into practical applications.

(3) Quality Control and Assurance:

• Establish and sustain quality control measures to ensure the consistency and robustness of scripts and applications.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of production lines to identify and rectify any quality-related issues promptly.

(4) Continuous Improvement Initiatives:

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the production process, driven by data analysis and performance metrics.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional improvement projects aimed at enhancing production efficiency and increasing overall output.

(5) Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of production processes, performance metrics, and quality control data.
• Generate regular reports and provide insights to management on production performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.

• Strong working knowledge of Python and Linux is a must.
• Experience working with SQL is an advantage.
• Prior development experience in fault-tolerant distributed or data intensive applications is a plus.
• Process-driven with strong attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Background in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.

• Competitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment.
• PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your. dependents.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Weekly company meals.

Applications are open for both Stamford, CT and New York City offices.

The base salary range is $130,000–$200,000, depending on the candidate's educational and professional background. Base salary is one component of Trexquant's total compensation, which may also include a discretionary, performance-based bonus. This position is classified as overtime-exempt.

Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.