Low-Latency Trading Systems Engineer: Scale & Optimize

NJF Global Holdings Ltd; United States; On-site; USD 200,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative trading firm is seeking a Systems Engineer to enhance the infrastructure supporting its low-latency trading platforms. This role involves optimizing servers, networking, and cloud resources to ensure stable performance in a high-paced environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, along with 3+ years of hands-on experience in systems administration, particularly within low-latency settings. Competitive salary package is offered, including a pay range of $200,000 to $500,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on systems administration experience in a low-latency environment.
• Deep knowledge of the Linux ecosystem (installation, configuration, troubleshooting).
• Proven ability to tune x86 Linux servers for latency and deterministic performance.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain, optimise, and scale the infrastructure for low-latency trading and research platforms.
• Work across servers, networking, cloud resources, and specialised hardware.
• Deliver performance and stability required in a fast-paced trading environment.

Skills

Systems administration

Low-latency environment

Linux ecosystem

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM field

Tools

Automation and configuration management tools

Job description

A leading quantitative trading firm is seeking a Systems Engineer to enhance the infrastructure supporting its low-latency trading platforms. This role involves optimizing servers, networking, and cloud resources to ensure stable performance in a high-paced environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, along with 3+ years of hands-on experience in systems administration, particularly within low-latency settings. Competitive salary package is offered, including a pay range of $200,000 to $500,000 based on experience.