Network Engineer (4PM-1AM)

MEMX; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work From Home

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Generous Paid Family Leave

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

MEMX is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain its low latency trading infrastructure. The role operates on a 4 PM–1 AM ET shift, Monday to Friday, with responsibilities spanning network design, configuration, incident response, and customer turn-ups.

Applicants should have 5+ years in distributed systems networking, knowledge of BGP/NAT, scripting with Python/Ansible, and familiarity with network OS like EOS/IOS/PanOS. MEMX offers comprehensive benefits and WFH options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with low latency, highly available distributed systems and the network architectures needed to run them.
• Understanding of layer2 and layer3 network protocols e.g. IGMP, MLAG, ARP, BGP, NAT, PIM.
• Understanding of IP multicast routing e.g. PIM-SM, PIM-Bidir.
• Experience with network operating systems (EOS, IOS, PanOS).
• Understanding of timing protocols NTP, PTP.
• Understanding of various optical fiber types and transceivers.
• Scripting experience (Python, Ansible) preferred.
• Ability to analyze packet captures using tools like Wireshark, tcpdump.
• Mac, Linux familiarity preferred.
• Experience with firewalld design and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and support the low latency exchange network environment.
• Configure enterprise and production network devices with Ansible and Python as required.
• Respond to network alerts and error logs.
• Respond to network incidents, remediate and perform RCA.
• Perform new customer connection turn-ups.
• Work on customer tickets such as add/mod IP prefixes and troubleshoot connectivity.
• Perform new product analysis and validation.
• Coordinate with Security and business teams to engineer secure end user solutions.
• Collaborate with Data Center and Circuit providers to improve efficiency and performance.

Skills

Low latency systems

Distributed systems

Networking knowledge

Python

Ansible

Wireshark

Linux

Firewalld

Tools

EOS

IOS

PanOS

Job description

MEMX is searching for a Network Engineer to support the design, implementation and maintenance of its low latency trading infrastructure for second shift 4 PM - 1 AM ET weekdays Monday through Friday.

Shift time for this role will be: 4 PM - 1 AM ET

MEMX currently has a U.S. presence in these states:California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, & Utah.

*If you live outside of the above states, pleaselist inyour application and our team will evaluate.

WhatYou’llDo

• Work to design, implement and support the low latency exchange network environment
• Configure the enterprise and production network devices with Ansible and Python as required
• Respond to network alerts and error logs
• Respond to network incidents, remediate, and perform RCA
• Perform new customer connection turn-ups
• Work on customer tickets such as add/mod IP prefixes, troubleshoot connectivity
• Perform new product analysis and validation
• Coordinate with the Security and business teams to help engineer/implement secure end user solutions
• Work with Data Center and Circuit providers to continually move the exchange infrastructure forward on more cost efficient and performant options

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with low latency, highly available distributed systems and the network architectures needed to run them
• Understanding of layer2 and layer3 network protocols e.g. IGMP, MLAG, ARP, BGP, NAT, PIM
• Understanding of IP multicast routinge.g.PIM-SM, PIM-Bidir
• Experience with network operating systems (EOS, IOS,PanOS)
• Understanding of timing protocols NTP,PTP
• Understanding of various optical fiber types and transceivers
• Scripting experience(Python, Ansible) preferred
• Ability to analyze packet captures using tools like Wirshark, tcpdump
• Mac, Linux familiarity preferred
• Experience withfirewalldesign and configuration

At MEMX you will have the ability to work with a talented team of professionals who bring diversity of thought and background. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of our company and the impact MEMX will have on our clients and the broader markets. We offer competitive employee benefits and perks and will continue to make this a priority to attract the best.

• Work From Home
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Generous Paid Family Leave
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Pay Range: $130,000 to $160,000

*Pay ranges are a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation may vary depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MEMX is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Diversity Inclusion Statement

At MEMX, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and success. We welcome and celebrate individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.