Production Engineer : $170k + (Elite Trading Firm)

Hunter Bond; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Bond in Houston seeks a skilled Application Support engineer blending production support with hands-on engineering. You will manage ultra-fast trading systems, diagnose critical issues, and build automation that improves reliability and speed.

This role requires calm communication under pressure and a drive for root-cause resolution. You will work closely with traders, software developers, and infrastructure teams to deliver robust tooling and fast feedback loops in a demanding real-time

Qualifications

• 3+ years in technical support or engineering in finance/trading.
• Strong SQL for data analysis and problem investigation.
• Solid Python scripting for automation and tooling.
• Experience with ultra-low-latency or electronic trading systems.

Responsibilities

• Support ultra-low-latency trading systems across global markets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve time-critical production issues.
• Build automation and tooling to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with traders, developers and infrastructure engineers.

Skills

SQL

Python scripting

Electronic trading systems

Root cause analysis

Job description

An elite, tech-driven trading firm widely regarded as one of the most selective and innovative in the space is expanding its high-performance Application Support team in Houston

This is not your typical support role. You’ll be joining a small, tight-knit team where your impact is felt immediately. The position blends real-time production support for cutting-edge electronic trading systems with hands-on engineering and automation work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting ultra-low-latency trading systems across global markets
• Troubleshooting and resolving time-critical production issues
• Building automation and tooling to enhance system reliability and efficiency
• Collaborating closely with traders, developers, and infrastructure engineers

Required Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in technical support or engineering in a trading or finance environment
• SQL for data analysis and problem investigation
• Solid Python scripting skills for automation and tooling
• Exposure to electronic trading systems and a fast-paced, real-time production environment
• Clear communicator who thrives under pressure and solves problems at the root

Sells

• Work with an exceptional, low-ego team of engineers and quants
• Huge emphasis on automation, technology, and continuous improvement
• High ownership, fast feedback loops, and interesting technical challenges
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits in a high-impact role