Python Engineer, Trading Systems & Automation

Trexquant Investment LP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Casual work environment

Full health, dental and vision保险

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Weekly company meals

Job summary

Trexquant Investment LP is seeking a Python Engineer to join our growing systematic fund team in New York. You will ensure smooth operation and performance of trading systems and infrastructure as we scale, handle monitoring, incident response, and performance optimization, and collaborate with senior leadership, quantitative researchers, engineers, and business teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role within financial services, strong Python and Linux skills, excellent

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or STEM-related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Strong proficiency in Linux systems.
• Strong proficiency with Python.
• Excellent communication skills and enjoy interfacing with clients.
• Excited to work independently in a very fast-paced, high pressure environment.
• Understand Market Data/Order Entry systems and an interest in how modern electronic markets work.

Responsibilities

• Design and drive the continual improvement of our trading platform using Python.
• Support implementation of new trade functionality such as new asset classes or new prime brokers e.g. establish FIX sessions, file encryption, FTP setup.
• Monitor trading systems and infrastructure components to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Proactively identify and resolve potential issues to minimize downtime and optimize system efficiency.
• Leverage automation tools (including AI-based solutions) to improve accounting or operational workflows is a plus.
• Respond promptly to system alerts and incidents, investigating root causes and implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.

Skills

Python

Linux

Communication

Independence

Financial services

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or STEM

Tools

FIX protocol

FTP setup

Job description

Trexquant Investment LP is seeking a Python Engineer to join our growing systematic fund team in New York. You will ensure smooth operation and performance of trading systems and infrastructure as we scale, handle monitoring, incident response, and performance optimization, and collaborate with senior leadership, quantitative researchers, engineers, and business teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role within financial services, strong Python and Linux skills, excellent