Senior Network Engineer- Low Latency

Societe Generale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to act as the SME for Network and Security Infrastructure across the Americas for the MARK division, including Equities, Derivatives and Fixed Income, with a focus on low-latency trading desks. This role reports to the Head of MARK Infrastructure within GTS and sits on the trade floor.

The ideal candidate will lead network strategy, mentor HCS staff, and drive global initiatives while collaborating with SMEs in Windows, Linux and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of technical network experience within financial services industry is expected.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Ability to design and implement advanced network and security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for Network and Security Infrastructure within Americas for MARK division, supporting Equities, Derivatives, Fixed Income, and low-latency desks.
• Report to Head of MARK Infrastructure within GTS and drive global low-latency strategy.
• Lead the network strategy and define technical roadmaps across the Americas as part of HCS global team.
• Mentor and grow other HCS staff in the Americas.
• Work on network, security, data center, and exchange connectivity initiatives on the trade floor.

Skills

Network engineering

Security engineering

Low latency

Data center networking

Network protocols

Leadership

Education

CCIE preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

The Senior Network Engineer will be the Subject Matter Expert for Network and Security Infrastructure within Americas, directly supporting keys lines of business within our MARK division, inclusive of Equities, Derivatives, Fixed Income and the associated low latency/algo trading desks. This position will report directly to the Head of MARK Infrastructure within GTS.

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The Senior Network Engineer will be the Subject Matter Expert for Network and Security Infrastructure within Americas, directly supporting keys lines of business within our MARK division, inclusive of Equities, Derivatives, Fixed Income and the associated low latency/algo trading desks. This position will report directly to the Head of MARK Infrastructure within GTS.

This individual should be capable of operating independently in high-pressure situations, while also being considered a leader and strong team player within the Mark Infrastructure team (peers include SMEs from Windows, Linux and Market Data). Strong expertise in Network/Security technologies (see below), with a broad understanding of trading infrastructure (network, server, storage, market data, application) is required. Individual will sit on the trade floor, in direct proximity of our low latency/algo trading desks.

This individual will also be a key member of the HCS global team (Data Center Hosting, Network Connectivity & Security tower), with an expectation to drive low latency strategy globally, and be instrumental in leading the network strategy and defining technical roadmaps across the Americas. As a Technical Expert within Network/Security, responsibilities will also include mentoring and growing other HCS staff in the Americas.

• Extensive experience with Network (L3 routing, switching) and Security (perimeter firewalls, load-balancing) technologies


• Extensive experience with Colocation strategy, specific to proximity hosting and exchange connectivity


• Prior experience deploying low-latency networks within the financial services industry


• Strong experience with Data Center network architecture, builds and operations


• Strong understanding of multicast configurations and troubleshooting


• Strong understanding of timing synchronization, prior experience with PTP implementations


• Understanding of Layer 1 switching for low latency applications


• Understanding of WiFi technologies and und-user access networking


• Expertise in STP, HSRP, OSPF, BGP, VRF, IGMP, PIM, MSDP, PTP protocols

Required

Profile required

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, leadership, strategic thinking and problem-solving aptitude.


• Solid understanding of Infrastructure trends and ability to align innovation with business goals.


• Proven success building high performing technical teams.


• Ability to identify, compare, select and implement technology solutions.


• Knowledge of Investment Banking, GAFA and FINTECH communities


• Understanding of Capital Market and US Regulatory & Compliance


• Proven crisis and incident management abilities

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of technical network experience within financial services industry


• 5+ years of leading/managing staff


• CCIE preferred

Business insight

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

OUR CULTURE:

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING (“DIB”):

Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/

COMPENSATION:

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.