Technical Operations Analyst with Python, Electronic Trading Systems Preferred – Work From Home

Next Step Systems; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a Technical Operations Analyst to oversee trading systems and develop automation tools. This remote role emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement, requiring strong Python skills and a technical background. Benefits include health insurance and more.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Extremely proficient in Python development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and maintenance of trading systems.
• Develop automation tools to streamline operational processes.
• Triage, prioritize and troubleshoot complex network issues.

Skills

Python

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Technical Area

Tools

Linux

Grafana

Atlassian Suite

Windows Server

Active Directory

Job description

Job Description

Technical Operations Analyst with Python, Electronic Trading Systems Preferred – Work From Home

We are currently looking for a Technical Operations Analyst for a great opportunity. The company is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, UK and US. The company participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities, options, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies. Their culture emphasizes teamwork and focuses on continuous integration and test-driven development. This position is 100% Remote.

Technical Operations Analyst Responsibilities:

- Oversee the operation and maintenance of our trading systems, guaranteeing continuity and stability in our production trading environment.

- Develop automation tools to streamline operational processes, reducing overhead and enhancing efficiency.

- Triage, prioritize and troubleshoot complex network and systems issues, ranging from low-level hardware to in-house software applications.

- Work with development to improve the operational stability and functionality of existing and new trading systems.

- Coordinate, plan, and execute firm-wide changes within a global change management framework.

- Understand and account for the needs of all stakeholders.

- On call coverage in a team rotation.

- Support other key initiatives as the business dictates.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Technical Operations Analyst Qualifications:

- Need a bachelor’s or associate degree, preferably in a technical area such as computer science or engineering.

- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.

- Extremely proficient in Python development, including aspects of application requirements, design, implementation and deployment.

- A self-motivated personality with a passion for solving complex problems.

- Proficient in Linux.

- Strong organizational skills, ability to effectively plan and prioritize.

- Understanding of networking concepts such as DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP, multicast and related protocols.

- Can demonstrate a high level of initiative and the ability to quickly build trust with trading and technology.

Technical Operations Analyst Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience supporting electronic trading systems.

- Prior experience with Grafana or other data visualization tools.

- Familiarity with Atlassian suite of products (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket).

- Experience with Active Directory, Windows Server and Windows 11.

- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices in operational environments.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, health savings account, life insurance policy, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, etc. Salary: 100K-170K

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