Network Engineer (Low Latency Trading)

TL;DR

Network Engineer (Low Latency Trading): Support and improve a 24/7 low-latency trading network including routing, multicast, automation, monitoring, and data centre connectivity with an accent on network performance tuning and security. Focus on building and maintaining fast, reliable, and secure trading infrastructure in a highly technical trading environment.

Location: Remote (US)

Company

Top tier proprietary trading firm operating globally across futures, equities, crypto, and fixed income with a strong focus on automation and low-latency systems.

What you will do

• Support and optimize trading network infrastructure
• Automate and remove manual network processes
• Build and support remote data centre and colocation connectivity
• Deploy monitoring and security tools to detect issues and reduce latency
• Participate in on-call and weekend maintenance when required

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in the US or able to work remotely within the US
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, multicast, QoS, and network performance tuning
• Experience in trading, HFT, market data, or other low-latency environments
• Scripting or automation experience with Python, Ansible, or similar tools
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring and security tools
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Culture & Benefits

• Base salary plus bonus
• Fully paid medical, dental, and health benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Remote-first role within the US
• Education support and certification coverage