Next Step Systems
Trade Desk Operations Engineer, European Hours
Next Step Systems, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Trade Desk Operations Engineer, European Hours Full-time Compensation: USD 85,000 - USD 150,000 per year We are seeking a motivated Trade Desk Operations Engineer with technical aptitude and market awareness to support the operation of an automated trading system in Chicago. The qualified Trade Desk Operations Engineer will be supporting European trading hours. This position is Hybrid with some onsite required. The company will not provide new visa sponsorship; only H-1B visa transfers may be considered.
Responsibilities
Perform daily procedures relevant to the trading system for equity and futures markets.
Monitor and evaluate system status continuously to ensure smooth operations.
Monitor and spot-check trades and displayed system values in real time.
Step in and manage the trading system when limited staffing requires it.
Deal with trading exceptions, such as unacknowledged orders or broken trades.
Facilitate change management and ensure that new software and hardware function as intended.
Identify and respond to system incidents, perform troubleshooting procedures, and escalate as necessary.
Participate in follow-on investigation for root cause analysis of identified issues.
Adjust for and respond to corporate action related events.
Work with colleagues to identify and develop opportunities to enhance and improve trading system procedures.
Add, maintain, and ensure integrity of trading system parameterization data.
Enhance and further automate existing processes by writing scripts with accompanying reports.
Create and maintain documentation of trading-related procedures.
Understand portfolio organization, hedging, and corporate actions to respond appropriately.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or technical discipline.
At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge of markets and trading.
Proficiency with UNIX/Linux and Windows.
Programming experience; knowledge of Python, Ruby, and Perl is a plus.
Experience using SQL to interact with database tables.
Detail-oriented and well-organized; able to multi-task and work under pressure.
Ability to exercise sound judgment when solving or escalating problems; able to work independently.
Series 7 or 57 preferred (the successful candidate will be required to pass the Series 57 exam if not previously obtained).
Benefits
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, EAP)
Paid time off with additional paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) matching program
Tuition reimbursement
Wide range of additional perks
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Trade Desk Operations Engineer, European Hours Full-time Compensation: USD 85,000 - USD 150,000 per year We are seeking a motivated Trade Desk Operations Engineer with technical aptitude and market awareness to support the operation of an automated trading system in Chicago. The qualified Trade Desk Operations Engineer will be supporting European trading hours. This position is Hybrid with some onsite required. The company will not provide new visa sponsorship; only H-1B visa transfers may be considered.
Responsibilities
Perform daily procedures relevant to the trading system for equity and futures markets.
Monitor and evaluate system status continuously to ensure smooth operations.
Monitor and spot-check trades and displayed system values in real time.
Step in and manage the trading system when limited staffing requires it.
Deal with trading exceptions, such as unacknowledged orders or broken trades.
Facilitate change management and ensure that new software and hardware function as intended.
Identify and respond to system incidents, perform troubleshooting procedures, and escalate as necessary.
Participate in follow-on investigation for root cause analysis of identified issues.
Adjust for and respond to corporate action related events.
Work with colleagues to identify and develop opportunities to enhance and improve trading system procedures.
Add, maintain, and ensure integrity of trading system parameterization data.
Enhance and further automate existing processes by writing scripts with accompanying reports.
Create and maintain documentation of trading-related procedures.
Understand portfolio organization, hedging, and corporate actions to respond appropriately.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or technical discipline.
At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge of markets and trading.
Proficiency with UNIX/Linux and Windows.
Programming experience; knowledge of Python, Ruby, and Perl is a plus.
Experience using SQL to interact with database tables.
Detail-oriented and well-organized; able to multi-task and work under pressure.
Ability to exercise sound judgment when solving or escalating problems; able to work independently.
Series 7 or 57 preferred (the successful candidate will be required to pass the Series 57 exam if not previously obtained).
Benefits
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, EAP)
Paid time off with additional paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) matching program
Tuition reimbursement
Wide range of additional perks
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