My client is a high-frequency prop trading firm founded in 1998, seeking a Trading Operations Engineer to join one of its trading teams.

Responsibilities:

• Monitoring high-volume live trading and portfolio risk
• Contributing to the automated trading operations codebase
• Managing ongoing projects with various support teams
• Coordinating software and hardware upgrades
• Applying programmatic solutions to scale and expand trading operations
• Resolving discrepancies with trading positions, broker statements, and internal applications

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in a related field, and a bachelor’s degree
• Proficient scripting skills in Python and an intermediate understanding of a Linux environment
• Exceptional analytical abilities, strong communications skills, and experience making data-driven strategic decisions
• Strong working knowledge of PNL and Risk reporting applications
• Familiarity with current market structure and regulatory developments
• Ability to analyze and optimize order entry and market data exchange connectivity
• Ability to comprehend and diagnose problems in complex real-time systems with minimal guidance
• Capacity to work equally well independently and as a member of a team
• In-depth understanding of trading technology and fluency in technical concepts
• Strong multitasking and context-switching abilities across a diverse and fast-paced environment
• Advanced problem-solving abilities

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
• Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses
• Free events and workshops
• Donation matching program

Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

Contact
If you think you’re a good match, or would like further information, please contact:

Henry Abbot
henry.abbot@oxfordknight.co.uk
+44 (0)20 3475 7199
https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-abbot-5b406912a/