Market Data Support Engineer

Talan • New York, NY

7d • $140,000 - $185,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Talan is seeking a talented Trading Systems Support Engineer to join their team and work with a leading investment banking and capital markets client. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting mission-critical Order Management Systems (OMS) and Market Data platforms, partnering closely with trading desks, risk, compliance, and engineering teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions in a fast-paced trading environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in the finance industry
• Proficient in Python scripting and/or other scripting languages such as Perl, Bash or Shell.
• In-depth knowledge of Linux OS, Kernel, scheduling, performance tuning
• Strong understanding of network concepts including TCP/IP, routing, VLAN, multicast.
• Knowledge of SQL, MongoDB and use of databases
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Managing the widely-deployed Order Management Systems and Market Data Delivery Systems involving every major electronic exchange and asset class
• Working closely with trading teams, risk management, business management and compliance to understand their needs.
• Acting as the main coordinator to make sure all requirements are met and appropriate solution is setup in production accordingly
• Solving problems by providing level one and level two support for our production systems
• Contributing to the design and implementation of the support system to enhance reliability and self-correction
• Devising ways to architect and develop with other technical teams within core engineering
• Monitoring and reporting on the status and health of our systems
• Serving as the primary technical contact for brokers and exchanges
• Providing periodic after-hours coverage

Benefits

• Salary: USD $140,000 - US$185,000
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
• 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
• Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
• Voluntary STD and LTD
• Commuter/transit benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed