Trading Systems Engineer at DRW

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, TradingIndustries

Requirements

  • (None specified)

Responsibilities

  • Work as part of a team to establish best-in-class production support, efficient software deployment, configuration processes, and proactive monitoring, with a goal of anticipating and avoiding issues before they occur, minimizing downtime and quick recovery from any incidents
  • Ensure maximum trading system availability to avoid missing any key trading opportunities
  • Provide support for various trading groups’ production systems across a variety of asset classes and geographic locations deployed across a multi-platform production environment (primarily Linux with a little Windows)
  • Develop proprietary process automation and monitoring tools and leverage third-party technologies as appropriate
  • Troubleshoot trading system production incidents resulting from internal (proprietary software / systems) or external factors (markets, data feeds, telecommunication lines)
  • Automate software configuration and rollout procedures to reduce manual configuration errors and strive for flawless change management
  • Support core market connectivity and correspond with exchanges regarding trade order activity, connectivity, and other related technical support issues
  • Collaborate with traders, DBAs, development, back office, QA, infrastructure, technical support, business development and various management teams around the globe
  • Help end users and developers understand core trading and back-office systems to ensure

Skills

Linux
Windows
System Monitoring
Software Deployment
Configuration Management
Automation
Troubleshooting
Trading Systems

DRW

Proprietary trading and risk management firm

About DRW

RGM Advisors engages in proprietary trading using its own capital to operate in various financial markets. The firm focuses on developing trading strategies that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to manage risk and pursue high returns. By serving institutional clients such as hedge funds and investment banks, RGM Advisors maintains a flexible business model that allows it to trade its own money, rather than clients' funds. This approach enables better risk management and the ability to generate revenue through trading profits, achieved by employing sophisticated algorithms and market-making strategies. RGM Advisors is distinguished by its global presence and its commitment to attracting top talent, providing them with the tools needed to excel and rewarding exceptional performance.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2001Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Daily catered breakfast & lunch
Massages
Social events
Gym subsidy
Flexible work arrangements
Monthly tastings
Game room
On-site yoga classes and meditation
Employee led affinity groups
Mentor/mentee outings
Trivia nights
Educational opportunities
DRW-sponsored sports teams
Poker tournament
Private mother's suite

Risks

Increased competition from algorithmic trading firms may erode DRW's market share.
Cryptocurrency market volatility poses risks to DRW's crypto-assets strategy.
Talent war in tech and finance sectors may impact DRW's ability to retain top talent.

Differentiation

DRW combines technology, research, and risk management for diversified trading opportunities.
They operate using their own capital, allowing quick pivots to capture opportunities.
DRW has expanded into real estate, venture capital, and crypto-assets.

Upsides

Machine learning algorithms enhance predictive accuracy and risk management in trading.
DeFi platforms offer new opportunities for higher returns in crypto-assets.
Quantum computing revolutionizes trading strategies with faster, complex data analysis.

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