Senior Support Analyst, London - Trading Team (python, Bash)

Tower Research Capital is a global quantitative trading firm engaged in high-frequency trading and algorithmic trading strategies across various financial markets, founded in 1998. Tower Research Capital utilizes advanced technology, sophisticated algorithms, and vast amounts of data to execute trades rapidly and efficiently, on a wide range of asset classes, including equities, futures, and options. Tower Research Capital activities involve quantitative research, developing proprietary trading models, market analysis, and risk management. As a leading player in the financial industry, Tower Research Capital continually innovates and adapts to changing market conditions to generate profits from short-term price discrepancies and market inefficiencies.

Tower Research Capital seeks a Senior Support Analyst to join one of its Trading Teams in London

Responsibilities

• Solving problems by providing level one and level two support while managing a rich suite of trading applications
• Proposing and executing automation efforts to keep the operational burden low and to enhance reliability
• Monitoring daily reports and run of scheduled jobs
• Monitoring and reporting on the status and health of our systems
• Serving as the primary technical contact for the whole trading team, engaging in direct communication with traders and developers
• Participating in on-call rotation and occasional weekend shifts

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science or a related field
• At least three years of relevant experience
• Strong scripting skills in Python, and Bash
• Thorough understanding of Linux fundamentals and basic knowledge of OS concepts
• Experience with configuration management, source control, automated deployment
• Knowledge of SQL and use of databases
• Background in C++ will be a plus
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Tower continues to enhance the in-house trading system and strategies that have positioned the firm as a leader in the thriving field of quantitative trading. While Tower offers challenges and rewards rivaling those of any Wall Street firm, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Five weeks of paid vacation per year