Tower Research Capital, a leading high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks a skilled Site Reliability Engineer to join our global SRE Team in Shanghai.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing and ensuring the continuous operation of the firm's Linux-based trading infrastructure, addressing day-to-day operational needs
- Providing second-level support, including:
- Rapid response to emergencies
- Implementing scheduled updates and deployments
- In-depth analysis and resolution of performance issues
- Engage in a rotational on-call schedule, including early morning and weekend shifts, to provide timely support
- Contributing towards the development of automated solutions for server provisioning, configuration, and monitoring, targeting a scalable management of thousands of servers
- Engaging in interactions with the Trading and Core Engineering teams
- Managing essential Core services such as DHCP, LDAP, DNS, and NFS for on-prem and hosted data centers as well as public clouds
- Participating in an on-call rotation and occasional weekend shifts
Qualifications
- Sound expertise in Linux production environments
- Basic knowledge of Python and Bash scripting
- Engagement with automation and monitoring tool sets
- Comprehensive knowledge of operating system principles, with a particular focus on Linux internals
- Familiarity with Intel-based server hardware and components
- Competence in server-side networking, including understanding network protocols and configurations
- Familiarity in cloud services and architectural solutions
- Experience in designing, building, and troubleshooting complex systems
- Good problem-solving skills, underpinned by a methodical approach to technical challenges. This includes an ability to communicate effectively, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, a sense of responsibility, and a commitment to driving projects to completion.
- Sense of ownership and drive
Preferred Qualifications
- Involvement in open source or personal projects showcasing a passion for innovation and collaboration
- Experience in High Frequency Trading, Quantitative Finance or working in low latency environment is advantageous but not a strict requirement
Candidates Attributes
- Organized, responsible, and meticulous
- Strong communicator
- Proactive and willing to take initiative
- Able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Excellent at supporting Linux Production environments
- Able to work both within a team and independently
Benefits
Tower’s headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC’s Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world.
At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive – without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win.
Our benefits include:
- Generous paid time off policies
- Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Free breakfast, lunch and snacks daily
- In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
- Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
- Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
- Social events, happy hours, treats and celebrations throughout the year
- Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together.
Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.