We seek an experienced low-latency network engineer to join our prop trading infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in designing, implementing, and optimising ultra-low-latency networks in electronic and HFT/MFT. This role requires deep technical knowledge of network protocols, exchange connectivity, market data distribution, and co-location environments.
Principal Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain low-latency network infrastructure for trading systems.
- Optimise network paths, jitter, and packet capture to improve microsecond-level performance
- Manage market data multicast/unicast distribution with reliability and speed.
- Configure and monitor ultra-low-latency switches and NICs (Arista, Cisco, Mellanox, Solarflare, ExaNIC, etc.).
- Implement and monitor time synchronisation systems (PTP, NTP).
- Collaborate with traders, developers, and systems engineers to ensure end-to-end low-latency connectivity.
- Work with exchange co-location providers to provision, monitor, and troubleshoot circuits.
- Familiar with cross-connects, fibre latency measurement, and exchange handoffs.
- Hands-on experience deploying and managing networks in an exchange colocation data centre (e.g., NSE, BSE, MCX, IFSC).
- Configure leased lines and VPN tunnels to exchanges/data centres.
- Work closely with trading and quant teams to minimise round-trip latency.
- Automate monitoring and reporting of network performance
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in low-latency/high-performance networking, preferably in a trading environment.
- Strong expertise in TCP/UDP, Multicast, IGMP, BGP, OSPF, QoS, PTP/NTP.
- Hands-on with Linux networking and kernel tuning.
- Experience with network packet analysis tools (Corvil, tcpdump, Wireshark, ExaNIC).
- Ability to troubleshoot and deliver solutions in time-sensitive, high-pressure trading environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in high-frequency trading (HFT), electronic trading, and exchange connectivity.
- Knowledge of market data feeds (Equities, Derivatives, FX).
- Certifications: CCIE/CCNP, Arista ACE, Juniper JNCIE, or equivalent.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
- Access to cutting-edge trading infrastructure and proprietary tools.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
We encourage you to apply if you're passionate about quantitative research and high-frequency trading and want to have a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.
