Exciting job opportunity at a leading proprietary trading firm in Chicago where your network engineering expertise will directly impact mission-critical trading infrastructure. The company specializes in high-frequency trading strategies where network performance, reliability, and security are paramount to business success. They are seeking a seasoned Network Infrastructure Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where your technical decisions directly impact trading performance and profitability.
You'll collaborate with trading technologists and infrastructure teams to design, implement, and optimize ultra-low-latency network solutions. With competitive compensation reflecting the specialized nature of financial technology, you'll gain exposure to advanced networking architectures while working in a meritocratic environment that values technical excellence. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of network performance and security in a result-driven culture, this position offers unparalleled growth and learning opportunities.
Required Skills & Experience - 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or Arista networking equipment
- Deep understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and network optimization
- Firewall management experience (Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco)
- Experience with network segmentation and security best practices
- Strong troubleshooting skills and performance optimization experience
- Knowledge of infrastructure automation tools (Terraform, Ansible)
- Experience supporting critical production environments
Desired Skills & Experience - Experience in financial services or trading environments
- Knowledge of ultra-low-latency networking techniques
- Cloud networking expertise (AWS, Azure)
- Experience with network monitoring and analytics tools
- Understanding of trading protocols and market data infrastructure
- Experience with VMware NSX or software-defined networking
- Network security certifications (CCNP Security, PCNSE)
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
- 50% Network Infrastructure (Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
- 20% Security Implementation (Firewalls, VPNs, Segmentation)
- 15% Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure)
- 15% Network Automation and Monitoring
Daily Responsibilities
- 70% Hands On (design, implementation, optimization, troubleshooting)
- 10% Management Duties (documentation, capacity planning)
- 20% Team Collaboration (working with trading desks, infrastructure teams)
The Offer - Bonus OR Commission eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time
- Stock Options
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Posted by: Kylie Lenz
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