Supporting, maintaining, and enhancing the firm's trading Linux infrastructure
Supporting, maintaining, and enhancing the firm's HPC infrastructure for research
Providing support specifically for the Linux and HPC environments including:
Emergency response
Execution of planned changes, updates, and deployment projects within the Linux server infrastructure
Manage HPC systems to support trading operations and Condor Job scheduler
Advanced profiling and troubleshooting of performance issues specifically within the Linux servers environment
Contributing to the development and refinement of tools and systems to automate provisioning, configuration, and monitoring of thousands of Linux servers
Management of 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
Engaging in daily direct communication with trading teams and core engineering
Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices in HPC, storage, and GPU computing.
Qualifications
Experience in maintenance, operation, and administration of a sufficiently advanced Linux environment
Daily use of and contribution to developing automation and monitoring tools
Comprehensive understanding of Linux OS concepts and internals
Working knowledge of Intel-based hardware and server components
Good knowledge of Python, expert knowledge of Bash for scripting and automation tasks in a Linux environment
Understanding of Linux server-side networking and typical network protocols
Participation in open source or personal projects is a plus
Understanding of Linux configuration management, source control, CI/CD, and automated deployment
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Tower Research Capital is seeking a Python Developer to build and support a Python data science platform for global trading research. The role covers ETL pipelines, visualization, compute infrastructure, in-house tools,
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
Preferred Qualifications (not required)
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and hybrid cloud environments.
Knowledge of parallel file systems (e.g., GPFS), batch systems (e.g., Slurm, Grid Engine, Condor), and high-performance network interconnects.
Experience with VAST and Weka storage solutions is highly desirable.
Solid understanding of trading infrastructure and low-latency systems.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Skills in managing hybrid cloud/on-premises environments.
Experience proposing and implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices from the ground up.
Anticipated New York annual base salary range $130,000-$165,000 plus eligible for discretionary bonus.
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.
About Tower Research Capital
Financial Services1,001-5,000Founded 1998
Tower Research Capital is a quantitative trading firm that builds high-performance technology and independent trading teams to trade across global markets and asset classes.