Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998 is at the forefront of the high-frequency trading (HFT) market. We believe in using innovative technology to create new opportunities in the world of finance and high frequency platforms.

We are seeking a proactive and technically adept engineer for our Support Team, based in India or Amsterdam. This role is integral to our operations, ensuring our systems and strategies are functioning optimally. 

Responsibilities:

• Working with both Regional and Global support teams, ensuring efficient handling of issues, and providing timely solutions.
• Enhancing our existing Python script framework, driving its growth and contributing to the codebase.
• Providing support for high frequency trading systems, with an emphasis on market data and order routing.
• Leading latency analyses and performance investigations in order to improve the quality of trading systems.
• Developing, maintaining, and optimizing Scheduling tools ( Airflow DAGs)  in line with business requirements.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in the Industry
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid experience in a technology or support function, preferably in the finance industry.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience in Scheduling tools like Airflow DAGs.
• In-depth understanding of HFT systems, Order Passing, and Market Data.
• Familiarity with cloud computing infrastructure (a plus).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with teammates in remote locations.
• Willingness to provide after-hours support when necessary.

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 and performance-based bonuses
• 5 weeks of paid vacation per year
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks on a daily basis
• Cab facility within Gurgaon
• Health club allowances