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# Performance Engineer

- **Company:** IMC
- **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Linux, Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Reverse Engineering
- **Published:** July 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5326469703

## About the Role

* Proficient understanding of computer internals, networking and Linux (at least two out of three). Skilled in reverse engineering techniques.
 * Inquisitive mind. Think Sherlock Holmes and the case of the missing microsecond.
 * Understanding of complex, bespoke networks and networking stacks.
 * Experience with data and system analysis in Python
 * Be able to work self-sufficiently with minimal guidance after internal training
 * Capable of working autonomously while contributing to a multidisciplinary team. Always looking for ways to gain an edge.

## Description

As a Performance Engineer at IMC, you will play a pivotal role in analysing, optimising, and tuning our systems interaction with exchange systems holistically. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll be tasked with uncovering performance improvements across the trading stack. This role combines technical ingenuity with creative problem-solving to outsmart competition in one of the most demanding technical landscapes.

Your Core Responsibilities

 * Black Box Reverse Engineering and Analysis: Analyse and understand the behaviour of complex systems using black-box techniques, identifying performance bottlenecks and optimisation opportunities. Designing and performing statistical experiments to explain emergent real world phenomena.
 * Quantitative research: use large datasets to understand exchange technology.
 * Experimentation & Prototyping: Design, implement, and test innovative ideas, experiments and technologies. Develop quick internal prototypes to evaluate performance and real-world applicability.
 * Collaboration & Communication: Liaise effectively with traders, software and hardware engineers, and infrastructure teams to share insights and implement solutions.
 * System Analysis: Analyse terabytes of network data to identify patterns, validate hypotheses, and optimise system performance.


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