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# Desktop Trade Support Engineer

- **Company:** Quant Capital
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Apple Mac Systems, Bash Shell, Unix, System Configuration, Python (Programming Language), System Center Configuration Manager, Windows PowerShell, Remote Desktop Services, User Provisioning Software, Low Latency
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2933595594-2

## About the Role

Background:Extensive experience supporting heterogeneous environments (Windows, macOS, Unix/Linux)Deep familiarity with trade floor technology and the demands of low-latency systemsExperience supporting or deploying trading and market data platformsScripting capabilities (PowerShell, Python, Bash or similar) to automate workflowsStrong problem-solving instinct and the ability to triage complex issues under time pressureHighly autonomous, intellectually curious, and able to manage competing priorities with composureDesirable (but not essential):Prior experience in proprietary trading, hedge funds, or market-making firmsWindows Server and Active Directory administrationExposure to Microsoft SCCM or similar enterprise toolsExperience designing or supporting scalable VDI/remote desktop environmentsThis role offers the chance to operate at the heart of a world-class trading environment-where engineering isn't just a support function, but a strategic driver of innovation and performance.

## Description

proactive, engineering-led position with a strong focus on automation, systems optimisation, and continuous improvement.You'll work directly with traders, quant researchers, and developers-deploying, managing, and innovating around the systems that power one of the most agile trading operations in the industry.Key Responsibilities:Delivering high-touch technical support to front-office and back-office users in a real-time, fast-paced trading environmentDeploying, configuring, and supporting complex trading platforms and custom applicationsCollaborating with global engineering teams to align tooling, infrastructure, and user strategyLeading hardware provisioning, workstation builds, and onboarding workflows for technical staffSupporting video conferencing and high-availability meeting infrastructureDriving automation across user provisioning, system configuration, and diagnostic workflowsEvaluating and introducing emerging technologies to enhance performance and reliabilityYour


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