Senior Network Engineer-Low Latency/HFT Specialist

Selby Jennings
Chicago, IL, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
$185,000.0 - $240,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Bash Shell Border Gateway Protocol Computer Networks Network Congestion Data Centers Linux Python (Programming Language) Network Architecture Network Diagnostics Network Monitoring Routing Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
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Ansible TCP/IP Datadog Scripting Real Time Systems System Availability Low Latency Open Network Automation Platform Cisco

Job description

  • Design, implement, and support low-latency, high-performance network infrastructure
  • Optimize network paths for latency-sensitive, high-throughput applications
  • Manage and maintain co-location, data center, and inter-site connectivity
  • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex issues (latency, packet loss, microbursts)
  • Support market data distribution and real-time systems
  • Ensure high availability, resiliency, and scalability across the network environment
  • Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability tooling

Requirements

Do you have experience in Tooling?, * Strong expertise in L2/L3 networking, TCP/IP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

  • Experience in low-latency, high-performance, or mission-critical environments
  • Proven troubleshooting skills in complex production networks
  • Experience with Cisco, Arista, or similar networking platforms
  • Solid Linux fundamentals and network diagnostics experience
  • Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Python, Bash, Ansible)

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