Infrastructure Engineer

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Locations

Chicago, IL, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Mid

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Desired Skills

C/C++/C#

Linux/Unix

Python

Requirements

Experience in Python and C++, or ability to learn quickly
Knowledge of software engineering practices - what makes code reusable and extensible
Passion for infrastructure: building internal tooling and frameworks
Design and implement big data tooling to support cluster computing and high-throughput computing tasks
Collaborate in the release process, including rolling out new releases, debugging and maintenance of systems
Identify and implement strategies for upgrading the current data storage capacity
Re-architect current APIs to ensure scalability and performance improvements
Experience with Linux APIs - filesystems, networking, processes management, etc
5+ years of relevant experience as a Systems Engineer, Data Engineer, or Software Engineer with Data experience
Experience developing big data technology, preferably complete rebuilds
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Responsibilities

Old Mission is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our Research Infrastructure team
The team is responsible for managing and maintaining a vast data universe of Equities, Options, Commodities, Bonds, and more
The complexity of data sources presents unique engineering challenges that require innovative solutions
As part of the team, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and data infrastructure that capture, archive, store and index data for the entire firm
The role requires a combination of technical expertise and analytical skills to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of our data infrastructure

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, London, and Singapore are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About The Position

Old Mission is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our Research Infrastructure team. The team is responsible for managing and maintaining a vast data universe of Equities, Options, Commodities, Bonds, and more. The complexity of data sources presents unique engineering challenges that require innovative solutions. As part of the team, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and data infrastructure that capture, archive, store and index data for the entire firm. The role requires a combination of technical expertise and analytical skills to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of our data infrastructure.

Required skills:

Experience in Python and C++, or ability to learn quickly
Knowledge of software engineering practices - what makes code reusable and extensible
Passion for infrastructure: building internal tooling and frameworks
Design and implement big data tooling to support cluster computing and high-throughput computing tasks
Collaborate in the release process, including rolling out new releases, debugging and maintenance of systems
Identify and implement strategies for upgrading the current data storage capacity
Re-architect current APIs to ensure scalability and performance improvements
Experience with Linux APIs – filesystems, networking, processes management, etc.
5+ years of relevant experience as a Systems Engineer, Data Engineer, or Software Engineer with Data experience
Experience developing big data technology, preferably complete rebuilds
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.

51-200 employees

Website

Global quantitative market-making platform

Company Overview

Old Mission's market making platform enables them to work with the world’s largest brokers, clearing firms, and institutional investors as a trusted partner, assisting them in transferring risk in a wide range of securities, often at prices that are much tighter than the competition. Old Mission values thousands of financial instruments globally, and have traded trillions of dollars of securities using proprietary systems and models, both on and off exchange.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Discretionary bonus
Top tier Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance paid for by the firm
401(k) with employer match
Full stocked kitchen, free breakfast and lunch everyday on-site
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible Spending Plan
Commuter Benefit Program

Company Core Values

Ownership
Collaboration