Full-Time

Desktop Systems Engineer

Posted on 8/23/2024

DRW

DRW

1,001-5,000 employees

Proprietary trading and risk management firm

Quantitative Finance
Financial Services

Junior, Mid

London, UK

Category
IT & Support
Software Engineering
Required Skills
PowerShell
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Strong experience supporting applications and users across Windows, Unix and MacOS
  • Experience deploying and supporting trading applications.
  • Experience working on a trade floor / with traders
  • Passionate about technology
  • Highly motivated, self-starter who is eager to grow within our organization
  • Ability to manage projects independently
  • Scripting or low-level programming experience
  • Ability to handle pressure and time constraints with composure
  • Powershell experience
  • Previous Windows Server and Active Directory support experience
  • Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager experience
Responsibilities
  • Providing end user support to employees in our London office
  • Assisting in the deployment and support of trading applications
  • Working with DRWs teams globally to improve and develop the end user experience.
  • User Provisioning and hardware deployment.
  • Evaluating and recommending new hardware and software technologies or solutions.
  • Providing support for conference room technologies.
  • Automating tasks to streamline DRWs end user infrastructure.

RGM Advisors engages in proprietary trading using its own capital to operate in various financial markets. The firm focuses on developing trading strategies that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to manage risk and pursue high returns. By serving institutional clients such as hedge funds and investment banks, RGM Advisors maintains a flexible business model that allows it to trade its own money, rather than clients' funds. This approach enables better risk management and the ability to generate revenue through trading profits, achieved by employing sophisticated algorithms and market-making strategies. RGM Advisors is distinguished by its global presence and its commitment to attracting top talent, providing them with the tools needed to excel and rewarding exceptional performance.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2001

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Machine learning algorithms enhance predictive accuracy and risk management in trading.
  • DeFi platforms offer new opportunities for higher returns in crypto-assets.
  • Quantum computing revolutionizes trading strategies with faster, complex data analysis.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from algorithmic trading firms may erode DRW's market share.
  • Cryptocurrency market volatility poses risks to DRW's crypto-assets strategy.
  • Talent war in tech and finance sectors may impact DRW's ability to retain top talent.

What makes DRW unique

  • DRW combines technology, research, and risk management for diversified trading opportunities.
  • They operate using their own capital, allowing quick pivots to capture opportunities.
  • DRW has expanded into real estate, venture capital, and crypto-assets.

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Benefits

Daily catered breakfast & lunch

Massages

Social events

Gym subsidy

Flexible work arrangements

Monthly tastings

Game room

On-site yoga classes and meditation

Employee led affinity groups

Mentor/mentee outings

Trivia nights

Educational opportunities

DRW-sponsored sports teams

Poker tournament

Private mother's suite

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