Datacenter Engineer - High-Performance Trading

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Join a leading high-frequency trading firm as a Datacenter Engineer. Driven by world-class research, the company empowers exceptional talent in mathematics, physics, and computer science to push scientific boundaries and apply groundbreaking research to global financial markets. Beyond delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, the firm designs, develops, and deploys transformative technologies, funds startups across industries, and partners with leading global research organizations and universities to tackle complex challenges.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve mission-critical data center infrastructure, ensuring maximum uptime
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot servers, network devices, structured cabling, power and cooling systems
• Lead planning and execution of new hardware deployments—including rack layout, power budgets, and cabling
• Perform diagnostics and break/fix on server and networking hardware
• Configure Linux servers and network devices (CLI, ZTP, basic scripting)
• Maintain detailed documentation, asset inventory, and capacity plans
• Manage relationships with colocation providers and hardware vendors
• Oversee contractors and logistics (shipping/receiving, installations)
• Participate in global infrastructure projects and occasional travel to other sites

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• 3+ years of data center experience in a mission-critical environment
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure—power, cooling (including liquid), cabling, and safety systems
• Expert-level skills in structured cabling and hardware installation
• Experience with Cisco and Arista hardware and CLI configuration
• Proficiency in Linux command line and basic scripting (Python a plus)
• Familiarity with networking topologies and data center architectures
• Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills
• Able to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and respond to physical demands of the role
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends when necessary and travel to other sites

Desired Skills/Qualification:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience in high-frequency trading, low-latency environments, or high-performance computing
• Python or automation scripting experience
• A perfectionist’s eye for detail and infrastructure standards

Benefits:

• High-impact role at the intersection of finance, research, and bleeding-edge technology
• Autonomy and ownership from start to finish on key projects
• Access to latest tech: advanced server hardware, Arista/Cisco networking gear, liquid cooling systems
• Above-market compensation with long-term career potential
• Collaborative, meritocratic culture focused on excellence and innovation