Tower Research Capital · 5 months ago
Senior Software Developer, Python
New York
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expTower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998, known for its high-performance platform and independent trading teams. The role involves working as part of the quant research technology team to architect and manage trading software and infrastructure, focusing on automation and reliability while solving complex problems in a dynamic environment.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Working as part of our quant research technology team
Architecting our core platform responsible for deploying and managing trading software and infrastructure in an automated fashion, with an emphasis on automation, reliability, and observability of the system
Integrating evolving trading topologies and workflows
Working on our core Python data science platform to support the team’s trading research globally
Solving problems with mission-critical production and monitoring systems in a scalable manner, while supporting rapidly increasing compute (hybrid clusters with CPUs and GPUs) and high-performance storage needs (with many petabytes of data)
Continuously reducing operational overhead by automating complex processes and distributed systems
Taking a lead in identifying robustness and efficiency improvements so that systems can meet the growing scale of trading strategies under extreme market conditions
Working in a fast-paced, close-knit, and dynamic environment, understanding requirements and implementing ideas with a quick turnaround when needed
Qualification
Required
At least 4 years of experience designing robust distributed systems, with a passion for reliability and high availability at scale
Extensive experience with software and infrastructure automation
Proficiency in Python, with knowledge of Numpy, Pandas/Polars, Cython, and other Python data-science frameworks
Prior experience with building observability and monitoring solutions
Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes is a strong plus
Familiarity with orchestration and deployment management tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Airflow
Motivation to work on architectural solutions, with an emphasis on code quality and modular design
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Motivation to learn new technologies and the ability to work independently
Benefits
Generous paid time off policies
Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
Hybrid working opportunities
Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
Company
Tower Research Capital
Tower Research Capital is a computerized trading firm in the field of high-frequency trading.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Richard Colpron
CFO
Sean Concannon, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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