
About Virtu Financial
Transforming trading with advanced financial technology
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2008, headquartered in New York City
- Operates on 235 financial exchanges across 35 countries
- Significant market share in multiple asset classes
- Serves institutional investors and broker-dealers globally
Virtu Financial is a leading financial technology firm based in New York City, specializing in proprietary trading and client services across 235 financial exchanges in over 35 countries. Founded in 2008, Virtu has established a significant market share in various asset classes, leveraging advanced ...
🎁 Benefits
Virtu Financial offers competitive salaries, equity options, and a generous PTO policy. Employees enjoy a flexible remote work policy, comprehensive h...
🌟 Culture
Virtu Financial fosters a unique culture that blends the agility of a startup with the rigor of a financial services firm. The company emphasizes data...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Virtu Financial is hiring a Site Reliability Engineer to manage the deployment and maintenance of a sophisticated electronic trading system. You'll work in a Linux environment to solve complex technical problems and support trading operations. This role requires a strong interest in markets and technology.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in managing and maintaining complex systems, particularly in a Linux environment — your experience has equipped you to handle high-stress situations and make quick decisions in time-sensitive scenarios. You understand the intricacies of electronic trading systems and have a keen interest in financial markets and technology. Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, allowing you to triage and optimize systems effectively. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with traders and exchanges to enhance system performance and reliability. You are proactive in identifying potential issues and implementing solutions before they impact operations. Your communication skills enable you to support counterparties and manage risk effectively, ensuring smooth trading operations.
What you'll do
As a Site Reliability Engineer at Virtu Financial, you will be at the forefront of our technology's interaction with the financial markets. Your primary responsibilities will include managing the deployment and maintenance of our electronic trading systems across hundreds of venues worldwide. You will act as the first point of contact for all external trading connections, providing support and troubleshooting as needed. You will work closely with traders to understand market structure and optimize system performance. Your role will involve performing system triage and risk management, ensuring that our trading operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will also be responsible for enhancing our systems, implementing improvements based on your observations and feedback from the trading team. Your ability to work well under pressure will be crucial as you navigate the fast-paced environment of electronic trading.
What we offer
At Virtu Financial, we offer a dynamic work environment where technology and finance intersect. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that is dedicated to providing liquidity to global markets. We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. You will receive competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us and become an integral part of a team that is shaping the future of trading.
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