Execution Support Engineer

Diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience in global markets, operating with own capital and trading various asset classes.
$100,000 - $160,000
DevOps
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
3+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Execution Support Engineer

DRW is a well-established trading firm with over 30 years of experience in global markets. As a diversified trading organization, they operate using their own capital across various asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities, and Energy. The company has expanded into real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets.

The Execution Support team role is a critical position supporting proprietary and third-party trading systems, as well as middle and back-office systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring maximum trading system availability, troubleshooting production incidents, and maintaining efficient software deployment processes.

Key aspects of the role include working with trading systems across multiple asset classes and geographic locations, developing automation tools, and providing technical support for market connectivity. The position requires strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience with FIX protocol and Linux/Windows environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and enjoys working with cutting-edge trading technology. The role offers exposure to various aspects of trading operations and the chance to work with diverse teams globally.

The company culture emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and integrity, making it an ideal environment for those who want to make a significant impact in the trading technology space. With offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, DRW provides a truly global perspective on financial markets and trading technology.

Last updated 25 days ago

Responsibilities For Execution Support Engineer

  • Establish best-in-class production support and efficient software deployment
  • Ensure maximum trading system availability
  • Provide support for trading groups' production systems across multiple asset classes
  • Develop and maintain process automation and monitoring tools
  • Troubleshoot trading system production incidents
  • Support core market connectivity and correspond with exchanges
  • Collaborate with various teams globally
  • Build documentation for procedures and system architecture
  • Coordinate with global support teams in 24x7 environment

Requirements For Execution Support Engineer

Linux
  • Superior troubleshooting skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience with FIX protocol and alternative exchange protocols
  • Linux & Windows platform support experience
  • Knowledge of network communications including multicast networking
  • Flexibility in work schedule for on-call coverage
  • Strong sense of ownership and urgency
  • Ability to handle pressure and multitask efficiently
  • Strong organizational skills

Benefits For Execution Support Engineer

  • On-call rotation required

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