Systems Engineer

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their R&D team, focusing on maintaining and scaling their sophisticated computing infrastructure. The role involves managing a large-scale distributed compute cluster, petabyte-scale storage, and cutting-edge operating systems. As a Systems Engineer, you'll be responsible for keeping HRT's global trading and research operations running 24/7, working with state-of-the-art hardware and software systems.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced technology in a fast-paced financial trading environment. You'll be handling everything from HPC cluster optimization to performance tuning, combining both hardware and software expertise. The role requires strong Linux systems knowledge, scripting abilities, and excellent problem-solving skills.

HRT offers a collaborative and innovative culture where expertise from various fields - mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering - comes together. They value self-starters and celebrate great ideas regardless of tenure. The company provides competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $150,000-$250,000, plus additional benefits like sign-on and performance bonuses.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of relevant experience, strong Linux administration skills, and a passion for technology. You'll be joining a diverse, global team that emphasizes togetherness and values varied perspectives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys technical challenges, continuous learning, and working in a dynamic trading technology environment.