Senior Windows Engineer

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Hudson River Trading (HRT) is a fully automated trading firm where the code we write *is* our business. We have built one of the world’s most sophisticated computing environments for research and development, and are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading. The Global Engineering and Application Support team designs, implements, and maintains all of the back-end tools that keep our endpoints up and running, allowing our trading strategies and research environment to run globally 24/7. 

The ideal candidate will drive optimization at HRT by working with a group of nimble, highly productive engineers and application support developers. You will partner with the Systems, Finance, and People Operations teams to serve the tech needs of all HRTers company wide. We will rely on you to manage all of our Windows endpoints ensuring they are up to date. You will build and implement high-impact, scalable technical solutions; improve business operations; and participate in a dynamic, evolving industry. 

The Responsibilities

  • You will partner with IT management, internal stakeholders, and vendors to design, deploy, and maintain solutions. 
  • You will be responsible for management, updating, maintaining, and the feeding of our Windows systems. This includes the basics of Windows servers, Active Directory to our Virtual, and cloud Virtual infrastructure
  •  As the Senior Windows Engineer you will collaborate deeply with the support team as their go-to resource when they encounter head-scratcher problems, and provide reinforcements if and when they are under stress. 
  • You will support various applications used by HRT’s Finance, Legal, and HR departments and have complete ownership over Software Development Life Cycles.
  • You'll keep our endpoints updated by ensuring our devices have the latest patches after stringent testing

The Profile

  • You possess expert-level knowledge of Windows infrastructure including the following areas:
    • Active directory (on Prem, Azure, and/or a hybrid) 
    • Hybrid on-premise and cloud environments
    • Virtual infrastructure
    • Hypervisor Technologies
    • VDIs on premise and cloud based 
    • Image creation automation
    • Windows Containers
  • You have used Monitoring tools such as Prometheus or other solutions that push monitoring data
  • You’ll be well versed in protecting data via backups, ensuring data is backed up and can be recovered
  • You have administrative experience with MSSQL and database work, and experience with high availability systems and scaling
  • You have experience setting up and administering UEM’s / MDM’s, and managing Windows endpoints from them
  • You have worked with Info-Sec teams and built solutions that follow NIST & CIS guidelines 
  • You have scripting experience with Python & PowerShell. We like to script our own solutions here at HRT!
  • You possess an understanding of networking and server systems, along with expert troubleshooting techniques when connecting to them
  • The ability to speak in technical and non-technical jargon, and translate both into comprehendible documentation and requirements company-wide.
  • The ability to empathize with the end user and craft solutions to help them swiftly 
  • Independent thinker and decision maker, and a team player 

The Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we come from all sorts of backgrounds: mathematics, computer science, statistics, physics, and engineering. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automated trading. Our culture celebrates great ideas whether they come from HRT veterans or new hires. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues, whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Seem like something you might be interested in? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.

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Technology we use

  • Engineering
    • C++Languages
    • PythonLanguages

Location

HRT is located in the heart of the Chicago Loop; we are steps away from all major train stations and offer views of the Chicago River. We also have offices in Austin, Boulder, New York City (HQ) , London, Dublin, Singapore, Shanghai, and Mumbai.

What are Hudson River Trading Perks + Benefits

Culture
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Hybrid work model
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Diversity manifesto
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Transgender health care benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Company sponsored family events
Fertility benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
Free snacks and drinks
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Fitness stipend
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Continuing education stipend

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