Data Operations Engineer (USA)
At a glance
Mid-level Data Architecture & Governance role at Trexquant Investment. Stamford · full-time · $130,000–$200,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build monitoring and alerting with partner teams so you can spot trading-process problems quickly and limit disruption
- Develop and maintain pipelines that handle data, alpha and strategy generation, testing and deployment
- Work with researchers to move their scripts into practical use through dependable deployment processes
- Check production scripts and applications for quality, then fix issues found through inspections and audits
- Use performance data to improve production, track results and report trends to management
What you bring
- Strong working ability with Python and Linux is required
- A background in computer science, engineering or a related discipline
- You work carefully, follow processes and can adjust as priorities and challenges change
Who this fits
This role suits an operations-minded engineer focused on system reliability, production quality and workflow improvement. The job is onsite, with applications accepted for the Stamford, Connecticut and New York City offices.
From the employer
Trexquant is a growing systematic fund manager with a core team of highly accomplished technologists. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Data Operations Engineer with a strong operational focus to join our team. As a Data Operations Engineer, you will play a crucial role in monitoring and optimizing our trading processes, enhancing our development and deployment processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency and success of our operations. If you are passionate about optimizing operational workflows, ensuring system reliability, and driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
(1) Operational Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
- Collaborate with teams to establish robust monitoring and alerting systems that provide real-time insights into the trading process status.
- Take a proactive approach to monitoring, promptly identifying and resolving operational issues to minimize downtime and disruptions.
(2) Continuous Integration and Deployment:
- Develop, enhance, and maintain pipelines dedicated to facilitating data/alpha/strategy generation, testing, and deployment procedures.
- Foster close collaboration with research teams to ensure the smooth deployment of scripts, promoting seamless integration of research findings into practical applications.
(3) Quality Control and Assurance:
- Establish and sustain quality control measures to ensure the consistency and robustness of scripts and applications.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of production lines to identify and rectify any quality-related issues promptly.
(4) Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the production process, driven by data analysis and performance metrics.
- Lead or contribute to cross-functional improvement projects aimed at enhancing production efficiency and increasing overall output.
(5) Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of production processes, performance metrics, and quality control data.
- Generate regular reports and provide insights to management on production performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Strong working knowledge of Python and Linux is a must.
- Experience working with SQL is an advantage.
- Prior development experience in fault-tolerant distributed or data intensive applications is a plus.
- Process-driven with strong attention to detail.
- Ability and willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
- Background in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performance.
- Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment.
- PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your. dependents.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.
- Weekly company meals.
Applications are open for both Stamford, CT and New York City offices.
The base salary range is $130,000–$200,000, depending on the candidate's educational and professional background. Base salary is one component of Trexquant's total compensation, which may also include a discretionary, performance-based bonus. This position is classified as overtime-exempt.
Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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