Network Engineer

We seek an experienced low-latency network engineer to join our prop trading infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in designing, implementing, and optimising ultra-low-latency networks in electronic and HFT/MFT. This role requires deep technical knowledge of network protocols, exchange connectivity, market data distribution, and co-location environments.

Principal Responsibilities  Design, build, and maintain low-latency network infrastructure for trading systems.
Optimise network paths, jitter, and packet capture to improve microsecond-level performance
Manage market data multicast/unicast distribution with reliability and speed.
Configure and monitor ultra-low-latency switches and NICs (Arista, Cisco, Mellanox, Solar flare, ExaNIC, etc.).
Implement and monitor time synchronisation systems (PTP, NTP).
Collaborate with traders, developers, and systems engineers to ensure end-to-end low-latency connectivity.
Work with exchange co-location providers to provision, monitor, and troubleshoot circuits.
Familiar with cross-connects, fibre latency measurement, and exchange handoffs.
Hands-on experience deploying and managing networks in an exchange colocation data centre (e.g., NSE, BSE, MCX, IFSC).
Configure leased lines and VPN tunnels to exchanges/data centres.
Work closely with trading and quant teams to minimise round-trip latency.
Automate monitoring and reporting of network performance

Job Requirements   5+ years of experience in low-latency/high-performance networking, preferably in a trading environment.
Strong expertise in TCP/UDP, Multicast, IGMP, BGP, OSPF, QoS, PTP/NTP.
Hands-on with Linux networking and kernel tuning.

Experience with network packet analysis tools (Corvil, tcpdump, Wireshark, ExaNIC).
Ability to troubleshoot and deliver solutions in time-sensitive, high-pressure trading environments.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in high-frequency trading (HFT), electronic trading, and exchange connectivity.
Knowledge of market data feeds (Equities, Derivatives, FX).

Certifications:

CCIE/CCNP, Arista ACE, Juniper JNCIE, or equivalent.

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
Access to cutting-edge trading infrastructure and proprietary tools.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

We encourage you to apply if you're passionate about quantitative research and high-frequency trading and want to have a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.