Responsibilities
1. Designing, developing, testing and deploying some of the fastest, most sophisticated trading systems in the world
2. Developing software that can drive the hardware design to its peak performance
3. Improving the efficiency of the hardware development workflow
4. Integrating hardware designs into a larger software stack
5. Performance measurement and optimization throughout the system, from the SERDES all the way to the Linux kernel and user space applications
Qualifications
6. An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
7. 2-3 years of practical, hands-on industry experience
8. A background in both RTL design and software engineering
9. Experience with FPGA vendor tools such as Vivado / Quartus
10. Software development experience with a language such as C++ or Java
11. A strong understanding of the Linux operating system
12. Understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP and Ethernet
13. Excellent communication and collaboration skills
14. A keen interest in using software engineering methodologies to improve the efficiency of the hardware development workflow
Benefits
Tower’s office is located in the heart of London’s financial district, and is easily accessible by public transport links. While we work hard, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life.
Benefits include:
15. Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
16. 5 weeks of paid holiday per year plus bank and public holidays
17. Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
18. Pension, medical and dental, group life and income protection schemes
19. Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses
20. Free events and workshops
21. Donation matching program