Job Description
Are you ready to step into a high‑performance environment at the heart of global markets? We're looking for a motivated and technically skilled eTrading Production Support Engineer to join our fast‑paced Application Support team based in London. You'll be part of a global organisation, supporting cutting‑edge eTrading platforms used across key financial hubs including New York, Tokyo, and Singapore.
Location
London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Type
Full‑time
What You’ll Do
* Oversee the day‑to‑day production support for critical FX applications
* Monitor system health, perform capacity and performance management, and resolve incidents efficiently
* Lead change management activities, including planning, scheduling, and implementing upgrades
* Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and infrastructure teams to enhance platform performance, stability, and low‑latency capabilities
* Develop automation tools and scripts to support operational efficiency
* Take ownership of specific applications and tools, becoming the subject‑matter expert in those areas
* Participate in an on‑call rota and occasional weekend work to support production deployments
What We’re Looking For
* Strong Python scripting skills for building tools and automation
* Solid understanding of Linux (Red Hat), with a focus on performance tuning
* Broad IT knowledge, preferably within a trading or financial services environment
* Hands‑on experience with:
o Scripting: Python, Shell, SQL
o DevOps tools: Jenkins, Ansible, Artifactory
o Monitoring: ITRS Geneos, Zabbix, or similar
o Networking: solid understanding of firewall infrastructure and multicast messaging
Key Qualities
* Strong communicator and natural collaborator
* Analytical thinker with a hands‑on approach to problem solving
* Organised, detail‑oriented, and comfortable handling multiple priorities
* Self‑starter with the drive to learn new technologies and systems quickly
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