Systems Engineer (Mid-Level)

Systems Engineer (Mid-Level) will work SpiderRock’s established engineers and leadership to help build and scale the core infrastructure that powers our trading platform. This role will take tough systems problems, write high-performance code, and understand how software meets hardware. The mid-level Systems Engineer will work on everything from messaging systems to performance monitoring, collaborating with application and DevOps teams to deliver reliable, high-throughput systems. The right person will love to move fast, solve hard problems, and have fun doing it.. This is a full-time salaried position in our Chicago office and report to the Head of Infrastructure team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design, build, maintain high-throughput, low-latency systems software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across distributed systems.
• Contribute to the evolution of our infrastructure for scalability and performance.
• Work independently to dig into challenging problems - while knowing when to ask for help.
• Collaborate with application and DevOps teams to support trading platform development.
• Apply a deep understanding of system usage design decisions.

WHAT SPIDERROCK IS LOOKING FOR

• 4-year college degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Business, or related discipline or equivalent work experience
• 4-5 years of professional experience writing system-level code in C#, C , or a similar language.
• Strong knowledge of operating system abstractions (Windows or Linux).
• Deep understanding of networking fundamental.
• Familiarity with high-throughput and distributed systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Proven track record of solving problems in a fast-paced environment.
• A mindset for digging in and figuring things out, with a balance of independence and collaboration.
• Experience with kernel bypass technologies, a high plus.
• Background in performance tuning, allocations and GC, highly preferred.
• Curiosity about how software interacts with hardware at a low level.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Prepared to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exceptional prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail  
• Independent initiative-taker
• Work onsite at our Chicago corporate office

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Highly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structure
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)
• Discounted pet insurance
• Progressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)
• Wellness programs
• Zen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompress
• Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals
• Access to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge area
• Monthly, Quarterly, and Semi-Annual company sponsored events
• 401K Safe Harbor Plan and Match
• Onsite gym membership 
• Divvy bike access
• A fun and collaborative environment