Systems Software Engineer

Join to apply for the Systems Software Engineer role at Hudson River TradingJoin to apply for the Systems Software Engineer role at Hudson River TradingThe Systems Development team builds and maintains the platform that is shared by all Systems teams to provision, monitor, and manage our server and network infrastructure. As a Systems Software Engineer, your main focus will be tool development in Python. You’ll improve and integrate our existing tools and libraries across the platform, as well as design and building new ones to make trading, research, installation, and monitoring systems easier to manage and more reliable. Strong Python skills and development experience are required, along with Unix experience.ResponsibilitiesThis role offers a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on a critical part of our existing and growing infrastructure. Your responsibilities will vary, but a typical day in the life might look like:Building and maintaining tools and software features to automate systems engineering workflows related to machine provisioning, monitoring, metrics collection, maintenance, and network configurationTroubleshooting software bugs on a fleet of Linux machines, including application, network, operating system, and/or kernel issuesWriting configuration management code to build, deploy, and maintain new servicesHelping to set the general direction for the Systems Python platformQualificationsRequired:Strong Python programmingAbility to debug and analyze problems quicklyAbility to learn at a fast pace and apply new skills effectivelyStrong grasp of computer science fundamentals and software design patternsSolid understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systemsPreferredUnderstanding of Debian operating systemFamiliarity with systems configuration management and monitoring technologiesFamiliarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment tools and processesUnderstanding of networking protocolsProfileBS and/or MS in computer science or a related field2+ years of relevant experience, including programming in PythonExperience using automation to solve problems and improve processes efficientlyActs effectively as a team player but also work well independentlyskilled at juggling multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of attention to detailFamiliar with open-source softwareCultureHudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionFinanceIndustriesCapital MarketsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hudson River Trading by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “System Software Engineer” roles.Chicago, IL $74,064.94-$130,001.91 1 week agoChicago, IL $105,000.00-$120,000.00 1 month agoChicago, IL $110,000.00-$115,000.00 1 year agoDeerfield, IL $79,300.00-$127,000.00 1 month agoDeerfield, IL $64,855.00-$103,870.00 1 month agoChicago, IL $145,000.00-$155,000.00 1 week agoChicago, IL $123,274.67-$167,301.34 1 week agoDes Plaines, IL $110,000.00-$150,000.00 10 hours agoChicago, IL $90,000.00-$130,000.00 8 months agoChicago, IL $85,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week agoChicago, IL $150,000.00-$250,000.00 4 days agoSite Reliability Engineer – Quant Trading Systems – up to $300k base + bonusChicago, IL $150,000.00-$300,000.00 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $150,000.00-$225,000.00 4 days agoChicago, IL $200,000.00-$250,000.00 5 days agoChicago, IL $80,000.00-$95,000.00 1 week agoChicago, IL $110,000.00-$135,000.00 3 days agoSystem Software Engineer - Ubuntu NetworkingWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17