Network Engineer I
1 week ago
Network Engineer I
About Akuna:
Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, data driven solutions, and automation. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market-maker – meaning we are committed to providing competitive quotes that we are willing to both buy and sell. To do this successfully, we design and implement our own low latency technologies, trading strategies, and mathematical models.
Our Founding Partners first conceptualized Akuna in their hometown of Sydney. They opened the firm's first office in 2011 in the heart of the derivatives industry and the options capital of the world – Chicago. Today, Akuna is proud to operate from additional offices in Sydney, Shanghai, London, and Singapore.
What you'll do as a Network Engineer at Akuna:
We are seeking a Network Engineer to join Akuna's innovative and growing IT Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate is likely to have received a college degree with a focus in network design, or equivalent experience. Candidates must be self-motivated, demonstrate excellent multitasking skills, and should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art electronic trading environment. In this role, you will:
Collaborate with our Trading, IT Infrastructure, and Development teams to configure and troubleshoot the network infrastructure Provide day-to-day support of network and application environments, including port configuration and cabling Provide evening and weekend support and maintenance, and travel to data centers as required Work closely with other infrastructure engineers to evaluate current and new technology and improve all aspects of our infrastructure Work together with senior team members to analyze business requirements, and design, implement, and manage an effective (WAN/LAN) network that supports our current domestic and global trading platform Work with network providers to ensure that the trading infrastructure remains stable, competitive, and cost-effective Document and focus on automation of all day-to-day operationsThe ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the roleQualities that make great candidates:
1 - 2 years of network engineering experience in a professional environment Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field Understanding of TCP/IP and the OSI stack Understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) Some experience working with either Juniper, Arista or Cisco Understanding of switching, firewalls, STP, VLANs, VPNs, Trunks, ACLs, multicast routing (IGMP, PIM) Familiarity dealing with multiple vendors Experience performing network traffic and protocol analysis using standard industry tools (Wireshark, tcpdump) Basic understanding of Linux/Unix Desire to obtain a CCNA or CCNP Scripting language (such as Python) experienceIn addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us
In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $90,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skill set. This role is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus as part of the total compensation package, in addition to the benefits listed here: The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC.
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