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Hardware Platform Engineer

Virtu Financial

On-site
Austin, TX
Full-time
Entry
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Job description

Virtu Financial is hiring a Hardware Platform Engineer — a full-time, based in Austin, TX role. Apply directly on Virtu Financial's careers page below.

Hardware Platform Engineer

Location: Austin, TX

Department: Technology

Virtu is a leading financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to our clients. As a market maker, Virtu provides deep liquidity that helps to create more efficient markets around the world. Our market structure expertise, broad diversification, and execution technology enables us to provide competitive bids and offers in over 19,000 securities, at over 235 venues, in 36 countries worldwide.

THE ROLE

Virtu's Hardware team builds custom FPGA solutions and infrastructure that power our competitive edge in ultra low latency trading. Our Hardware Platform Engineers are responsible for deploying, maintaining, and optimizing hardware platforms while developing software applications to control and monitor production systems. As a member of the team you will take a lead role in:

  • Testing and troubleshooting hardware equipment
  • Defining and implementing hardware platform deployment plans 
  • Developing and maintaining applications to control/monitor custom hardware platforms
  • Researching and evaluating hardware providers, features, and capabilities 

Virtu offers a dynamic, meritocratic environment with a flat hierarchy. No finance background is necessary or expected. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to kick start a career in the financial technology space.

THE CANDIDATE

  • Academic degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Extensive Python experience
  • Basic understanding of network protocols
  • Familiarity with modern computer systems and network architecture
  • Strong problem solving and communication skills

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

  • Experience with real-time exchange market data and order entry systems
THE PROCESS 
 
If the applicant passes an initial resume screening, we will send a programming assessment via email from a service called HackerRank. After passing the online test, we may contact you to arrange a phone screen. 

Virtu Financial is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming you for who you are and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Hardware Platform Engineer at Virtu Financial?

The required skills for Hardware Platform Engineer at Virtu Financial include: Python, FPGA.

What is the seniority level for Hardware Platform Engineer at Virtu Financial?

Hardware Platform Engineer at Virtu Financial is a Entry level position.

How do I apply for Hardware Platform Engineer at Virtu Financial?

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