Manager Network Engineering

Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.

Geneva Trading is seeking a talented and experienced Manager Network Engineering to lead our networking team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure in high-frequency trading environments, with a focus on minimizing latency and maximizing reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the networking team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the firm’s network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and data center networks.
• Ensure the network infrastructure supports the firm’s high-frequency trading operations, focusing on minimizing latency and maximizing reliability.
• Develop and implement network policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with other IT and trading teams to align network strategies with business goals.
• Monitor network performance, identify issues, and implement solutions to optimize performance and reliability.
• Manage network security, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access controls.
• Oversee network capacity planning and scalability to support business growth.
• Stay updated with the latest networking technologies and trends to ensure the firm remains at the forefront of technological advancements.
• Develop and manage the networking team’s budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Manage low latency connectivity vendors, microwave, and millimeter-wave connectivity.
• Ensure FPGA-safe setups within the network infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network engineering.
• Extensive experience with network design, implementation, and troubleshooting in high-frequency trading environments.
• Extensive experience with Palo Alto Networks and Firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of networking technologies and protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and QoS.
• Experience with network security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and access controls.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of network professionals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with financial exchanges such as CME, ICE, and Eurex.
• Knowledge of Layer 1 switches.
• Understanding of optimal FPGA network setups.
• Experience with low latency connectivity vendors, microwave, and millimeter-wave connectivity.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) are highly desirable.

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