At a Glance
- Tasks: Support traders by diagnosing and resolving real-time production issues in a Linux environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic trading technology team at the forefront of finance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Own technical issues end-to-end in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by solving critical issues in trading systems.
- Qualifications: Strong Linux skills, scripting experience in Python/Bash, and a proactive mindset.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Join our trading technology team - supporting critical front office systems used by traders and quants.
Key responsibilities:
- Diagnose and resolve real‑time production issues in a Linux environment
- Build automation scripts using Bash/Python
- Analyse data issues using SQL
Requirements:
- Strong Linux fundamentals and command‑line proficiency
- Practical scripting experience (Python and/or Bash)
- Experience with exchange connectivity / trading platforms (ION, TT, FIS advantageous)
- Proactive, problem‑solving mindset with clear communication
This is not a functional support role— you’ll be expected to own issues end-to-end at a technical level.
Front Office Trading Support Engineer employer: Harrington Starr
Join a leading high-volume futures trading organisation in London, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the stability of critical trading and clearing platforms. With a strong focus on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, this company offers competitive daily rates and long-term contract opportunities, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the capital markets sector.
We think you need these skills to ace Front Office Trading Support Engineer
Linux Fundamentals
Command-Line Proficiency
Bash Scripting
Python Scripting
SQL Data Analysis
Exchange Connectivity
Trading Platforms (ION, TT, FIS)
