Technical Operations Analyst with Python, Electronic Trading Systems Preferred - Work From Home

Company Description Job Description Technical Operations Analyst with Python, Electronic Trading Systems Preferred - Work From Home We are currently looking for a Technical Operations Analyst for a great opportunity. The company participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities, options, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies. Their culture emphasizes teamwork and focuses on continuous integration and test-driven development. This position is 100% Remote. Technical Operations Analyst Responsibilities: - Oversee the operation and maintenance of the trading systems, guaranteeing continuity and stability in the production trading environment. - Develop automation tools to streamline operational processes, reducing overhead and enhancing efficiency. - Triage, prioritize and troubleshoot complex network and systems issues, ranging from low-level hardware to in-house software applications. - Work with development to improve the operational stability and functionality of existing and new trading systems. - Coordinate, plan, and execute firm-wide changes within a global change management framework. - Understand and account for the needs of all stakeholders. - On call coverage in a team rotation. - Support other key initiatives as the business dictates. Qualifications Technical Operations Analyst Qualifications: - Need a bachelor's or associate degree, preferably in a technical area such as computer science or engineering. - Exceptional communication and collaboration skills. - Extremely proficient in Python development, including aspects of application requirements, design, implementation and deployment. - A self-motivated personality with a passion for solving complex problems. - Proficient in Linux. - Strong organizational skills, ability to effectively plan and prioritize. - Understanding of networking concepts such as DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP, multicast and related protocols. - Can demonstrate a high level of initiative and the ability to quickly build trust with trading and technology. Technical Operations Analyst Preferred Qualifications: - Experience supporting electronic trading systems. - Prior experience with Grafana or other data visualization tools. - Familiarity with Atlassian suite of products (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket). - Experience with Active Directory, Windows Server and Windows 11. - Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices in operational environments. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, health savings account, life insurance policy, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, etc. Keywords: Chicago IL Jobs, Technical Operations Analyst, Python, Linux, DNS, HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP, Multicasting, Grafana, Atlassian, Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Windows Server, Active Directory, Electronic Trading Systems, Trading, Financial, Remote, Work From Home, Chicago Recruiters, Information Technology Jobs, IT Jobs, Chicago Recruiting Looking to hire a Technical Operations Analyst in Chicago, IL or in other cities? Our IT recruiting agencies and staffing companies can help. We help companies that are looking to hire Technical Operations Analysts for jobs in Chicago, Illinois and in other cities too. Please contact our IT recruiting agencies and IT staffing companies today! Additional Information Please check out all of our jobs at www.nextstepsystems.com. Apply tot his job

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