At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and support a high-performance trading environment using Linux/Unix systems.
- Company: Join Susquehanna, a global leader in quantitative trading and innovation.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, competitive salary, and work with cutting-edge technology.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make an impact in finance while collaborating with traders and engineers.
- Qualifications: Experience with Linux/Unix and proficiency in Python and Bash scripting.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
You will work directly with our technologists, traders, and quantitative research analysts to build, monitor, and support the production environment on a highly automated trading desk. This role is heavily hands-on with Linux/Unix systems, where you will develop tooling to ensure stability, performance, and reliability across a complex, distributed environment. You will also contribute to the development and maintenance of software build and deployment tools on Linux, while gaining exposure to market microstructure and understanding how system architecture and operational risk directly impact trading. This role is supporting a global team and will require you to work one day on a weekend.
In this role, you will:
- Design and develop Python and Bash scripts to monitor the health, performance, and dependencies of a mission-critical production environment
- Monitor and support a highly distributed Linux-based trading system
- Partner with the Platform Engineering team on server imaging, testing, deployment, and system configuration
- Act as a key liaison between the trading desk and network, security, market data, and platform teams on production issues and new system setups
- Provide multi-level production support for traders, strategists, and quantitative researchers
- Help improve system reliability, automation, and operational efficiency across the trading stack
Must hold full working rights to work in Australia. Strong, hands-on experience with Linux/Unix systems (essential) — this role is deeply OS-focused. Proficiency in scripting languages, particularly Python and Bash, required. Experience supporting production or mission-critical systems in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work closely with traders, quants, and engineers. Ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues under pressure. Financial services or trading environment experience preferred, but not required. Good understanding of financial instruments and markets is a plus. Excellent quantitative and problem-solving skills strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
Production Engineer – Sydney employer: Susquehanna International Group
Susquehanna International Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Sydney that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a commitment to work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the finance sector across the APAC region.
Contact Details:
Susquehanna International Group Recruitment Team
