Systems Engineer II

Systems Engineer (Mid-Level) will work Spider Rock’s established engineers and leadership to help build and scale the core infrastructure that powers our trading platform. This role will take tough systems problems, write high-performance code, and understand how software meets hardware. The mid-level Systems Engineer will work on everything from messaging systems to performance monitoring, collaborating with application and Dev Ops teams to deliver reliable, high-throughput systems.

The right person will love to move fast, solve hard problems, and have fun doing it. This is a full-time salaried position in our Chicago office and report to the Head of Infrastructure team.

Design, build, maintain high-throughput, low-latency systems software.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across distributed systems.

Contribute to the evolution of our infrastructure for scalability and performance.

Work independently to dig into challenging problems - while knowing when to ask for help.

Collaborate with application and Dev Ops teams to support trading platform development.

Apply a deep understanding of system usage design decisions.

4-year college degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Business, or related discipline or equivalent work experience

4-5 years of professional experience writing system-level code in C#, C++, or a similar language.

Strong knowledge of operating system abstractions (Windows or Linux).

Deep understanding of networking fundamental.

Familiarity with high-throughput and distributed systems.

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Proven track record of solving problems in a fast-paced environment.

A mindset for digging in and figuring things out, with a balance of independence and collaboration.

Experience with kernel bypass technologies, a high plus.

Background in performance tuning, allocations and GC, highly preferred.

Curiosity about how software interacts with hardware at a low level.

Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Prepared to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Exceptional prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills

Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Work onsite at our Chicago corporate office

Highly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structure

Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)

Discounted pet insurance

Progressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)

Wellness programs

Zen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompress

Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals

Access to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge area

Monthly, Quarterly, and Semi-Annual company sponsored events