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Senior Network Engineer

Exchange · New York · On-site

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About Exchange

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About the role

IEX is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our growing Infrastructure team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and operation of high-performance, low-latency networks, including IEX’s new Options Exchange. This role requires expertise in low-latency networking and high-performance infrastructure to support real-time trading operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-pressure, fast-changing, and demanding environment, where microseconds matter.

What they're looking for

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in networking, with a focus on high-performance, low-latency networks
  • Strong experience with multicast and network automation platforms, such as Ansible and Python
  • Proven experience in the financial services industry, ideally in a High-Frequency Trading firm, Proprietary Trading Firm, or Exchange environment
  • Solid experience with capacity planning, network performance tuning, and implementing network upgrades
  • Advanced understanding of network protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VRF, STP, IGMP, PIM
  • Hands-on experience with network automation and orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Python, or similar platforms)
More about this role

Senior Network Engineer

IEX is an exchange operator and technology company dedicated to innovating for performance in capital markets. Founded in 2012, IEX launched a new kind of securities exchange in 2016 that combines a transparent business model and unique architecture designed to protect investors. Today, IEX applies its proprietary technology and experience to drive performance across asset classes, serve investors, and advocate for transparent and competitive markets.

IEX is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our growing Infrastructure team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and operation of high-performance, low-latency networks, including IEX’s new Options Exchange. This role requires expertise in low-latency networking and high-performance infrastructure to support real-time trading operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-pressure, fast-changing, and demanding environment, where microseconds matter. You will also play a crucial role in ensuring the resilience, scalability, and security of our infrastructure.

  • Participate in the engineering process to design, build, and manage resilient, high-performance network platforms

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Network Engineering

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