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Trade Desk Support Engineer

DV Trading · Chicago · United States

$110,000–$135,000 per yearIT Support Specialist

Posted: 5/4/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from DV Trading's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

About Us:

Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview: 

We are hiring a trade desk support engineer to join our IT department to handle L1 thru L3 level support of service requests/incidents in a professional and timely manner. Customer service and production support are the most important aspects of this role.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Monitoring and alerting of critical trading system environments
  • Proactive identification and resolution of production issues
  • Development of tools and driving efficiency/stability improvements/ automation with scripting
  • Troubleshooting and resolution of complex systems issues
  • Production Deployments of all infrastructure components
  • Off hours pager support on a rotating schedule

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience 
  • Strong working knowledge of UNIX environment/Unix commands
  • Database knowledge with sql - MySQL, InfluxDB
  • Strong scripting knowledge - Python/Bash
  • Minimum B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential
  • Ability to switch and track various ongoing tasks and issues is required
  • Attention to detail in problem solving
  • Ability to work under pressure within a dynamic trading environment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Preferred: 

  • Experience using Jira as a ticket/work request system
  • Experience using Grafana/InfluxDB/Icinga
  • Linux desktop support experience
  • Experience with version control systems such as git/puppet
  • Network troubleshooting and analysis experience

Benefits:

  • Discretionary bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
  • Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Vacation policy
  • Retirement plan with employer match

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The range below reflects the expected base salary for this position. It represents a good-faith estimate of the base pay we anticipate offering, with actual compensation determined by your experience, education, skills, and performance throughout the interview process. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus (at DV Trading's discretion) and DV Trading's benefits package, including the benefits listed above.

Base Salary Range
$110,000—$135,000 USD

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