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Network Engineer
point72
information technology
Job Description:
As Point72 reimagines the future of investing, our Technology team is constantly evolving our firms IT infrastructure and engineering capabilities, positioning us at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Were a team of experts who experiment and work to discover new ways to harness open-source solutions, modern cloud architectures, and sophisticated Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions, while embracing enterprise agile methodologies. Our commitment to building and innovating in the AI space provides the framework intended to drive smarter decision making and enhance how we build and operate our platforms and applications.
Daily Responsibilities:
Build and operate high-performance network platforms that support low-latency trading systems and critical business applications
Design and deploy scalable campus, data center, and wide-area network architectures to meet growth and availability targets
Implement and manage network security controls, firewall policies, and segmentation to protect sensitive systems and data, strengthening our defensive posture
Automate network provisioning, configuration, and validation using scripting and infrastructure-as-code techniques to reduce manual work and accelerate deployments
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and drive post-incident improvements to increase reliability and reduce recurrence
Partner with application, security, and operations teams to optimize network performance for latency-sensitive and high-throughput workloads
Lead network upgrade, capacity planning, and vendor coordination projects from design through testing and cutover to deliver measurable improvements
Maintain and improve network documentation, runbooks, and change control artifacts to ensure reproducible, auditable operations
Mentor and coach engineers early in their careers, share knowledge across the team, and contribute to an environment of continuous improvement
Job Requirements:
Bachelors degree in computer science, information technology, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of hands-on network engineering experience in enterprise or financial services environments
Proven experience designing, deploying, and operating data center and campus networks, with deep expertise in routing and switching and strong command of core protocols including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, and EVPN/VXLAN, including hands-on experience designing VXLAN-based Layer 2/Layer 3 data center fabrics and underlay/overlay architectures
Hands-on experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting enterprise networking platforms such as Cisco and Arista, along with implementing and supporting next-generation firewall solutions including Palo Alto Networks
Experience with network automation and scripting using Python, Ansible, or similar tools, with a clear understanding of infrastructure-as-code principles
Proficiency with network monitoring, packet capture, and observability tools to diagnose and resolve performance, reliability, and availability issues
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and incident response skills, with the ability to remain effective in high-pressure situations and drive timely resolution
Proven ability to collaborate across technical and business teams, with a willingness to participate in a scheduled on-call rotation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to the highest ethical standards
Compensation:
The annual base salary range for this role is $185,000-$220,000 (USD)
Job Location(s):
Stamford, Connecticut
Source:
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Competition:
n/a
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