7ticks is a leading managed service provider (MSP) for the financial trading marketplace. The Company provides an exciting set of managed IT services to trading firms of all sizes. We offer an aggressive and challenging environment which will strengthen any engineering professional's skill set. We are looking for an entrepreneurial individual with strong people skills and a great work ethic. Job description: We are currently seeking to add a Performance Engineer to the 7ticks team. The Performance Engineer will be responsible for designing, testing and quantifying network and Systems performance as it relates to electronic trade execution and market data delivery. Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the Performance Engineer will include: Design worldwide service provider network and applications architecture based Design, test, troubleshoot, recommend, and implement performance enhancements Work with 7ticks management to produce customer facing analysis reports and comparisons Design, monitor, and troubleshoot international network infrastructure, customer networks, and financial exchange connections Utilize 3 rd party and in-house monitoring tools for analysis and quantification of data as it relates to financial trading Document information and data helpful to team members and clients Provide customer technical support and escalations Excel in an intense fast paced industry that relies on the latest advances in technology, innovation, and hard work. Understand, prioritize and drive resolution of issues through hands-on involvement and highly effective communication between responsible parties at the client site and management. Qualifications: Must Have: Senior level knowledge in Linux Systems (Redhat, Suse, etc) with a strong network background C CNP or equivalent skill set with a.NIX systems knowledge would also be considered Strong understanding of Linux and or Windows Server Systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to work on a team or in an individual setting Experience with any or all of the following: Netscout, Wireshark, Sniffer Pro/Network General, Endace, Correlix, Corvil or other similar tools Desired: Multicast in a switched/routed network VRF design and implementation BGP and OSPF protocols Packet and flow analysis Trading industry experience To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here