JUNIOR INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER

XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with a focus on high-performance electronic trading. They are seeking a Junior Infrastructure Engineer to support network and infrastructure operations, assist with equipment deployment and troubleshooting, and collaborate with senior engineers to enhance system reliability and performance.ResponsibilitiesAssist with installation, cabling, labeling, documentation, and troubleshooting of physical equipment in a colocation environmentSupport day-to-day operation of network and infrastructure environmentsHelp monitor, investigate, and resolve network, hardware, and connectivity issuesWork with senior engineers on troubleshooting packet loss, latency, routing, and equipment failuresMaintain accurate inventory, documentation, and operational proceduresAssist with hardware shipments, vendor coordination, and equipment lifecycle tasksContribute to automation and process improvement where possibleSupport maintenance work outside normal business hours as needed, including occasional Saturdays and SundaysSkillsBachelor's degree in computer science or related subjectExceptional written and verbal communication skillsMust be able to thoroughly document implementations, modifications and removalsBasic understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network fundamentalsExposure to troubleshooting tools such as tcpdump or WiresharkAble to work independently, follow through on operational tasks, and learn quickly from experienced teammatesExposure to concepts of automation and scripting languages (python)Candidates with a CCNA, or who are actively working toward one, will stand outCandidate must be located within a reasonable commuting distance of Aurora, ILBenefits100% Employer-PaidMedical CoverageDental CoverageHealth Savings Account$50,000 Life Insurance PolicyShort-term Disability InsuranceLong-term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending AccountsDentalVision401(k) Retirement Savings PlanXR matches 50 cents to every dollar employee contributesPre-tax Transit Benefits$50 stipend for each monthAnnual reimbursement for bike sharing programsPaid Time OffGenerous Annual Vacation and Sick TimeMaternity, Paternity and Adoptive Parent LeaveContinued EducationTuition Reimbursement for relevant Undergraduate and Graduate School100% reimbursement for successful completion of qualifying Certificate Programs, CFA Exams, and Single CoursesAnniversary Program5 Years of Employment: 2 additional PTO days and a long-weekend trip for two to a local resort of your choice10 & 20 Years of Employment: 6-Week Paid Sabbatical15 Years of Employment: 3 additional PTO days and a long-weekend trip for two to a global destination of your choiceOption to Work Fully RemoteRegularly Scheduled Company Sponsored LunchAccess to Building GymRegular Corporate EventsBook ClubXR Super WeekCompany OverviewXR Trading is a capital markets company that offers financial instruments and asset classes. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.xrtrading.com/.



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