Network Transport Architect

Jump Trading Group is committed to world class research. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics Physics and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries push through them and apply cutting edge research to global financial markets. Our culture is unique. Constant innovation requires fearlessness creativity intellectual honesty and a relentless competitive streak. We believe in winning together and unlocking unique individual talent by incenting collaboration and mutual respect. At Jump research outcomes drive more than superior risk adjusted returns. We design develop and deploy technologies that change our world fund start-ups across industries and partner with leading global research organizations and universities to solve problems.

Were expanding ourglobalconnectivityinfrastructureteamand seeking a Network Transport Architect to join our Production Infrastructuregroup. This role focuses on designingacquiring and optimizingthelow latency high-capacity networks that power our global trading operations. While primarily focused onourconnectivity landscapeyoullcollaborate with teams internationally to build mission-critical responsible foreverything fromvendor engagementto implementingcutting-edgetransport technologiesin an environmentrequiring ultra-low latencywhereexcellence is the standard.

What Youll Do:

• Capacity Planning & Acquisition:
  • Collaborate with vendors carriers and other partners toacquirenetwork capacity and circuits (e.g. dark fiber wavelengths leased lines) that meet business requirements.
  • Negotiate contracts and terms with providers tobalancecost andoperationalperformance.
  • Stay informed about markettrendsand emerging technologies to recommend suitable options for network expansion or upgrades.
• Network Planning & Design Support:
  • Assistin planning and designingrobust wide-area network infrastructure that supports global connectivity needs.
  • Provide input on network architecture and strategy to meet business and operational goals.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between business needs and technical solutions.
• Project Management for Delivery:
  • Oversee the delivery process for circuits and connectivity solutions managing timelines dependencies and risks.
  • Coordinate with internal teams vendors and stakeholders to ensure on-time deliveryof projects.
  • Track project milestones troubleshoot delays and ensure proper handovers to operations teams.
• Industry Engagement & Networking:
  • Build andmaintainrelationships with carriers vendors industry expertsand other key playersin the networking and telecom sectors.
  • Participate in conferences industry events and seminars to stay informed aboutnew technologies trends and market shifts.
  • Leverage professional networks and industry insights toidentifynew opportunities for the organization to improve its connectivity footprint.
• Regulatory Compliance & Vendor Evaluation:
  • Ensure compliance with regional and global regulatory requirements for circuits and networking systems.
  • Evaluate and recommend new vendors and solutions based on performance criteria cost and alignment with organizational goals.
• Additional duties as required or needed.

SkillsYoull Need:

• At least 7 years of experiencerequiredin network architecture transport technologies and carrier/vendor management with provenexpertiseinacquiringand implementing low-latency connectivity solutions for mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of wide-area and global networks transport technologies and capacity planning for high-performance connectivity.
• Familiarity with optical networking and transmission systems (e.g. wavelengths DWDM dark fiber).
• Proficiencyin tools for network planning performance evaluation and reporting.
• Familiarity with RF technologies wireless systems and point-to-point microwave networks is a plus but not essential.
• Proven experience coordinating end-to-end delivery of connectivity or capacity projects ensuring timelines budgets and stakeholder expectations are met.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing demands.
• Well-networked within thetelecomindustrywithestablished relationshipsacross a multitude of providers.
• Awareness of industry trends emerging technologies and shifts in the connectivity and telecom landscape.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills adaptability and the ability to work efficiently in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and predictable availability; including the ability totravel up to 25% and occasionally up to 50% during key project phases.