Lead Systems Engineer, Factset
Network Engineering
Business data & analytics for finance
Open for applications
Business data & analytics for finance
1001+ employees
Open for applications
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help investment professionals throughout the world by providing analytical insight from raw financial data.
Role
Who you are
- We are looking for a candidate with a solid experience with WAN/LAN technologies, TCP/IP, routing protocols and a deep understanding of reference network architectures along with a significant level of ‘Hands On’ network OS experience
- Additionally, candidates with a solid track record of interaction with ISPs, familiarity with automation tools, multicast experience, strong analytical, project management and troubleshooting skills will receive a higher level of consideration
- Past success designing or maintaining a network via automation is also expected
- Candidates should have competence in at least one scripting language and experience with standard automation tools
- A successful candidate for this position will have strong interpersonal skills, an elevated level of verbal and written dexterity and will enjoy providing effective and meaningful solutions for clients, both internal and external
- BS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent
- 8-12 years of relevant experience
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- Comprehensive understanding of routing protocols, TCP/IP, Multicast, DNS, LAN switching, and Wireshark
- Experience with BGP, EIGRP, router/switch architectures, and protocols like HTTP/HTTPS/DNS/DHCP/SNMP/SMTP
- Experience in network design and implementation, particularly in financial or large enterprise networks
- Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and network automation tools (Python, Ansible)
- Knowledge of network operating systems (IOS, JunOS, Linux) and modern data center architectures
- Load-Balancers: F5 LTM, ASM, iRule, A10, AWS ELB, Global Accelerator, CDN (Content Delivery Networks)
- DNS: Infoblox, Cloudflare, AWS Route53, Efficient-IP
- Cloud: AWS and Azure networking stack
- Strong troubleshooting skills, communication, and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks efficiently
- Relevant certifications (Cisco or other vendors) and eagerness to learn new technologies
What the job involves
- Act as a knowledgeable resource for FactSet’s clients, vendors and internal leaders
- Project manage business and network team initiatives
- Configure Cisco / Arista Routers / Switches / F5 Load Balancers / Cloud Networking Services to provide solutions that successfully integrate into our clients, vendors and FactSet’s own internal networks
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Provide expert support during network issues and troubleshoot across all network layers
- Research, design and implement new connections to market data providers and other third parties
- Optimize processes using templates, automation, and workflow systems
- Lead and mentor team members, supporting them in achieving their career and project goals
- Participate in shift rotation for Saturday & Sunday on-call coverage
Application process
- End Date: March 31, 2025
Salary benchmarks
Our take
FactSet is an S&P 500 company creating flexible, open data solutions for investment professionals around the globe. The company was founded at the end of the 1970s, when the prominence of computers spurred the founders to find a way to deliver computer-based financial information. In doing so, FactSet revolutionized the delivery of this data to clients, which had previously been by messenger and on paper.
Investors use FactSet to access instant financial data and analytics that educate their investment decisions. In 2022, FactSet for CRM launched on the Salesforce AppExchange; reaching users looking to get a complete, reliable view of current and prospective customers. As it has grown, the company has continuously responded to changes in the market, and innovated its operations.
As part of the company’s efforts to help clients modernize and improve their market data technology, FactSet partnered with data and analytics company BMLL to offer order book history and analytics in the cloud. The company has also made steps into the cryptocurrency space by collaborating with Coin Metrics, integrating Coin Metrics’ digital assets data into its solutions, whilst embarking on a series of strategic fintech acquisitions over 2023 and 24.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
11% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
May 2003
$0.2m
SEED
Total funding: $0.2m
Company benefits
- A competitive package offering generous paid time off for personal, vacation, parental, and medical leave.
- Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their families, at little or no cost to employees.
- Discounted services at gyms and wellness facilities.
- Free working lunch in the office Monday through Thursday.
- A social community involved in sports, charities, and in-office events.
- Certification reimbursement for eligible expenses related to the CFA, IPM, CAIA, and FRM exams.
Company HQ
Norwalk, CT
Leadership
Phil Snow
(CEO)Has worked at FactSet since 1996, including in various leadership roles within Global Content Sales and Americas Sales.
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