Newly founded, AGITProp is an AI-driven quant research firm that is pushing the boundaries of algorithmic trading.Quant firms have leveraged AI and ML for years, but the increasing complexity and scale of global markets demand a more comprehensive and integrated approach.At AGITProp, we are leveraging the latest advances and insights from foundation and large language models (LLM) to build novel models across multiple modalities. We have ambitious growth plans and are searching for the best and brightest minds from across tech and finance to help us achieve our aim.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer (Python) with a strong DevOps mindset. Given our current team size, we believe a dedicated DevOps role isn't necessary at this time.Therefore, we are looking for a strong Python coder who is comfortable and enthusiastic about contributing to infrastructure and DevOps tasks alongside their core software engineering responsibilities.The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in Python programming, a deep understanding of DevOps principles, experience with automation tools, and familiarity with cloud technologies. You will play a crucial role in building and scaling our infrastructure as we grow.Responsibilities:Infrastructure as Code: Design and implement infrastructure as code solutions using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet.Cloud and Containerization: Leverage cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) and containerization technologies like Docker to build scalable and resilient systems.CI/CD Pipelines: Create and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines using tools like Github CI, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or CircleCI.Monitoring and Alerting: Implement robust monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and resolve issues. Grafana preferred.Security: Prioritize security best practices and implement measures to protect our infrastructure.Requirements:Programming Proficiency: Strong Python programming skills.Linux Expertise: Strong Linux system administration skills.Infrastructure as Code: Experience with infrastructure as code principles and tools.Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.).Big Data: Experience with big data frameworks like Apache Spark.Preferred Qualifications:Automation Tools: Experience with automation tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI, Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or similar.Big Data and Machine Learning: Experience with GPU-accelerated computing.Nebius Experience: Experience with Nebius platform.Security: Experience with security tools and best practices.Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.G., Cloud computing, Kubernetes, etc.).We appreciate there isn’t a lot of information to go off from a company perspective. However, we can be very open about this and what we are looking to achieve throughout the screening and interview phase of the recruitment process.AGITProp, we believe the power of AI lies in its diversity, just like the teams who build it. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals from all backgrounds and experiences can thrive. We understand that a diverse workforce leads to richer perspectives, more innovative solutions, and ultimately, better results.If this position is something that you are interested in, to apply, please submit your resume, brief cover letter, and any relevant publications or research work that might be of interest.If this role isn’t exactly what you are looking for but feel you could add value and are interested in hearing more, please check out any other relevant roles across the company. We have several openings and would love to speak to anyone who has a background in quantitative finance and AI.
