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Support Engineer, Macro Technology
A Career with point72’s Technology Team
As Point72 reimagines the future of investing, our Technology group continuously enhances the firm’s IT infrastructure, positioning us at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. We are a team of experts experimenting with open-source and AI solutions, embracing enterprise agile methodologies, and driving innovation. We encourage professional development to ensure you bring fresh ideas to our products while satisfying your intellectual curiosity.
What You’ll Do
- Support the Macro trading platform and post-trade workflows at Point72.
- Monitor system stability and performance, troubleshoot system or data issues, and ensure smooth operation of Macro trading applications.
- Manage user onboarding, offboarding, and system changes, responding promptly to user inquiries and ensuring seamless access to Macro Position systems.
- Configure account rollups and instrument setups to produce accurate analytics and support Macro trading workflows.
- Innovate and improve system processes and tools to automate repetitive tasks, enhance efficiency, and streamline workflows.
- Collaborate closely with developers and other stakeholders to resolve issues, prevent future problems, and continuously improve the system.
- Coordinate with other technology and business teams on production issues and high-impact changes, ensuring alignment across teams.
- Proactively communicate potential problems, address issues promptly, engage relevant parties, and conduct thorough root cause analyses.
- Develop a quantitative understanding of reference data, market data, model data, PnL calculations, risk exposures, portfolio analytics, and other key components of the Macro trading systems.
- This role is critical to ensuring the successful implementation and ongoing support of the Orchestrade and Murex applications and the broader Macro technology ecosystem.
What’s Required
- Training in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field
- Strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills with peers and clients
- Demonstrated interest and passion for understanding financial markets and instruments
- Prior experience supporting Macro trading business
- Prior experience with Orchestrade, Murex, or similar systems
- Proficient SQL query skills
- Proficient coding or scripting skills (C#, Python, JavaScript, PowerShell, Batch, etc.)
- Proficient knowledge of Windows, .NET, and SQL Server
- Strong troubleshooting, coordination, and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented data analytical skills
- Highly responsible, self-motivated, and capable of multitasking
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
We take care of our people
We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide:
- Health care benefits
- Maternity, Adoption & related leave policies
- Generous paternity and family care leave policies
- Employee Assistance Program & Mental wellness programs
- Transportation support
- Tuition assistance
About point72
Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry’s brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people’s long-term growth. For more information, visit https://point72.com.
Skills Required
- Training in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field
- Strong communication skills with peers and clients
- Demonstrated interest in financial markets
- Prior experience supporting Macro trading business
- Prior experience with Orchestrade, Murex, or similar systems
- Proficient SQL query skills
- Proficient coding or scripting skills in multiple languages
- Proficient knowledge of Windows, .NET, and SQL Server
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented data analytical skills
- Self-motivated and capable of multitasking
Point72 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Point72 and has not been reviewed or approved by Point72.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as exceptional with comprehensive options and low out-of-pocket costs. Medical, dental, and vision are characterized as fully covered or no-premium for U.S. employees.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program features a generous employer match and access to after-tax contributions with in-plan Roth conversions. Value accrues through a multi-year vesting schedule that rewards tenure.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family leave is highlighted as generous and has strengthened over time. Clear primary and secondary caregiver policies are in place and seen as competitive.
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What We Do
Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.
