Software Engineer II

About the role

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. Tower has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams. We have a 25+ year track record of innovation and a reputation for discovering unique market opportunities.

Tower is home to some of the world’s best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower portfolio managers to build their teams and strategies independently while providing the economies of scale that come from a large, global organization.

Engineers thrive at Tower while developing electronic trading infrastructure at a world class level. Our engineers solve challenging problems in the realms of low-latency programming, FPGA technology, hardware acceleration and machine learning. Our ongoing investment in top engineering talent and technology ensures our platform remains unmatched in terms of functionality, scalability and performance.

At Tower, every employee plays a role in our success. Our Business Support teams are essential to building and maintaining the platform that powers everything we do — combining market access, data, compute, and research infrastructure with risk management, compliance, and a full suite of business services. Our Business Support teams enable our trading and engineering teams to perform at their best.

At Tower, employees will find a stimulating, results-oriented environment where highly intelligent and motivated colleagues inspire each other to reach their greatest potential.

Responsibilities

Collaborating with software developers, QA, support teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Designing test strategies, test plans, and test artifacts based on project requirements, and executing end-to-end testing for Order Entry and Market Data systems.

Analyzing test results, tracking and reporting defects, and validating resolutions to ensure software quality prior to production releases.

Leading release validation activities, including reviewing test outcomes, signing off on production deployments, and communicating release readiness to system users.

Developing and maintaining test environments, technical specifications, and automated test solutions using the Python-based Behave BDD framework while driving continuous improvements to testing processes.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, or a related field, with at least 2–4 years of experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET).

Expertise in Python programming, with working knowledge of Linux, system administration, network fundamentals, and environment management.

Experience with software development and testing methodologies, including BDD and TDD, and the ability to develop and execute test plans from informal specifications provided by developers and risk managers.

Experience with CI/CD and DevOps tools, with working knowledge of SQL, MongoDB, Git, and C++; familiarity with cryptocurrency markets is a plus.

Brilliant problem-solving abilities, with the ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Tower’s headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC’s Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world.

At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive – without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win.

Our benefits include:

Generous paid time off policies

Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region

Hybrid working opportunities

Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily

In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)

Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)

Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving

Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year

Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together.

Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.