Network Engineer

Who are we looking for?

BlockTech is a high-paced algorithmic trading firm that facilitates global decentralized trading in cryptocurrency derivatives while expanding to new markets.

We are growing like never before and we are looking for a Network Engineer who wants to join us in this exciting scale-up phase!

What will you do?

At BlockTech we build the development and production environment ourselves using mainly Free and Open Source software. This way, we are in control and able to switch tactics fast. At the same time, we have quite some systems to set up and maintain.

As a Network Engineer, you are responsible for all networks. Everything is built on top of Linux, from the workstations to the production systems using a mix of container and virtualization technologies. Because the company is growing, there is room for improvement which means that you can make a great impact by improving the current infrastructure and building new solutions.

In a nutshell, you will:

• Build a fast and highly available production setup with low latencies to the exchange
• Work closely with our traders, engineers and quantitative developers to identify and solve issues that arise
• Design and create new technical solutions
• Improve, maintain and monitor the network

What is in it for you?

• The chance of a permanent, full-time position in a relaxed and trendy office located in Amsterdam
• Competitive base salary combined with a very attractive bonus plan based on your performance as well as the company’s results
• Additionally, outstanding performance is rewarded with the opportunity to buy into the trading fund
• Annual Learning & Development budget of EUR 2,500
• Pension plan, a laptop and reimbursement of your internet costs at home
• Extensive in-house training program
• Highly collaborative and experienced Scrum/Agile team
• The opportunity to work at the forefront of automated trading, using state-of-the-art technology
• Breakfast and warm lunch. Additionally, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day.
• Reimbursement of your gym membership and the opportunity to do all kinds of sports during working hours including kickboxing, CrossFit, fitness, and soccer.
• Regular social events, including weekly Friday drinks, monthly game nights, monthly company outings, quarterly sports competitions and bi-annual trips abroad!

Our culture

At our core, we are a dynamic team of trading and tech enthusiasts dedicated to automating the manual trading process. Our collaborative, boundary-free approach ensures that everyone contributes to achieving our ambitious goals.

In this role, you will be both challenged and stretched, with ample opportunities for growth and development, both within and beyond your main responsibilities.

We invest in our people by offering a competitive compensation and benefits package, fostering innovation, and celebrating success. Our commitment to diversity transcends traditional norms; we provide an equal playing field, promote reverse leadership, and offer boundless growth opportunities for all our employees.

• Above all, you should have a passion for open-source and GNU/Linux-based software solutions
• High professional education thinking level
• At least 2 years experience as a System/Network Engineer
• At least 1 year of experience with Linux
• Experience with Cisco (ideally CCNP) and/or Arista
• An interest in Cybersecurity. This includes system and network security but also data privacy and identity anonymity.
• A creative and critical mind who follows things until completion and comes up with new ideas
• The ability to work independently and within a team of engineers
• Eagerness to learn new things
• A positive can-do attitude
• Good communication skills in English, both spoken and written
• AWS experience is a plus