Hardware Platform Engineer

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austinPosted 5 days ago

Role Overview

Virturecruitinghidden is hiring a mid-level Hardware Platform Engineer. This is a full-time role in austin. Part of Virturecruitinghidden's Trading hiring, posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Trading roles is $130k-$180k (based on 62 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Virtu is a leading financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to our clients. As a market maker, Virtu provides deep liquidity that helps to create more efficient markets around the world. Our market structure expertise, broad diversification, and execution technology enables us to provide competitive bids and offers in over 19,000 securities, at over 235 venues, in 36 countries worldwide.

THE ROLE

Virtu's Hardware team builds custom FPGA solutions and infrastructure that power our competitive edge in ultra low latency trading. Our Hardware Platform Engineers are responsible for deploying, maintaining, and optimizing hardware platforms while developing software applications to control and monitor production systems. As a member of the team you will take a lead role in:

Testing and troubleshooting hardware equipment
Defining and implementing hardware platform deployment plans
Developing and maintaining applications to control/monitor custom hardware platforms
Researching and evaluating hardware providers, features, and capabilities

Virtu offers a dynamic, meritocratic environment with a flat hierarchy. No finance background is necessary or expected. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to kick start a career in the financial technology space.

THE CANDIDATE

Academic degree in Computer Science or related field
Extensive Python experience
Basic understanding of network protocols
Familiarity with modern computer systems and network architecture
Strong problem solving and communication skills

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

Experience with real-time exchange market data and order entry systems

THE PROCESS

If the applicant passes an initial resume screening, we will send a programming assessment via email from a service called HackerRank. After passing the online test, we may contact you to arrange a phone screen.

Virtu Financial is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming you for who you are and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Hardware Platform Engineer position at Virturecruitinghidden?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Virturecruitinghidden. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Hardware Platform Engineer position at Virturecruitinghidden located?

This position is based in austin. Virturecruitinghidden has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Hardware Platform Engineer at Virturecruitinghidden earn?

Virturecruitinghidden has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Hardware Platform Engineer role at Virturecruitinghidden posted?

This role was posted on July 9, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.