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We are looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to Options’ future growth and success. We want to hear from candidates that are motivated, self-driven and have a passion to learn and develop their skills in the world of financial technology.\nWho are we?\nOptions is the largest global financial technology company headquartered in Belfast. We are at the forefront of banking and trading infrastructure, serving clients globally with offices in New York, Chicago, Toronto, London, Cambridge, Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, and Auckland. At Options, our services are woven into the hottest trends in global tech, including high-performance Networking, Cloud, Security, and AI (Artificial Intelligence).\nWhy Options?\nGlobal travel: We have offices in New York, Chicago, Toronto, Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Paris, London, Cambridge, Belfast and more.\nCareer Development: You will have access to professional skills development and technical training designed to help you grow throughout your career with us.\nHigh-Performing, Autonomous Teams: Join a self-sufficient, successful team where your ideas can make a real impact.\nCompetitive Rewards: In addition to a competitive salary, we reward our employees with a range of bonus incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.\nThe Role\nThe role requires a flexible, engineer who is capable of managing multiple work streams in a fast-paced service provider environment, is keen to learn and has the right attitude. 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This position presents a fantastic opportunity to get hands on experience with different technologies across a variety of vendor’s equipment.\nWe’re looking for someone who has technical proficiency in:\nA good knowledge of Routing & Switching to a CCNA level or higher.\n\nA good attitude and strong work ethic with a willingness to learn in a fast pace working environment.\n\nCCNA certification, Linux and Python skills are looked upon favourably.\n\nTypical Job duties would include:\nImplement, maintain, troubleshoot and support all aspects of network and security on the Options network infrastructure.\n\nWork closely with the global network team (US and APAC).\n\nDelivery of changes to the network environment to facilitate the onboarding of new clients, to deliver new features or service to the PIPE platform and to provide support for production issues.\n\nWe’re also looking for candidates with:\nStrong research, writing and communication skills.\n\nAbility to work in a fast-paced and changeable working environment.\n\nExceptional organisational skills and strong attention to detail.\n\nDesire to travel and see the world.\n\nAbility to work independently and manage your own projects in a professional manner.\n\nA passion for innovation and the financial technology sector.\n\nStrong interpersonal skills.\n\nProject management skills and proven ability to manage own workload.\n\nWhat We Offer\nWe provide a competitive benefits package tailored to the technology and financial services sector:\nHealth & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare support, risk benefits and digital wellness resources.\nFamily Support: Enhanced family leave benefits.\nProfessional Growth: Access to professional learning platforms and internal development programs.\nRetirement: Pension/retirement schemes to support your long-term financial planning.\nHow to apply\nPlease submit a CV and cover letter to the Junior Network Engineer position. 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