Job Title - Data Center Engineer – Low Latency Trading Infrastructure (Mumbai) Location - Mumbai, India (On-site) About the Role A leading low-latency trading firm is expanding its Mumbai data center operations team. They’re looking for a hands-on Data Center Engineer who understands the physical and network layers of ultra-low-latency infrastructure and can keep mission-critical trading systems running at peak performance. This is not a standard DC ops role – you’ll be working in a performance-driven environment where milliseconds matter and operational excellence directly impacts trading outcomes. Key Responsibilities Install, rack, cable, and configure servers, network devices, and storage in a low-latency data center environment Plan and optimise rack layouts, power distribution, cabling pathways, and patching schedules to support latency-sensitive workloads Perform hardware diagnostics, break/fix, and RMA coordination with vendors to minimise downtime Support deployment and maintenance of low-latency networking gear (switches, NICs, optics, transceivers, fiber infrastructure) Work closely with network, systems, and trading infrastructure engineers on deployments, upgrades, and capacity planning Maintain accurate documentation: rack elevations, asset inventory, cabling maps, change logs, and operational procedures Monitor environmental conditions, power usage, and cooling; proactively identify and mitigate risks Coordinate with colocation providers, smart-hands,



and third-party vendors for onsite works and projects Follow strict change management, security, and compliance processes in a regulated trading workplace Must-Have Experience 4 years of hands-on data center engineering experience, ideally in a trading, fintech, or HPC environment Strong practical knowledge of server hardware, network devices, and storage systems in production DCs Experience with fiber optics, copper cabling, transceivers, and basic optical testing Familiarity with Linux-based systems and basic CLI troubleshooting Understanding of low-latency requirements and how physical design impacts performance (cable routing, port selection, NIC placement, etc.) Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and respond quickly to incidents Excellent attention to detail and commitment to documentation and process Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings/weekends for changes or incidents Nice-to-Have Exposure to kernel-bypass networking (Onload, DPDK) or PTP/time-sync infrastructure CCNA/CCNP or equivalent networking certification Basic scripting skills (Bash/Python) for automation and reporting Experience in colocation project rollouts or DC expansions What’s on Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonus Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, low-latency trading infrastructure Exposure to global teams and complex, high-scale environments Strong career progression into senior DC, network, or trading infrastructure roles

📌 Data Center Engineer (India)
🏢 Autonomai Recruitment
📍 India