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McKay Brothers is a ten-year old company that provides telecommunications and data services to firms trading in global financial markets. We have retained our spirit of a bootstrapped start-up even as we have grown into an industry leader serving a roster of very sophisticated clients.

There is an immediate opening for a Java Engineer at the company's U.S. headquarters in Oakland, California. This position currently requires a hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the Oakland office per week.

Responsibilities:

• 4+ years of experience using Java 8 or above
• 3+ years of experience using Javascript, HTML and CSS, ideally using Bootstrap
• Working knowledge of messaging formats such as JSON, XML and Protobufs
• In-depth experience using relational databases like Postgres, ideally using Hibernate
• Web service and RESTful interface development, using frameworks such as Jersey
• In-depth familiarity with tools for source control (Git), builds (Maven) and issue tracking (Jira)
• Experience with AWS, Druid, and other cloud technologies is a plus
• Ability to understand and develop intelligent object-oriented design structures

Preferred Experience:

• Experience developing web-services on the Dropwizard framework
• Experience designing and developing single-page applications using AngularJS and/or Angular
• Experience writing code to interface with external services such as open authentication
• Working knowledge of Postman and/or other tools to test web applications

Some travel may be required.

The Oakland, CA base salary range for this full-time position is $130-150k. Our salary ranges are determined by role, career level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company provides a comprehensive benefits package including: generous medical, dental & vision policies; 401(k) plan, currently with a company match; paid vacation; life insurance; AD&D; commuter benefits; and EAP.

McKay Brothers and Quincy Data are looking for an experienced Field Technician. We are a profitable, industry-leading firm serving banks, hedge funds and trading firms. Our clients are the most sophisticated companies trading in global financial markets. We work every day to provide those clients with the most innovative technology and thoughtful, can-do service.

The Field Technician role entails field installation and maintenance of microwave communications and related networking equipment. This individual will assist and support the Construction Manager, Operations team and Networking team as required. The Field Technician will deliver quality installation of microwave equipment for new and existing link rollouts. Perform duties in support of network expansion to ensure new and upgraded equipment is operating to meet performance criteria within prescribed timeframes.

This is a field based position that requires travel to different worksites, warehouses, and datacenters. Strong consideration will be made for candidates based in NJ and/or IL.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing quality installation and integration services for remote Low Latency microwave equipment. Remote equipment includes, but is not limited, to the following; Low Latency microwave equipment, servers, routers, batteries, rectifiers, inverters, microwave radios, and associated network equipment.
• Follows detailed procedures when performing tasks while maintaining quality.
• Perform Ethernet, LMR and fiber Connector installation and inspection. (Tools will be provided by the Company).
• Provide field support in the following areas: equipment delivery coordination, equipment installation of batteries, rectifiers, inverters, and associated infrastructure used in Microwave networks.
• Work with DC Power +24v and -48v systems.
• Running and lacing power cable.
• Running, cleaning, and testing fiber connections.
• Cable Management, detailing and labeling within the equipment cabinets.
• Maintain company resources such as; vehicle inventory, tools, vehicle, test equipment to ensure proper operation and availability.
• Complete required administrative duties in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adhere to safety practices and procedures.
• Provide on-site analysis of ongoing specific construction projects; construction managers or project managers for advice on changes in plans.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, equivalent experience is acceptable
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• 4+ years of Data Center Integration, Network Integration, and/or Microwave system Integration.
• Related experience in computer operations, switching, and radio or data communications.
• Must be able to move and/or lift material weighing up to a maximum of 60 pounds and drive long distances safely to complete job assignments.
• Must be willing to work day, evening or night hours; emergency call-outs, weekends and holidays as required. May be required to be away from home location for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to use hand & power tools, and basic test equipment.
• Must be capable of understanding technical information and read construction drawings.
• Will be required to work in extreme temperatures.