We are looking for a strong developer to join our high performing algorithmic development team. We are looking for strong hands-on Java developer with a solid understanding of concurrent, multi-threaded application environments.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Partner closely with fellow technologists, Execution Services and Equity Finance team to further enhance our execution offering to Portfolio Managers across various teams.
- Build real-time algorithmic trading systems and execution platforms in a fast paced environment
- Developing new features with high quality and enhancing functionality on a mission critical platform
- Design or upgrade existing software to ensure product performance and quality expectations are met
- Understand the business requirements and constraints in various developed and emerging markets
- Stay current on state-of-the-art technologies and tools including technical libraries, computing environments and academic research
- Help in any data analysis / trouble shooting (L3) in case of issues with our critical trading infrastructure.
Preferred Technical Skills
- Strong server side Java knowledge including with spring boot framework
- Working experience with financial order/execution data, positions data and market data
- Knowledge of equities, options, SOR, VWAP, algorithmic trading platforms, or market microstructure
- High focus on testability of program (TDD/XP based development preferred)
- Experience in using, enhancing proprietary java framework and design patterns e.g. for low/no GC, messaging sessions, multi-threading
- Good DevOps understanding to drive some of testing automation
- Experience with AI tools usage for higher developer productivity a plus
Preferred Experience
- 5+ years of development experience in Algos or order management systems.
- Good understanding of Asia equities markets i.e. auctions, microstructure, regulatory constraints
- Experience with inventory optimization in developing markets in Asia (non-give up) highly desirable
- Good team player. Detail oriented, demonstrates thoroughness and strong ownership of work.
- Excellent written & oral communication skills
- Quick thinker & problem solver, able to think on their feet and make informed decisions.
- Experience with any cloud platform and containerization tools is a plus.
- Knowledge of Kdb+/Q is a big plus.
- Any front-end development experience is a plus.