Java Developer - EQ Trading Technology

Java Developer - EQ Trading Technology


We are seeking an experienced & enthusiastic Java developer to join our high performing EQ Trading Technology Team. The role is focused on developing / enhancing our state of art order management capabilities as well as overhauling our inventory management efficiencies. The role will play a critical role in a global team to build our core algo offering.



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.
• Understand the business requirements and constraints in various developed and emerging markets
• Design and develop handling of various order management (routing, slicing, marking, netting) across multiple channels
• Continue to evolve order management through multiple phases of inventory management related changes / targets
• 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
• 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.
• Strong understanding of common algo offering in the equities markets
• Good understanding of Asia equities markets i.e. auctions, microstructure, regulatory constraints
• Fair knowledge of concepts of order marking and borrow concepts
• 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.