Application Development/Support Engineer (IT Level 2, Application)

We are looking for junior ~ intermediate Software Development/Support Engineer to look after the exchange’s mission critical business systems; oversee daily operations and develop system enhancements as a second line support. This role also requires working closely with business users to analyse business requirements, design and see through implementation.

Professional Requirements:

• Exposure to full software development life cycle of large scale financial system
• 2+ years development experience against at least one of the programming languages below: Java, JavaScript or Python.
• Proficient with object oriented programming concepts and relational database design.
• Knowledge of network, understanding mainstream network communication protocols such as HTTP, TCP and UDP
• Experience with Linux, strong shell scripting skill is preferred
• IT Experiences in financial industry will be an advantage
• Good verbal and written communication capabilities, strong documentation skill

Qualifications:

• University degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering
• Passionate, self-motivated with good interpersonal skills
• Hard-working and able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Mandarin advantageous to liaise with Chinese counterparties
• Able to work flexible shifts and on public holidays