Algo Developer

Job DescriptionThe team works closely with the Quants to bring new strategies to the market and to constantly evolve the portfolio of the algorithmic offerings of the firm. The role requires an excellent technologist with deep experience in mission critical and highly evolving systems.

As a key member of the Global Execution Services algo team the candidate will

• Deliver new features, enhancements and bug fixes to our algo trading platform
• Participate in the full project life cycle including technical analysis, design, data analysis and mapping, development and testing.
• Occasionally provide level 2 and 3 support for front-office applications
• Ensure adherence to functional architecture strategy and compliance to company development standards.
• Liaise with the business and development teams with regards to priorities and progress of various tasks and projects.
• If necessary, help manage projects for the implementation of new systems or system upgrades.

• 3 years of experience in design and development of algorithmic trading system for equity markets.
• Hands on experience coding and developing algorithmic trading systems in Java
• Ability to exhibit high level of professionalism in team oriented environment.
• Team player that is able to work with people across different departments, countries and regions.
• Demonstrates self-direction and initiative in achieving objectives
• Strong self-management skills with ability to prioritize and execute
• Bachelor or Master degree in computer science, engineering or related disciplines

Preferred:

• Experience in CI/CD automation
• Exposure to distributed systems and message oriented architecture
• Understanding and ideally hands on experience working with event driven systems
• Experience working with financial markets and understanding of local market characteristics
• Good knowledge of networks, TCP/IP and enterprise messaging solutions