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Java Developer - Global Equities Front Office technology

Hong Kong Island Permanent HK$46,700 - HK$59,800 per month (HK$560,400 - HK$717,600 per year) View Job Description
The candidate should be able to demonstrate good analytical skills; experienced with agile development Techniques, unit/system Testing and performance tuning desirable and take a logical approach to problem solving. It would be desirable if the candidate has experience analysing complex equities trading workflows, experience with Fidessa ETP and/or CTAC also desirable.
  • Develop new workflows using proprietary Java based framework
  • Work with the global development team on enhancing the platform

About Our Client

As part of the Global Equities Front Office technology team, an opportunity exists for an experienced developer for the Equities real-time trade processing and client allocation platform; GETS. The platform is primarily built in Java and includes real-time low latency messaging and in-memory database technologies. The role will cover a mixture of technical support tasks including, diagnosing production issues, bug fixes and extending the platform using a combination of Java and a proprietary workflow/reporting framework. There will also be opportunities to work with the global team to extend the core framework and/or the addition of new features. The candidate will work alongside the GETS support team members to troubleshoot issues and develop solutions to issues found within the platform.

Job Description

  • Develop new workflows using proprietary Java based framework.
  • Develop new reports using proprietary Java based framework
  • Work with the global development team on enhancing the platform.
  • Develop permanent fixes for development related issues.
  • Build, test and install software in Dev, QA, Prod/DR environment
  • Experience with SDLC automation desirable; JIRA, Bamboo and Ansible

The Successful Applicant

  • Demonstrable ability in programming in Java, experience with Spring, Hibernate, Apache Ignite desirable.
  • Demonstrable ability to write complex database queries (SQL)
  • Experience with supporting Fidessa Equities platform ETP/CTAC desirable
  • Experience with Unix or Linux command-line/Basic UNIX scripting an advantage
  • Knowledge of FIX protocol an advantage
  • Experience with 3 rd line support of an Equity trading system desirable



Additional Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills - this is a front office and client facing role.
  • Must be able to perform well under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines
  • A natural problem solver with good diagnostics skills
  • A committed team player
  • Service-oriented

What's on Offer

We offer competitive remuneration package and comprehensive fringe benefits including medical and life insurance, excellent learning & development opportunities and flexibility to the right candidate.

Contact
Royce Chan
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6717909
Phone number
+852 3602 2491

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
IT Development
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Hong Kong Island
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Royce Chan
Consultant phone
+852 3602 2491
Job Reference
JN-042025-6717909

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