Algo Trading Lead
Algo Trading Technical Lead, Investment Bank, Hong Kong
Our client are a tier one investment bank with offices globally. They are looking to expand their algo trading function in Asia by hiring a regional lead who will be involved in the hands on build out of the systems as well as the management of stakeholders and other developers.
Job Description:-
- Managing a team of developers who are responsible for the implementation of strategies using C++ technology
- Working with the front office on the delivery of VWAP/TWAP, POV, Pairs etc
- Delivery of projects across the algorithmic trading space
- Understanding new requirements from the traders and working on the articulation of these requirements for global and regional use
- Working with a global team of algo trading specialists
Skills Required:-
- Very strong hands on programming capability using C++ on Linux and Windows
- Experience developing Equities or FX Algo trading systems in an investment banking or hedge fund environment
- Very strong knowledge of the Asia Equities markets
- Demonstrable project management and team leadership capability gained from working in a high pressure front office environment
- Knowledge of Python would be preferred
- Any experience with KDB/Q would also be preferred
- A candidate with financial modeling experience would also have a distinct advantage.
This is an excellent and rare opportunity to join an investment bank in a high profile, front office facing team. If you would like to send your resume to me, please email Sarah Curtis ( scurtis@ikasinternational.com ) or phone me on +852 3970 6604
Ikas International Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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