Quant Developer - Central Liquidity Strategies

The Quant Developer joins a team focused on developing high-performance quantitative models within the Central Liquidity Strategies unit. This team handles analysis, optimisation, routing, and internalisation for a significant portion of the order flow, working closely with industry leaders in challenging markets.

About the Company

Our client operates within the financial services sector, specialising in trading and liquidity management for global markets. The organisation fosters a collaborative environment committed to innovation and excellence in trading strategies.

Role Overview

The Quant Developer will be responsible for developing diverse applications with primary languages including q/kdb+ and Python. The role involves designing and optimising computationally intensive models that process large streaming data, collaborating with researchers and traders, and delivering stand-alone and integrated applications. Success in this position requires effective communication of ideas and seamless teamwork across related functions.

Key Skills & Experience

• Develop across a wide breadth of applications using q/kdb+ and Python
• Design and optimise large-scale, computationally intensive quantitative models
• Collaborate with researchers and traders to meet project specifications
• Communicate ideas, questions, and conclusions effectively
• Work with related teams on API requirements and software integration

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with databases, especially q/kdb+
• Experience with equity electronic trading, markets, and systems
• Unix proficiency
• Knowledge of financial modelling, statistics, mathematics, or physics

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-performance quant models and applications
• Collaborate with research and trading teams to refine models and strategies
• Design and optimise systems for large streaming data processing
• Work closely with related teams to ensure seamless API and system integration

Requirements

• Right to work in Asia
• Bachelor degree or higher
• Located on-site in Hong Kong
• 2 to 10 years of experience in financial institutions or related development-intensive roles

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with an updated CV.