Senior Low Latency Electronic Trading Network Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced full-time Network Engineer based in Hong Kong to join our Electronic Trading Network Engineering team. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for designing high-performance, low-latency network solutions for projects within the APAC region, whilst also supporting initiatives in other regions i.e. AMER & EMEA.

As a member of our global network engineering team, you will contribute to both strategic and project design work, helping shape and advance Morgan Stanley's cutting-edge global trading network. The role demands adaptability and a readiness to engage with emerging technologies in the low-latency networking sector.

The role will encompass a wide range of network engineering tasks, supporting our global trading network that operates across numerous data centres and co-location sites worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Connectivity
Exchange Connectivity
Low-latency network design
The provision of high-quality technical documentation
Responsibility for the delivery of global network projects, from initial requirements gathering and solution design through to the final hand-over to deployment teams
Collaborate with external vendors and internal engineering teams to advance Morgan Stanley's low-latency trading network
Work effectively with colleagues across various technology departments and project teams to deliver business aligned solutions
Proactively update stakeholders and department management with project developments, escalating issues as necessary
The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision

The successful candidate will provide Level 4 engineering support for major operational incidents, operating in a follow-the-sun model to ensure global coverage.

Additionally, you will act as a subject matter expert, offering guidance and expertise to fellow team members and business stakeholders.

This role would suit an experienced Network professional, most likely from a financial services background with a deep understanding of low-latency trading networks.

Skills Required

Experience

7+ years of experience working in a similar role within financial services
CCNP level minimum, CCIE/CCDE level preferred
Proven track-record of delivering business aligned low-latency network designs
Ability to act as a technical lead in a global organisation

Non-Technical

Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Passion for delivering high-quality solutions with a high level of customer satisfaction
The ability to explain complex technical solutions to a non-technical audience
Effective collaborator who excels in a team environment and values knowledge sharing

Technical

Expert knowledge of IP networking and TCP/IP
In-depth knowledge of WAN, LAN, and data centre architectures
Competent in all aspects of Routing & Switching including expert level knowledge of protocols such as spanning-tree, BGP and OSPF
Familiarity with multicast protocols such as IGMP and PIM
Experience with bi-directional NAT
Knowledge of Tap Aggregation, time-stamping and lossless network monitoring
Experience with Arista & Cisco low-latency switches
Demonstratable experience working with exchange co-locations in the APAC region Technical
Expert in low-latency network technologies
Layer 1 Networking
Market Data Distribution Networks
A10 & F5 Load-balancers
Corvil Analytics
Exposure to dark fibre and optical transport networks
Experience working with Microwave technologies
Knowledge of Precision Timing:
o Time synchronisation protocols, including NTP, PTP and PPS
o Meinberg & Spectracom timing products
o GNSS satellite sources
o White Rabbit time-synchronisation
Network Automation:
o Use of Python and shell scripting to automate repetitive tasks
o Experience using network automation tools and frameworks, including Ansible or similar technologies
Working knowledge of Forward Networks
Use of Git for version control and collaborative documentation

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years.  Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background.  Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.