Vice President - Michael Page

• Global coverage
• Front office Equity Trading Technology

About Our Client

This position is with a large organization within the financial services sector that is known for its strong presence in global markets. It provides comprehensive financial services, including brokerage, investment banking, and research to it's client

Job Description

As a Vice President in Front office equity IT, your main responsibilities will include:

• Deliver enhancements and integrations for Front Office & Middle Office equity applications
• Own the full SDLC: requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and support
• Act as a core IT partner to Front Office Equity users
• Provide 2nd/3rd level production support for trading systems
• Troubleshoot production issues and support trading operations when required
• Ensure compliance with SDLC, development standards, and change control
• Manage vendors for system enhancements and socialised support
• Collaborate with regional teams to support cross-market trading connectivity

The Successful Applicant

A successful Vice President in Front office equity IT should have:

• 8+ years of IT development experience in an investment banking / capital markets environment
• Strong experience in Front-to-Middle Office equity trading systems
• Proven background supporting production trading environments
• Experience with regional back-to-back trading flows (HK, China, Japan, APAC, US preferred)

Technical Skills

• Languages: .NET / C#, Java, Python (scripting)
• Databases: Strong SQL; MS SQL Server, Sybase
• Engineering: Design patterns, data structures, multithreading, messaging
• Tools: Maven; Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo, Confluence
• DevOps: Automated testing, CI/CD, DevOps best practices

Business & Market Knowledge

• Solid knowledge of Cash Equities, Futures, Swaps, Options
• Strong understanding of FIX messaging, broker and exchange connectivity
• Experience integrating trading platforms such as Fidessa or similar
• Understanding of algorithmic trading strategies and low-touch execution

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual salary
• Attractive bonus structure
• Opportunities to work in a leading financial services organization in Hong Kong.
• Engaging company culture that values innovation and professional growth.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role as Vice President in Front office equity IT, apply now to join a thriving team in the financial services industry.