Lead Business Analyst, Algo and Machine Learning Systems

Position Description

The Algorithmic Trading team is looking for a Algo Business Analyst to join our Hong Kong ALGO team. Our trading platform is purely developed in-house; the successful candidate will work closely with Electronic Execution desk, Equity Traders and Technologists to deliver high-quality, cutting-edge solutions for the Asia Pacific region.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders to gather, clarify, and document requirements, translate business needs into functional and technical solutions, and help define implementation priorities and delivery roadmaps.
• Analyse business problems, evaluate system impacts, and work closely with development and trading teams to propose practical solutions that align with market requirements, client needs, and strategic product direction
• Provide expert support for Algo system, responding to user inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and resolving incidents in a timely manner.
• Proactively monitor systems to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Perform root cause analysis for incidents, document findings, and work with development teams for long-term solutions.
• Assist in the planning and execution of system upgrades and enhancements, ensuring minimal disruption to trading activities.
• Provide insight and deliver technical solutions to business problems.
• Develop, optimize and enhance algorithmic trading strategies
• Work with a team of talented Algo developers on our Algo and Analytic systems throughout the entire development lifecycle.
• Work with cross-functional teams on market data, market connectivity, and execution management system projects.
• Resolve operational issues and implement preventative measures

Requirements

• Degree or above in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in trading system development, with a preference for expertise in algorithmic trading.
• Solid development experience in C# or other object-oriented programming languages.
• Strong understanding of Equity trading in Asian market.
• Expertise in relational database such as Oracle, with advanced proficiency in SQL development, including complex query optimization.
• Machine learning and AI theory of algorithms would be a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytic skills, with a background in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English, Chinese proficiency is advantage
• A collaborative team player who is open to new ideas and approaches.

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