Position Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Algo professional to join our Algo development team, contributing both technical and business expertise. In close collaboration with the Algo quant team, our development team is responsible for designing, developing, and managing the Algo trading platform used by traders and clients worldwide.
We are committed to fostering innovation through a quantitative, data-driven approach to trading.
Key Areas of Responsibilities
Work with a team of talented Algo developers on our Algo and Analytic systems throughout the entire development lifecycle.
Partner with the quant team and trading desks to develop new features, integrate AI signals, and optimize strategies.
Offer Algo advisory services to the business.
Work on Wheel and custom strategies tailored for our clients.
Conduct back-testing to refine and optimize strategies.
Work with cross-functional teams on market data, market connectivity, and execution management system projects.
Mentor junior members of the team and perform code reviews to ensure high-quality standards.
Requirements
Bachelor Degree in IT / Computer Science or related disciplines, Master Degree is highly preferred
12 years/above experience in trading system development, with a strong preference for expertise in algorithmic trading.
Proven experience working with low latency systems.
Exceptional programming skills, with proficiency in C# being highly desirable.
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.
A collaborative team player who is open to new ideas and approaches.
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Skills Required
- Bachelor Degree in IT / Computer Science or related disciplines
- Master Degree is highly preferred
- 12 years/above experience in trading system development
- Experience in algorithmic trading
- Proficiency in C#
- Experience with low latency systems
- Strong problem-solving and analytic skills
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Pay Growth & Progression — Base pay for junior bankers was increased significantly in 2021 to stay competitive in a hot market. This indicates willingness to adjust compensation when talent risks rise.
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Healthcare Strength — Permanent staff are automatically enrolled in healthcare aligned to local markets, with added travel health and security support via International SOS. This points to solid core medical coverage with global-travel assistance.
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Retirement Support — Permanent staff are automatically enrolled in pension plans aligned to local markets. A group retirement plan is administered regionally, signaling formalized retirement benefits infrastructure.
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What We Do
CITIC CLSA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Securities and its overseas business platform. Established in Hong Kong in 1986, CITIC CLSA is Asia’s leading capital markets and investment group, committed to driving the growth strategies of global institutional investors, corporations, governments and high-net-worth individuals. CITIC CLSA’s award-winning research, extensive Asia network, direct links to China and highly experienced financial professionals set CITIC CLSA apart from global investment banks and regional players. Over three decades, CITIC CLSA has built an extensive Asia network with deep local knowledge and connections. Globally, we operate from 13 countries across Asia, Australia, Europe and the Americas. For further information, please visit clsa.com
