Technical Engineer

Posted One Month Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Hongkong
Remote
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
The Role
Translate business and technology requirements into changes for low-latency equities trading systems. Coordinate technical implementations with internal teams, vendors, exchanges, carriers, and clients. Support network architecture decisions, provide third-level production support, collaborate with global teams, and establish technology best practices across APAC electronic trading environments.
Summary Generated by Built In

Technical Engineer, Low Latency Trading Platform Your role A high-profile technical opportunity for engineers with proven experience in low-latency equities trading systems. At UBS, we re-imagine the way we work, the way we connect with each other – our colleagues, clients and partners – and the way we deliver value. Being agile will make us more responsive, more adaptable, and ultimately more innovative. We’re looking for a Technical Engineer to: • translate business and technology requirements for new functionality / venues / upgrades into technical changes within the low-latency trading stack • coordinate/manage technical changes with internal and external teams including vendors, stock exchanges, carriers and clients • work with aligned network and infrastructure teams to help make key decisions on the design of the network architecture based on application requirements • partner with production services team to provide third-level, platinum support for our clients • build relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues in all regions throughout APAC • co-operate with global teams developing and socializing best practice and standards • build strong relationship with various regional/global technology and business stakeholders Your team You’ll be working in the APAC Quant Solutions team, one of the fastest paced business units in Electronic Trading. We deliver tailor-made ultra-low latency trading solutions to our clients across the globe. The team is responsible for the delivery of high-quality solutions for the business and its clients, remaining on the forefront of exchange technology across APAC markets. In our agile operating model, team members fulfill varied roles within the SDLC providing the opportunity for front-to-back ownership of deliverables from incubation and requirement gathering through to delivery. The Quant Solutions business provides low and ultra-low latency Co-Located solutions to its clients servicing markets including Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan and Taiwan. This is a growing team dispersed across Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and Pune comprising of application and infrastructure specialists. Your expertise  • strong Python and Unix skills (especially Linux) including shell scripting • strong FIX messaging experience within an electronic trading capacity • familiar with broad areas of trading technology (including FPGA, low-latency networks, low-latency application development and exchange protocols such as OUCH, Arrowhead, HKEX CCCG & OCG) • expertise in Equities Trading platforms and the Trading Life Cycle (Low-latency trading, co-location setup) • experience with systems across front, middle, and back office • experience working with stock exchanges and the management of trading & market data infrastructure • excellent communication skills to interface with business sponsors, clients and third parties • ideally 5 years of experience in a similar position focused on electronic trading within the finance sector

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidate Application Notice

Skills Required

  • Strong Python and Unix skills, especially Linux, including shell scripting
  • Strong FIX messaging experience in an electronic trading environment
  • Familiarity with FPGA, low-latency networks, low-latency application development, and exchange protocols including OUCH, Arrowhead, HKEX CCCG, and OCG
  • Expertise in equities trading platforms and the trading life cycle, including low-latency trading and co-location setup
  • Experience with front-, middle-, and back-office systems
  • Experience working with stock exchanges and managing trading and market data infrastructure
  • Excellent communication skills for interfacing with business sponsors, clients, and third parties
  • At least five years of experience in a similar electronic trading position within the finance sector

Synechron Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is frequently characterized as competitive, particularly relative to large service-consulting peers and in certain in-demand skill areas. Compensation sentiment appears strongest when staffing is stable on strong client engagements and for market-aligned roles in major hubs.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is often portrayed as a strong point in the U.S., with broad coverage and relatively favorable out-of-pocket experiences. Core medical, dental, and vision options are consistently described as meeting or exceeding a baseline expectation for consulting roles.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity was made broadly accessible through a company-wide RSU grant tied to a major revenue milestone. This is positioned as a notable upside even if it is framed as a one-time recognition event rather than an ongoing program.

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The Company
HQ: New York, New York
12,827 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,700+, and has 48 offices in 19 countries within key global markets. For more information on the company, please visit our website: www.synechron.com.

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