Electronic Trader – Low Latency Execution

CW Talent Solutions; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CW Talent Solutions is seeking an Electronic Trader to work with a high-frequency trading firm in Hong Kong. You will manage electronic trading strategies, optimising execution across Asian markets, with a strong focus on reducing latency and improving fill rates.

The ideal candidate will possess over 3 years of experience in electronic trading, with strong Python skills and a solid grasp of market microstructure. This position offers exposure to a technical trading environment and significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in electronic or high-frequency trading.
• Strong understanding of exchange connectivity and market microstructure.
• Ability to analyse execution data for optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance electronic trading strategies.
• Focus on execution quality and latency optimisation.
• Collaborate with quant developers to improve trading logic.

Skills

Electronic trading experience

Order types knowledge

Python programming

Market microstructure understanding

Job description

Electronic Trader – Low Latency Execution

CW Talent Solutions is partnering with a high-frequency and electronic trading firm to hire an Electronic Trader focused on optimising execution performance across Asian markets.

The Role

Manage and enhance electronic trading strategies, focusing on execution quality, latency optimisation, and real-time risk controls. The role requires close collaboration with quant developers and infrastructure teams to improve fill rates, reduce slippage, and refine trading logic.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in electronic or high-frequency trading
• Strong understanding of exchange connectivity, order types, and market microstructure
• Experience working with low-latency systems
• Strong Python skills; familiarity with C++ is advantageous
• Ability to analyse execution data and optimise trading performance

Why Apply?

• Work on cutting-edge execution systems in Asian markets
• Highly technical trading environment
• Exposure to significant electronic flow and advanced infrastructure
• Performance-driven culture with strong upside potential