Equity Derivatives Developer, AVP (C++)

Adecco; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting an Equity Derivatives Developer, AVP, to support a front‑office trading environment in Hong Kong. The role centers on high‑performance C++ development for real‑time trading systems, collaborating with traders and quantitative researchers to implement and refine trading ideas and strategies.

You will ensure system reliability, scalability and fault tolerance under extreme market conditions, provide front desk support and troubleshooting, and participate in design discussions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance or related field from a recognized university.
• At least 5 years in a technical development environment.
• At least 3 years in C++ development, including C++17 and C++20.
• Strong background in data structures, algorithms and systems programming.
• Experience with Python or scripting languages, databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with financial markets, market data feeds or exchange protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and clean, efficient code.
• Strong English communication and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and optimize high-performance C++ applications for real-time trading systems.
• Collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers to implement trading algorithms.
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and fault tolerance under extreme market conditions.
• Provide front desk support and troubleshoot system issues.
• Participate in system design discussions, code reviews, and trading idea brainstorming sessions.
• Contribute to tooling and automation using Python or other scripting languages when needed.

Skills

C++ development (C++17/C++20)

Python scripting

Data structures & algorithms

Systems programming

English communication

Trading systems familiarity

Problem solving

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Finance

Tools

SQL

Database work

Job description

We are recruiting for an Equity Derivatives Developer, AVP role supporting a front-office trading environment for a leading Chinese investment banking and financial services platform.

The position focuses on high-performance C++ application development for real-time trading systems, with direct collaboration alongside traders and quantitative researchers. The work includes building, testing, and optimizing systems that must remain reliable under extreme market conditions. This role also involves front desk support, system troubleshooting, and participation in system design discussions, code reviews, and trading idea brainstorming sessions. The ideal candidate brings strong C++ development experience, solid systems programming knowledge, and familiarity with financial markets, market data feeds, or exchange protocols. This is a technical position for someone who can contribute to both development and production support in a collaborative environment.

What You Will Do?

• Design, develop, test, and optimize high-performance C++ applications for real-time trading systems.
• Collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers to implement and refine trading algorithms.
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and fault tolerance under extreme market conditions.
• Work closely with traders to provide front desk support and troubleshoot system issues.
• Participate in system design discussions, code reviews, and trading idea brainstorming sessions.
• Contribute to tooling and automation using Python or other scripting languages when needed.

Your Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or a similar field from a well-recognized university.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a technical development environment.
• At least 3 years of experience in C++ development, including C++17 and C++20.
• Strong background in data structures, algorithms, and systems programming.
• Experience with Python or scripting languages, database work, and SQL.
• Familiarity with financial markets, market data feeds, or exchange protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong focus on clean, efficient code.
• Strong English communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.