Java Developer, Trading/Front Office, Investment bank

Recruit Logic Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Logic Limited in Hong Kong seeks an experienced Java developer to drive low-latency system components and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design interrelated functions.

The role requires 8+ years of Java (Spring/Core) development, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and fluent Mandarin and English. Familiarity with FIX protocols and OMS/EMS concepts is a plus; agile practices and Maven build experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of Java development experience (Spring/Core).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Mandarin and English is mandatory.
• Knowledge of FIX/Exchange protocols is a plus.
• Knowledge of OMS/EMS/Cash equities concepts is a plus.
• Experience with low-latency techniques (LMAX, etc.).
• Exposure to Git and JIRA; Agile processes; Maven build.

Responsibilities

• Task planning and handle requests from various parties.
• Continuously review and provide recommendations to improve the system.
• Liaise with other development teams to design and document interrelated functions.
• Conduct code reviews and provide guidance to team members.
• Unit testing and functional testing of developed code.
• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of software solutions.
• Ensure compliance with CSI requirements and training/regulatory standards.

Skills

Java development (8+ years)

Low latency techniques

FIX protocol knowledge

OMS/EMS/Cash equities concepts

LMAX Disruptor

Git

JIRA

Agile development

Maven build

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Mandarin and English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT / Business or related field

Tools

Git

JIRA

Maven

Job description

Task planning and handle requests from various parties

Continuously review and provide recommendation to improve the system

Liaise with other development teams to agree and document design of interrelated functions

Conduct code review and provide guidance to other team members

Unit testing, functional testing of the developed code

Responsible for timely and quality delivery of software solutions

Ensure full compliance to all CSI and required training and regulatory requirements for you and your team

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree of higher in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field.

8 years and above experience in Java (Spring/Core) development

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of FIX/Exchange protocols would be a plus

Knowledge of OMS/EMS/Cash Equities concepts would be a plus

Experience in low latency techniques, LMAX disruptor etc.

Exposure to software engineering tools/applications (like Git, JIRA)

Familiarity with Agile development processes and techniques

Experience of the build process using Maven

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Proficiency in Mandarin and English is mandatory

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Hong Kong?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Java developer?
• Do you have experience using FIX Protocol?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• Which of these industries have you worked in?