Quant Developer: Equity Derivatives Platform & Automation

Millennium; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium in Hong Kong is looking for a skilled developer to work on their Equity Derivatives platform. The role requires strong experience in Python, Groovy, or C++, along with expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and messaging middleware such as Kafka/Solace. You will build and maintain platforms, streamline deployment processes, and provide production support. An advanced degree in a relevant field and excellent communication skills are necessary to thrive in a fast-paced environment where several projects must be managed simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with languages such as Python, Groovy or C++ is required.
• Experience of Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud platforms is required.
• Experience with messaging middleware platforms like Kafka / Solace is desired.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain internal platforms used by Equity Derivatives PMs, quants and technology teams.
• Develop robust, automated tooling to streamline deployment, configuration management, and failover procedure.
• Write, support, maintain, and test code following best practices, including unit testing, documentation, and automation within standard CI/CD processes.
• Conduct in-depth profiling of application stacks to identify and eliminate latency bottlenecks.
• Provide Level 2 support, troubleshooting, and performance tuning for production systems.

Skills

Python

Groovy

C++

Kubernetes

Docker

Kafka

Solace

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Financial Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Millennium in Hong Kong is looking for a skilled developer to work on their Equity Derivatives platform. The role requires strong experience in Python, Groovy, or C++, along with expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and messaging middleware such as Kafka/Solace. You will build and maintain platforms, streamline deployment processes, and provide production support. An advanced degree in a relevant field and excellent communication skills are necessary to thrive in a fast-paced environment where several projects must be managed simultaneously.