Software Engineer - Systematic Data Platform

Millennium; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium is seeking a core software engineer to join our Systematic Data Platform group in Hong Kong. The role focuses on expanding and optimizing data platform architecture, building data applications and tools, and enabling scalable data delivery across cross-functional teams.

You will work with stakeholders to address data infrastructure needs, automate processes, and improve data extraction/ loading workflows, aiming to advance Millennium's data capabilities and analytics maturity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' working experience in software engineering.
• Bachelor degree in a quantitative field.
• Proficiency in Python, Java or Scala and data-centric programming.

Responsibilities

• Create & maintain data platform architecture and data applications for onboarding and analytics.
• Automate manual data processes and redesign infrastructure for scalability and availability.
• Build ETL pipelines to extract, transform and load data from varied sources.
• Collaborate with business and tech stakeholders to address data infrastructure needs.
• Develop data and analytical tools to help organize data as a strategic asset.
• Work with data and analytics experts to improve data system functionality.

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

Algorithms

Data Structures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Informatics, Information Systems or another quantitative field

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

Redshift

BigQuery

Snowflake

Job description

About Millennium

Millennium is a global, diversified alternative investment firm, founded in 1989. Defined by evolution, innovation and focus, Millennium’s mission is to deliver results for our investors.

About Millennium

Millennium is a global, diversified alternative investment firm, founded in 1989. Defined by evolution, innovation and focus, Millennium’s mission is to deliver results for our investors.

Our people are empowered with both independence and support: the autonomy to pursue ideas with conviction and the backing of a global network committed to collaboration, disciplined risk management and continuous learning. With opportunities to deepen expertise and accelerate development, talent at Millennium is equipped to adapt, evolve and build lasting impact over time. Discover how transformative growth accelerates impact.

Meet the Team

We are building a world class systematic data platform which will power next generation of our systematic portfolio engines.

We are looking for a core software engineer that will work for our Systematic Data Platform group. The hire will be responsible for expanding and optimizing the architecture of our data platform and data tools, as well as building data related application for cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is an experienced software engineer who enjoys optimizing data systems and building them from the ground up.

What You'll Do

• Create & maintain optimal data platform architecture and implementation, build data applications & tools to help data onboarding, and provide actionable insights into data discovery / permissioning, operational efficiency & other key business metrics.
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements by automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery and re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability and availability, etc.
• Build the infrastructure required for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data from a wide variety of data sources.
• Work with stakeholders from both the business and technology to assist with data-related technical issues and support their data infrastructure needs.
• Create data and analytical tools for internal customers that assist them in building and optimizing our data organization into an innovative industry leader.
• Work with data and analytics experts to strive for greater functionality in our data systems.

What You Bring

• 3+ years' working experience with Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Informatics, Information Systems or another quantitative field.
• Experience with object-oriented/object-function languages: Python, Java, Scala, etc.
• Strong algorithms and data structures
• Experience with databases e.g. SQL Server, Oracle, Redshift, BigQuery, SnowFlake.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Can work independently and in a collaborative environment.
• Can handle several projects with different priorities at the same time in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent self-management and problem-solving skills.