Sr. Business Analyst, Trading Applications Back End, IT

CITIC Securities International Company Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CITIC Securities International Company Limited seeks an experienced Senior IT Business Analyst in Execution Services IT to bridge business needs with IT solutions. You will collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and work with the technical team to deliver projects, including financial applications, CRM systems, and AI development.

The role requires strong English and Chinese communication, hands-on Java and SQL, Linux knowledge, and the ability to speak Mandarin with occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in IT/Business/related field.
• 5-8 years of IT Business Analyst / Solution Lead experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in English and Chinese.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines setup and maintenance.
• Familiarity with AI development and CRM systems is a plus.
• Hands-on Java and SQL.
• Knowledge in Linux.
• Mandarin speaking and willingness to travel to ShenZhen a plus.

Responsibilities

• Bridge business needs and IT solutions.
• Collaborate with departments to implement IT projects (financial apps, CRM, AI).
• Gather and analyze business requirements; map processes; drive delivery with tech teams.
• Ensure alignment with business owners, project team, and vendors.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies.
• Design and implement IT solutions to meet business needs.
• Develop detailed project plans and timelines.
• Monitor project progress and provide updates to management.
• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Support enhancement and maintenance activities.
• Prepare end-user documentation and training materials.
• Troubleshoot and resolve related issues.

Skills

Java

SQL

CI/CD

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

CRM systems

AI development

Job description

• Conduct market research and feasibility studies
• Knowledge in Linux
• Develop detailed project plans and timelines

Position Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst in Execution Services IT, proactively collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, and work with the technical team for delivery. Additionally, develop detailed project plan and timelines.

We are looking for an individual with a confident and assertive personality, with deep experience in Global equities trading.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Play a crucial role in bridging the gap between our business needs and IT solutions.

Work closely with various departments to ensure the successful implementation of IT projects such as financial applications, CRM systems, and AI development.

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyses business requirements, map out processes, and work with the technical team for delivery.

Ensure solid alignment with key stakeholders, including business owners/users, project team, and vendors.

Conduct market research and feasibility studies.

Design and implement IT solutions to meet business needs.

Develop detailed project plans and timelines.

Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to management.

Set up and maintain Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.

Support enhancement projects and maintenance activities.

Prepare documentation and training materials for end-users.

Troubleshoot and resolve related issues

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field.

5-8 years relevant experience as an IT Business Analyst / Solution Lead.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in English and Chinese

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience with setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

Familiarity with AI development and CRM systems is a plus.

Hands-on Java and SQL.

Knowledge in Linux

Able to speak Mandarin and willing to travel to ShenZhen occasionally will be a plus

Additional skills

In-depth Equities High Touch , Program trading and Market Connectivity business knowledge

Know Java, SQL, FIX message protocol, Chronicle Queue, Linux