Director, Technology Engineering Lead, UOB Asset Management Business Technology

UOB ASSET MANAGEMENT LTD; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UOB Asset Management Ltd. is seeking a Head of Technology Engineering to guide end-to-end development of digital capabilities, tailored for our asset management business across Asia.

You will orchestrate tools, frameworks and technologies, driving scalable, secure and high-performance solutions. The ideal candidate combines entrepreneurial drive with a track record in AI-centric platforms, real-time data integration and multi-jurisdiction design, delivering impactful technology with regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in end-to-end financial software development.
• 5+ years leading engineering teams in financial services such as investment banking, asset management or capital markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology initiatives aligned with UOBAM’s objectives.
• Oversee architecture, design and development of digital platforms for scalability and security.
• Collaborate with regional teams to translate requirements into engineering solutions.
• Lead modernization of legacy systems and cloud-native transitions.

Skills

Leadership

AI/ML platforms

Cloud architecture

Low-latency design

Multi-language development

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Java

Python

Go

JavaScript

C#

Job description

We are looking for a Head of Technology Engineering to lead the end-to-end development and solutions of digital application capabilities, fit for purpose for our asset management business across Asia, through the orchestration of various tools, frameworks, and technologies.

The ideal candidate is passionate about creating impactful technology solutions from the ground up, with a strong entrepreneurial mindset.

The role should ensure technology solutions are aligned with regional and local market needs and regulatory requirements.

• Together with the Group Chief Information Officer, develop technology initiatives that aligns with UOBAM’s strategic and business objectives
• Oversee the architecture, design and development of UOBAM digital platforms ensuring scalability, security and high performance
• Work closely with regional and local business teams such as investment teams, compliance and operations to understand business requirements and translate them into engineering solutions
• Continuously assess and improve system performance, user experience, and operational workflows
• Explore and integrate emerging technologies, such as Generative AI, AI/ML and big data tools, to enhance investment decision-making and operational efficiencies
• Good understanding on building AI Agents with different AI Models and Identify High-leverage AI use cases aligned with business goals and adopt them to achieve operational efficiency.
• Lead the modernization of legacy systems, transitioning to cloud native architectures where appropriate
• Ensure applications and application designs are in compliance with the diverse regulatory requirements across UOBAM’s offices throughout APAC

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in end-to-end financial software development
• 5+ years leading engineering teams in financial services such as investment bank, asset management or capital markets
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, JavaScript, and C#, showcasing versatility in building diverse technology solutions.
• Proactive leader who takes initiative and drives execution with urgency and precision.
• Demonstrated experience of successful delivery of AI-centric platforms, multi-language development projects, and full-cycle engineering leadership from ideation to deployment.
• Built compliant and secure investment systems aligned with financial regulations
• Delivered scalable trading platforms supporting multi-asset strategies
• Expertise in real-time market data integration and low-latency performance
• Understanding in cloud platform services
• Understanding of asset management data models
• Experienced in multi-jurisdictional system design and localization
• Collaborated with regional stakeholders and managed local tech vendors
• Deep understanding of global market infrastructure, regulations, and asset classes
• Familiar with fintech ecosystems and competitive landscape