Senior Lead Java Developer (Equity Derivatives Platform)
Summary
Build and optimize a low-latency risk and pricing platform for equity derivatives using multithreaded Java, Solace/ZeroMQ, and real-time analytics while collaborating with traders and quants.
Senior Lead Java Developer (Equity Derivatives Platform)
You'll build and optimize a low‑latency risk & pricing platform for flow volatility products – working side‑by‑side with traders, quants, and sales.
- Own end‑to‑end delivery of a high‑performance pricing and risk system – from multithreaded Java code and unit tests to production support
- Partner closely with traders and quants to implement auto delta hedging, vega roll strategies, and real‑time trade capture
- Apply deep equity derivatives knowledge (pricing, risk, order management) to build volatility fitting, visualization, and pre/post‑trade analytics
- Work with Linux, distributed messaging (Solace, ZeroMQ, or similar), and low‑latency techniques – live ticking data and regulatory reporting
- Zero‑garbage‑collection experience is a strong plus, as is a background in high‑frequency or low‑latency trading systems
What you bring:
- Advanced Core Java with multithreading expertise
- 6+ years of hands‑on development (VP level)
- Solid understanding of equity derivatives and trading workflows
- Fluent English – Cantonese/Mandarin a plus
What's on offer:
- Competitive base + discretionary bonus
- Work with a global, collaborative team in Hong Kong
- Relocation support and visa sponsorship available for strong candidates