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Summary

Builds high-performance front-end trading tools in React/TypeScript, working directly with traders to design real-time interfaces for fast-paced decision-making.

UI/UX Developer – Trading Tools Location: Singapore / Hong Kong (flexible) My client is a leading quantitative trading firm building high-performance systems that operate in real-time global markets. They are seeking a product-minded UI/UX Developer to design and build mission-critical internal tools used directly by traders and operators. This role sits at the intersection of

engineering, product, and trading , with a strong focus on delivering intuitive, high-performance interfaces for real-time decision-making.

The Opportunity You will work closely with traders and business stakeholders to design and build

real-time trading tools , delivering solutions in fast, iterative cycles. The environment is highly dynamic, with a strong emphasis on ownership, speed, and practical problem-solving. Key responsibilities include: Building

high-performance front-end applications

for real-time trading workflows Partnering directly with traders and operators to

translate ambiguous requirements into working products Delivering features in

fast, feedback-driven iterations

rather than long release cycles Designing systems with a

platform mindset , enabling reusable components and extensible workflows Contributing across the stack where needed, including

API design and backend integration Troubleshooting and resolving

production issues in real-time environments Continuously improving

performance, usability, and system reliability

What They're Looking For 4+ years of experience in

frontend development (TypeScript, React, HTML/CSS) Strong experience building

data-heavy or real-time applications Proven ability to work directly with stakeholders and

own product delivery end-to-end Experience operating in

fast-paced, iterative environments

(e.g. fintech, trading, startups) Strong understanding of

frontend architecture, performance optimisation, and system design Exposure to backend development (e.g.

Python, Golang ) is advantageous Excellent communication skills and ability to work across technical and business teams

What Sets This Role Apart Direct impact on

trading performance and decision-making workflows High level of

ownership and autonomy , with the ability to shape product direction Opportunity to build tools that evolve from

ad hoc solutions into scalable platforms Work in a

high-calibre, technically driven environment

solving real-world problems under pressure

Ideal Profile Product-minded engineer who enjoys

building tools that users rely on daily Comfortable operating in

ambiguity , bringing structure and momentum Strong sense of ownership, with the ability to

move from idea to production quickly Balances

speed of delivery with long-term system design and reuse

BAH Partners specialize in placing the leading technology and quantitative talent into Asia Pacific's premier financial and technology-driven organizations. If you would like more information, or to confidentially discuss your career options, please contact me at (HIDDEN TEXT) or call (852) 2850 4877 | (852) 6535 7977 Follow us @ https://hk.linkedin.com/company/bah

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