Leading Investment Bank - Senior Python Front Office Developer

Be part of an exciting front-office Python development role with our client, a leading investment bank. They are on the lookout for a passionate developer ready to dive into risk management and portfolio optimization. If you’re excited about leveraging your expertise in Python and distributed systems to create innovative tools that drive real results, apply here!

IO Tech Solutions - Hong Kong - Full time

Salary: HK$90K+

Requirements:

  • Hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Finance.
  • Have 2-5 years of experience in developing distributed systems.
  • Possess a solid understanding of factor models, Barra models, and market risk models.
  • Be proficient in technologies such as Linux, NumPy, Pandas, SQL, Redis, and Docker.
  • Demonstrate expertise in technology infrastructure and automation.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Strong command of Python; familiarity with asynchronous Python is a plus.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in risk-oriented software development, preferably within a front-office or trading role at buy-side firms.
  • Experience with risk management vendor systems, particularly RiskMetrics and RiskVal.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial instruments and derivatives, including futures, swaps, forwards, and options.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Design and enhance tools for risk management and portfolio optimization to support diverse trading strategies.
  • Develop and implement risk models, such as factor models and market risk models.
  • Establish automated reconciliation and alert systems to strengthen risk management processes.
  • Collaborate with market risk teams and quantitative teams to refine pricing and risk libraries.
22649517
Ad