Front Office Developer / Senior - Python / C++ / Java / Rust

We are open to applicants outside of Hong Kong who are committed to relocation

2 of my client's client, a prop trading firm based in Hong Kong, is looking to expand and hiring for:

• Mid-Senior Front Office Developer (C++ / Rust / Java) - Perm

2 headcounts - from junior to senior grade - PYTHON Front Office RAD Developer for our pop trading client based in Hong Kong. You will join our client's fast-paced team and work directly with traders and analysts to build and improve the software we use for pricing and trading across our client's business

Looking For

• Min. 2 years+ experience in Python Development - trading system
• Prior experience in front-office or quant development - preferred
• Experience with asynchronous programming (asyncio or similar frameworks) is a BIG PLUS
• Excellent communication skills in English

Role

• Build & Scale: Take a hands-on approach to coding and continuously improving our core applications.
• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate daily with Quants and Traders to design and support specialized Python trading tools.
• Full Ownership: Manage the entire development lifecycle, from initial analysis and design to final delivery.
• Support: Provide Tier 3 production support as needed

1 headcount - to help build and improve systems that support real-time trading operations. This role will focus on development in Rust and/or C++, with an emphasis on reliability, performance, and strong ownership.

Must Haves

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience (3+ YOE)
• Experience with Rust and/or C++
• Low-latency exposure is highly preferred (not mandatory—strong candidates can ramp up after joining)
• Proven ability to take ownership of system components based on past experience

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve performance-focused trading-related components
• Own and support specific parts of the system end-to-end (development, debugging, and delivery)
• Collaborate with the team to ensure stable and efficient system behaviour

Nice to Have

• Experience in real-time systems, performance tuning, or latency-sensitive environments

Mid- Senior Front Office Developer in C++ / Rust / Java

1 headcount to design and build low-latency components for real-time trading systems. This role includes significant ownership of system components and collaboration on architecture.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience
• Strong development experience with Rust / C++ / Java
• Experience with low-latency systems or experience as a people manager (ideally both)
• Demonstrated experience in system design/architecture
• Proven ownership of one or more system components from past roles

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the architecture and design of trading system components
• Take end-to-end ownership of selected components (implementation, debugging, and delivery)
• Build and optimize functionality for performance and low-latency
• Mentor team members and/or lead technical efforts (as applicable)

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