Python Engineer – Low Latency Trading Systems
Io Tech Solutions Limited
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong1 month ago
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Job Type
full time
Description
We are looking for a Technical Engineer with strong experience in low-latency electronic trading systems to join a fast-paced, high-performance APAC Quant Solutions team.
About the Role
You will be responsible for supporting and enhancing ultra-low latency trading infrastructure across multiple APAC markets. This includes working closely with internal engineering teams, exchanges, vendors, and clients to deliver high-quality trading solutions.
You'll also play a key role in system design, production support, and ongoing platform improvements in a highly agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
Translate business and technical requirements into system changes for low-latency trading platforms
Coordinate technical changes with internal teams, vendors, exchanges, carriers, and clients
Collaborate with network and infrastructure teams on low-latency architecture design
Provide 3rd line production support for trading systems
Support deployment and enhancement of co-located trading solutions across APAC markets
Work with global teams to define and implement best practices and standards
Build strong relationships with technical and business stakeholders across regions
Requirements
Strong experience in Python and Linux/Unix environments (including shell scripting)
Solid understanding of FIX protocol in electronic trading
Experience in low-latency trading systems and infrastructure
Familiarity with trading technologies (e.g., market data systems, exchange protocols such as OUCH, Arrowhead, HKEX protocols)
Strong knowledge of equities trading platforms and full trading lifecycle
Experience working with stock exchanges and market data/trading infrastructure
Exposure to front, middle, and back-office systems
Strong communication skills and ability to work with global stakeholders
Around 5+ years of experience in electronic trading or financial technology
Nice to Have
Experience with co-location environments
FPGA or ultra-low latency optimization exposure
Regional APAC exchange connectivity experience
What We Offer
Exposure to cutting-edge low-latency trading technology
Global, fast-moving engineering environment
Opportunity to work across major APAC markets (HK, Japan, Australia, Taiwan, China)
High-impact role with strong technical ownership
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Skills
system designagilepythonlinuxfpga