Quant Developer - Real-Time Macro (Low-Latency Java), Front Office
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Client introduction
A top-tier global macro investment firm seeks a Quant Developer to build and run real-time analytics and data services for a high-performing trading desk in Singapore.
You’ll enjoy the dynamism of a small, entrepreneurial team with the scale, infrastructure and global platform of a leading buy-side house.
Job responsibilities
Real-time analytics & derived data:
Expand and maintain the low-latency analytics universe used directly by PMs/Quants in live trading.
Java low-latency engineering:
Contribute to a complex Java codebase; ensure accuracy, speed and stability of data/analytics feeding trading systems.
APIs & data dissemination:
Develop/maintain APIs that surface analytics and market/position data reliably to the desk.
DevOps & reliability:
Automate CI/CD, assist with server setup/config, deploy across environments, monitor, troubleshoot and performance-tune systems.
Desk partnership:
Work closely with portfolio managers and a core quant library team to validate deliverables and ship new features to end-users.
Singapore coverage:
Operate as the primary Quant Dev alongside the local PM, collaborating with an established London team.
Typical hours ~8am-6pm.
Job requirements
Experience:
~7+ years overall in front-office or trading-platform engineering;
3+ years
specifically in backend
Java
for real-time/low-latency systems.
Tech stack:
Java; real-time middleware (e.g., Redis, Chronicle); containers/orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes); CI/CD; exposure to time-series/analytics stores (e.g., Snowflake, MongoDB).
Python is a plus.
Markets:
Prior experience with e-trading or macro markets (Rates/FX) is highly desirable.
Mindset:
Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and clear communication with trading stakeholders.
Degree in CS or related field.
Why you should join them
Impact at the point of execution:
Your code directly supports live macro trading decisions in Singapore.
Autonomy + global bench strength:
Be the Singapore owner while partnering an 8-strong Quant Dev group in London and a global quant analytics platform.
Best of both worlds:
Entrepreneurial pace with institutional-grade technology, infrastructure and risk management at a leading global macro platform.
Competitive package & hybrid model:
Market-leading base with bonus; hybrid with ~4 days on-site per week.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
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