Lead Business Analyst, Algo and Machine Learning Systems, IT

citicclsa· 1899 CITIC Securities International Company Limited
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📍 Hong KongFull time

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Position Description

The Algorithmic Trading team is looking for a Algo Business Analyst to join our Hong Kong ALGO team. Our trading platform is purely developed in-house; the successful candidate will work closely with Electronic Execution desk, Equity Traders and Technologists to deliver high-quality, cutting-edge solutions for the Asia Pacific region.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

  • Partner with business stakeholders to gather, clarify, and document requirements, translate business needs into functional and technical solutions, and help define implementation priorities and delivery roadmaps.

  • Analyse business problems, evaluate system impacts, and work closely with development and trading teams to propose practical solutions that align with market requirements, client needs, and strategic product direction

  • Provide expert support for Algo system, responding to user inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and resolving incidents in a timely manner.

  • Proactively monitor systems to ensure optimal performance and availability.

  • Perform root cause analysis for incidents, document findings, and work with development teams for long-term solutions.

  • Assist in the planning and execution of system upgrades and enhancements, ensuring minimal disruption to trading activities.

  • Provide insight and deliver technical solutions to business problems.

  • Develop, optimize and enhance algorithmic trading strategies

  • Work with a team of talented Algo developers on our Algo and Analytic systems throughout the entire development lifecycle.

  • Work with cross-functional teams on market data, market connectivity, and execution management system projects.

  • Resolve operational issues and implement preventative measures

Requirements

  • Degree or above in Computer Science or Software Engineering

  • 10+ years of experience in trading system development, with a preference for expertise in algorithmic trading.

  • Solid development experience in C# or other object-oriented programming languages.

  • Strong understanding of Equity trading in Asian market.

  • Expertise in relational database such as Oracle, with advanced proficiency in SQL development, including complex query optimization.

  • Machine learning and AI theory of algorithms would be a plus.

  • Strong problem-solving and analytic skills, with a background in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English, Chinese proficiency is advantage

  • A collaborative team player who is open to new ideas and approaches.

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