About this role
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong
Senior Java / Full-stack Engineer – Trading & Accounting Systems
Job Description:
My client, a leading global financial institution, is looking for a Senior Java / Full-stack Engineer to join their Private Wealth Management Technology team.
This role sits at the core of building and enhancing both trading platforms and portfolio accounting systems, supporting high-net-worth clients across Asia and globally. You will work on high-performance distributed systems, microservices, and data-intensive applications across multiple asset classes and business domains.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and modernize trading and portfolio accounting platforms using Java and related technologies
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Build scalable microservices, core libraries, and reusable backend components
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Develop event-driven systems and data streaming workflows (e.g., Kafka, MQ)
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Contribute to system architecture, design reviews, and engineering best practices
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Prototype, enhance, and refactor legacy components into modern tech stacks
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Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize performance of high-volume, low-latency systems
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Collaborate with global teams (engineering, QA, product, and architecture)
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Support production systems (L3) and ensure system stability and reliability
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Follow Agile methodologies and adopt DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation)
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Required Skills
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Strong Core Java skills with solid Object-Oriented Design experience
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Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture
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Experience with multithreading and building high-performance backend systems
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Knowledge of event/message-driven architectures (Kafka, MQ, etc.)
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Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., DB2) and data modeling
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Experience working with distributed systems and large-scale data processing
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Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills
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Good communication skills and ability to work in global teams
Required Skills
- Java