Head of Algo Trading /Machine Learning Tech- Leading Brokerage Firm - J12174

Our client, a leading brokerage firm, is seeking a highly experienced leader to head their Algorithmic Trading Development team. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with commercial acumen to drive the evolution of the electronic trading capabilities.

Key Focus Areas:

• Platform Strategy & Development: Lead the design and development of the next-generation algorithmic trading platform and strategy framework. This includes modernizing existing platforms and ensuring resilience and scalability.

• Strategy Enhancement: Collaborate closely with the Quantitative Research team and trading desks to enhance existing strategies, integrate novel signals (including AI/ML driven insights), and develop customized execution strategies for institutional clients.

• Leadership & Management: Provide strong people and project management, including prioritization, resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and internal audit requirements.

• System Optimization: Drive performance tuning and design for complex, high-throughput systems across the full stack (application, OS, network).

• Advisory & Quality: Act as an Algo advisory resource for the business and ensure high-quality delivery through code reviews and mentoring.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams responsible for market data, connectivity, and execution management to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience: 15+ years of progressive experience in developing complex, high-performance trading systems, with a significant focus on algorithmic trading platforms and execution strategies. Open to consider more junior candidates (8-15 years) for an IC role in the team.

• Leadership: 3+ years of direct team leadership experience within a demanding financial services environment.

• Technical Depth: Extensive experience in designing and tuning high-performance, low-latency systems. Proficiency with system-level performance tuning across programming languages, operating systems, and network infrastructure (switches, protocols, etc.).

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field is required; an advanced degree is highly desirable.

• Analytical Skills: Superior problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, and strong professional proficiency in Chinese.

• Culture: A proven ability to foster a collaborative, high-impact team culture where individuals are empowered to make a meaningful contribution.

Bonus Points: Practical experience applying Machine Learning or AI techniques to enhance execution strategy performance.

If this outstanding opportunity sounds like your next career move, please submit through "Apply Now" or send your resume in Word format to Lu Zhang at resume@pinpointasia.com and put Head of Algo Trading /Machine Learning Tech- Leading Brokerage Firm - J12174 in the subject header.

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