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Trading System Engineer (C++/Golang/Java/Python)

Singapore Permanent View Job Description
This role focuses on building and operating real‑time trading systems used directly in live markets, with an emphasis on performance, reliability, and execution quality. You will work closely with traders, strategists, and infrastructure teams to resolve production issues and optimise low‑latency trading workflows.
  • Work directly on live trading systems
  • Highly technical role focused on performance, latency, production reliability

About Our Client



Our client is a technology‑driven trading firm operating in highly competitive, real‑time markets. They place strong emphasis on production excellence, system stability, and engineering quality, offering technologists direct exposure to live trading, decision‑making, and market behaviour.

The firm values engineers who enjoy owning critical systems end‑to‑end and solving complex, time‑sensitive problems in production environments.

Job Description

  • Resolve real‑time trading and production issues, including order exceptions, reconciliation breaks, and incorrect executions
  • Build, maintain, and optimize low‑latency trading systems used in live market environments
  • Improve execution performance through latency optimization, smart routing, and system stability enhancements
  • Integrate market data feeds, broker connectivity, and internal strategy platforms
  • Collaborate closely with traders, strategists, and infrastructure teams to support trading operations
  • Ensure high standards of reliability, monitoring, and fault tolerance across distributed systems



The Successful Applicant

  • Strong background in systems engineering and production‑grade software development
  • Solid experience with distributed systems, reliability, and performance‑critical applications
  • Proficiency in C++ is required for candidates without prior financial services experience (all interviews conducted in C++)
  • For candidates with financial services experience, flexibility across C++, Java, Go, or similar languages
  • Experience supporting production systems in real‑time or mission‑critical environments
  • Detail‑oriented, calm under pressure, and comfortable debugging issues in live systems



What's on Offer

  • Permanent role within a highly technical, production‑focused trading environment
  • Direct exposure to live markets and real‑time trading decisions
  • Competitive compensation with performance‑based bonus
  • Strong engineering culture with ownership and autonomy
  • Opportunities to work on latency‑sensitive, high‑impact systems
  • Long‑term career growth within a technically elite team



Contact
Lydia Chen (Lic No: R22108104 / EA no: 18C9065)
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7007392
Phone number
+65 6416 9829

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
IT Development
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lydia Chen (Lic No: R22108104 / EA no: 18C9065)
Consultant contact
+65 6416 9829
Job Reference
JN-042026-7007392

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.