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Principal Systems Engineer

HKEX

On-site
Tseung Kwan O, HK
Full-time
Principal
Manager
Salary not listedPosted 2w ago

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Job description

HKEX is hiring a Principal Systems Engineer — a full-time, based in Tseung Kwan O, HK role. Apply directly on HKEX's careers page below.

Principal Systems Engineer (Assistant Vice President) - Markets Systems - IT

Location: HK-TKO 5/F

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Company Introduction:

We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.
Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.


HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

The Markets Systems team is responsible for delivering first-in-class systems for trading, market data dissemination and surveillance monitoring in cash and We are seeking a motivated and energetic Systems Engineer to join our Markets Systems Technology team. Our team develops first-class systems for trading, market data dissemination, and surveillance monitoring across cash and derivatives markets in HKEX. We play a critical role in the technology lifecycle, including architecture design, system integration, testing, deployment, and implementation of mission-critical systems. Working closely with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams, we deliver resilient and innovative technology solutions that power Hong Kong’s financial markets.

If you are passionate about technology and want to make an impact, we invite you to join us.

Job Duties:

Job Duties

Job Responsibilities

  • Build low-latency trading infrastructure in on-premises environments.

  • Integrate and support mission-critical systems for cash and derivatives markets.

  • Automate and streamline system health checks, operational workflows, and DevOps processes.

  • Assess technology and security risks and drive mitigation actions in line with enterprise standards.

  • Coordinate and support system testing, deployment, and production rollout activities, including occasional weekend exercises.

  • Promote technical excellence through adherence to best practices and engineering standards.

  • Ensure compliance with organization policies, regulatory requirements, and security standards.

Job Requirements

  • Experience in building or supporting low-latency trading or market data infrastructure, including network and Linux server configuration

  • Experience in systems integration, configuration management, and multi-environment support.

  • Solid experience in shell scripting (e.g., bash), Python, SQL, with familiarity in DevOps tools and practices.

  • Strong problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Detail-oriented, with the ability to deliver high-quality work through effective planning, coordination, and execution.

  • A strong team player with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

  • Experience in technical testing and deployment is an advantage.

  • Good understanding of enterprise server architecture and network topology is an advantage.

  • Familiarity with system monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Grafana) is an advantage.

    HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.

    Location:

    HKEX - TKO

    Shift:

    Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:

    40

    Worker Type:

    Permanent

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    Frequently asked questions

    What skills are required for Principal Systems Engineer at HKEX?

    The required skills for Principal Systems Engineer at HKEX include: Linux, Bash, Python, SQL, DevOps, Grafana.

    What is the seniority level for Principal Systems Engineer at HKEX?

    Principal Systems Engineer at HKEX is a Principal / Manager level position.

    How do I apply for Principal Systems Engineer at HKEX?

    You can view the full description and apply for Principal Systems Engineer at HKEX on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/hkex-principal-systems-engineer-assistant-vice-president-markets-systems-it-flqum.