We are seeking a highly skilled Trade Operations and Systems Engineer to oversee and optimise our day-to-day CFD trading operations, with a focus on trade execution monitoring, system automation, and trade reconciliation. This role combines trading technology and operational risk management, requiring both deep technical skills and strong domain knowledge in FX and CFD trading.
The successful candidate will ensure seamless and accurate trade execution, settlement, and reconciliation. The role requires hands-on experience with CFD trading platforms (such as MT4/MT5, PXM/OZ, XCore, Integral), database management, and FIX protocol integration, along with the ability to automate operational workflows through coding. Candidates should support front-office trading teams and ensure back-office processes align with regulatory standards and data accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
1. Trade Operations & System Development
* Monitor and manage CFD/FX trade executions, including real-time trade flow and open positions.
* Maintain and improve systems for automated P&L calculation, margin usage, and open positions using C++, Python, SQL, and related technologies.
* Develop automated workflows for trade settlement, reconciliation, and risk tracking.
* Ensure high system availability and performance.
* Troubleshoot and optimise workflows across trading environments.
1. Trading Infrastructure & Protocol Management
* Manage trade bridge connections and APIs for execution and post-trade processes.
* Resolve issues related to trade discrepancies and FIX messaging.
* Assist onboarding of liquidity providers via FIX and bridging platforms.
* Maintain relational databases for trade data analysis and reporting.
* Implement ETL pipelines for data accuracy between systems.
* Create dashboards and reports using Power BI or Tableau.
* Conduct daily reconciliation between front office, back office, custodians, and liquidity providers.
2. Compliance, Documentation & Operational Risk
* Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and data laws (e.g., GDPR).
* Maintain technical documentation for systems and workflows.
* Identify and resolve operational risks and anomalies.
Required Qualifications and Experience
* 2–5 years in CFD/FX operations and trading systems engineering within brokerage or banking sectors.
* Solid understanding of CFD and FX instruments, market structure, and workflows.
* Hands-on experience with trading platforms (MT4/MT5, PXM/OZ, XCore, Integral) and system troubleshooting.
* Experience managing trade lifecycle, reconciliation, and exception resolution.
Technical Skills
* Proficiency in Python, SQL, C++, C#, and Java for automation and integration.
* Experience with database design (SQL/NoSQL).
* Knowledge of ETL pipelines, APIs, and data warehousing.
* Ability to use Power BI or Tableau for reporting.
* Experience with bridging platforms like OneZero, Integral, XCore GUI.
* Understanding distributed systems and high-volume data processing.
Soft Skills
* Strong communication and collaboration skills across teams.
* Ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
* Resilient and calm under high-pressure trading conditions.
* Organised, proactive, and analytical problem-solver.
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master’s in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, or related fields.
* Experience in FX brokerage, liquidity management, or electronic trading.
* Fluency in Mandarin.
* Interest in fintech innovations and career growth opportunities.
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