Forex Associate Software Engineer (Fresh Graduate)

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Job Description

Join Tencent's CDG team in Singapore as a Forex Associate Software Engineer. Develop high-performance systems for real-time data processing in trading environments. Must-haves: Java, Spring Boot, real-time risk understanding, and experience in financial markets.
Must have:
  • Java experience
  • Spring Boot
  • Real-time risk
  • Financial markets
Good to have:
  • J2EE experience
  • Latency optimization
  • Agile methodologies
  • Database management
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About the Company
Tencent is a leading global technology company focused on connecting people and developing innovative products and services that improve the quality of life of people around the world. Founded in 1998 and publicly traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 2004, Tencent offers a variety of products and services, including leading communication and social platforms (Weixin/WeChat), high-quality entertainment (from video games, music, TV and film, sport and literature), FinTech (WeChat Pay and QQ Wallet) and industry-leading cloud products and services.

Corporate Development Group (CDG): as the platform for the company's new business incubation and new business exploration, CDG is responsible for promoting development and innovation for important areas such as financial technology and advertising, as well as marketing services, including payment and financial applications. As a professional support platform, CDG also supports the company and various business groups in strategic planning, investments and mergers, investor relations and corporate global communications, marketing and public relations, and more.

Position Overview

As a Forex Associate Software Engineer, you will join a lean and dynamic team in Singapore, focusing on developing high-performance systems for real-time data processing in trading environments. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge open-source technologies, optimize latency-sensitive systems, and contribute to the development of innovative trading applications. You will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing market data and transaction databases, supporting critical research and analysis efforts. Ideal candidates are those with strong technical skills in Java and Spring Boot, a keen understanding of financial markets, and a passion for working in fast-paced, agile environments. This position is perfect for fresh graduates eager to make a significant impact in the financial technology sector.

Responsibilities

  • System Development: Collaborate within a lean, focused team to develop high-performance systems for capturing and processing real-time data in dynamic trading environments.
  • Latency Optimization: Utilize open-source technologies to optimize latency-sensitive backend systems, ensuring seamless integration with order management and execution management systems.
  • Innovation and Enhancement: Identify opportunities for system enhancements, design innovative solutions, and implement new trading applications aimed at reducing latency and improving execution efficiency.
  • Database Management: Develop and maintain market data and transaction databases, supporting research and analysis initiatives to drive informed trading decisions.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, with graduation expected between January 2024 and December 2025. Undergraduates still pursuing their studies must be available to join before the end of 2025.
  • Hands-on experience with Java, J2EE, and Spring Boot is essential. Prior software engineering internship experience in the financial markets would be highly advantageous.
  • Understanding of real-time risk, concurrent programming, and scalable, high-availability distributed systems is crucial for success in this role.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment using agile methodologies, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and delivery.
  • Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple teams and stakeholders to drive projects forward.
  • Excellent communication skills, particularly in liaising with China-based stakeholders, are essential to ensure smooth coordination and project success.

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About The Company

Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world.


Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, Tencent's guiding principle is to use technology for good. Our communication and social services connect more than one billion people around the world, helping them to keep in touch with friends and family, access transportation, pay for daily necessities, and even be entertained.


Tencent also publishes some of the world's most popular video games and other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe.


Tencent also offers a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients' digital transformation and business growth.


Tencent has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 2004.

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