VP, Senior Algo Developer

VP, Senior Algo Developer (Barclays) Location: Hong Kong Purpose of the role To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. Key Responsibilities Core development of Options Market Making strategies for the Hong Kong market, followed by expansion into other Asian markets. Continuously deliver zero-defect versions on the platform; perform 2nd line support and knowledge transfer to production support teams. Follow Barclays development standards and Agile development model. Stakeholder management and leadership: work in an agile environment, respond quickly to fast‑paced demands. Communicate with development, support, and trading desk teams to develop strategies. Make decisions and solve problems under strict timelines, evaluating risk appropriately. Troubleshoot complex hardware/software issues. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework, and Barclays internal policies and standards. Essential Skills / Basic Qualifications Experience in financial markets and applications, including algorithms, market data feeds, APIs, order routing protocols, and full front‑to‑back trading flow. 5+ years of algorithmic trading experience at top‑tier investment banks. Experience developing options market‑making strategies. Proficiency in high‑volume, low‑latency environments. Strong C++ development on Linux; Java knowledge a plus. Experience building multithreaded systems and thread synchronization techniques. Effective written and verbal communication. Ability to work in fast‑paced, time‑critical teams. Strong analytical, technical, and troubleshooting skills. Self‑motivated, solution‑focused attitude. Accountabilities Develop and deliver high‑quality, scalable, maintainable, performance‑optimised software. Collaborate cross‑functionally to define requirements, devise solutions, and align with business objectives. Participate in code reviews and promote code quality culture. Stay informed of technology trends and contribute to tech communities. Adhere to secure coding practices and unit testing. Vice President Expectations Drive strategy, requirements, and recommendations for change; manage resources, budgets, and policies; deliver continuous improvements. If managing a team: define roles, plan for future needs, counsel employees, guide specialists, and balance short and long‑term goals. Demonstrate leadership behaviours: Listen, Energise, Align, Develop. For individual contributor: serve as subject‑matter expert, guide technical direction, mentor, and provide strategic advice. Advise stakeholders on functional and cross‑functional impact. Manage and mitigate risks, supporting control and governance agenda. Show comprehensive understanding of organisation functions to help achieve business goals. Build trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Legal and Work‑Authorization Requirements Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the legal right to work in any role you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or if you would require sponsorship, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific, and any changes must be reviewed. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or legal right to work may result in withdrawal of your application or employment offer. Benefits and Compensation Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr