Front Office Technology Engineer (C++/Python)

About the role

Macquarie is looking for a Front Office Technology Engineer in its technology team in Singapore. You will work directly with traders and supporting functions such as settlements, finance and risk management, supporting the development and operation of in-house trading systems across Fixed Income and Currencies, including FX, Interest Rates and Bonds.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse, develop, release and support in-house trading systems, working closely with traders and other business users to understand their products and requirements.
• Support day-to-day front-office activities and respond to queries relating to calculations in finance and risk systems.
• Continually improve the stability and efficiency of existing processes.
• Leverage AI to accelerate development and explore innovative solutions that improve the scalability, robustness and efficiency of technology and processes.

Required profile

• Strong object-oriented design and programming skills, with experience in either C++ or Python.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to build knowledge of financial market products.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work directly with traders and other business users.
• A self-motivated and curious approach, with an interest in AI and emerging technologies.

Required skills

• C++ or Python
• Scripting and development in a Linux environment

What we offer

• Wellbeing leave day and 5 additional paid Flexi-Leave days per year.
• 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers, 12 days of paid transition leave and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers.
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave per year and donation matching.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Medical and life insurance cover and flexible wellbeing credits.
• Learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional memberships or subscriptions.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role, plus reimbursement for work-from-home equipment.