Senior Engineer - Java (Quant Platform - Data Services)

Hong Kong
Full time
Office
Compensation is not specified
Role
Data Engineer
Description

About the Company

At OKX, we believe in the transformative power of technology. Established in 2017, OKX stands out as a prominent player in the global cryptocurrency exchange arena, offering a wide range of spot and derivatives trading options through blockchain technology. With over 20 million users across 180 regions worldwide, OKX is dedicated to creating an inclusive platform that enables individuals to engage with the crypto world. Beyond its exceptional exchange services, OKX also houses OKX Insights, a research division at the forefront of cryptocurrency trends. Fueled by a commitment to innovation, OKX envisions a future where financial accessibility is supported by blockchain and decentralized finance.

Valuing our team members as much as our technological advancements, we strive to foster a collaborative and welcoming culture where teamwork, adaptability, and integrity prevail. Our goal is to cultivate a supportive and diverse environment where all are valued, respected, and empowered to grow and succeed.

About the Role

The Quant Platform at OKX offers cutting-edge technology solutions for cryptocurrency trading. Our offerings include low-latency connectivity to global crypto markets, automated pricing and trading bot strategies, high-frequency data analysis, and a cutting-edge micro frontend for trade management.

If you are a talented technologist with a passion for crypto trading and automated trading strategies, we want to connect with you.

We are currently seeking a skilled Java data specialist who is enthusiastic about conquering data processing and analysis challenges, spanning from high-frequency tick data to alternative data sources, to drive and support our data-centric trading ventures.

Responsibilities

  • Take the lead in managing a large, complex data platform focusing on high-frequency time-series data, real-time analytics, and historical data access
  • Assume ownership of projects and components across the data pipeline, including data capture, cleaning, monitoring, warehousing, analysis, and API provision
  • Utilize strong analytical and technical abilities to dissect, clean, model, and visualize extensive datasets
  • Collaborate closely with trader, quant research, and quant developer teams
  • Exercise creativity to identify technical gaps and enhance the effectiveness, coverage, and quality of our solutions

Qualifications

  • Solid STEM educational background
  • Proficiency in Java and/or Python programming
  • Extensive experience with SQL and/or NoSQL database systems
  • Familiarity with middleware technologies like Kafka, and data frameworks such as Flink, Spark, and Hive
  • Previous exposure to a POSIX environment
  • (Preferred) Background in cryptocurrency or financial products
  • (Preferred) Experience working with intraday, tick data, or order book data
  • Proficiency in on-chain data capture and analysis
  • (Preferred) Experience with data analysis tools like Pandas, R, Spark, Arrow
  • (Preferred) Knowledge of systematic or high-frequency trading practices

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage for employees and their families

Stay tuned for more benefits to be revealed throughout the recruitment process!

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