Application Trading Support Engineer-AVP

Hong Kong, Hong Kong China

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Date live: 12/17/2025

Business Area: Markets Pre Trade

Area of Expertise: Technology

Contract: Permanent

Reference Code: JR-0000078402

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We are shaping the future of financial technology.
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The role of Application Trading Support Engineer carries responsibility for the provision of high quality, bespoke support of the Electronic Trading plant which underpins the Cash Equity and QPS (Quantitative Prime Services) businesses. This role encompasses technical support, continuous service improvement, infrastructure architecture and project management. In this role, you will involve liaising with senior leads in Front-Office, Operations, Compliance, and other functions on (amongst other things) Risk and Control, Production Performance, Incident, Problem and Change. You will be expected to ensure stability, supportability and deployment efficiency is delivered as part of the SDLC by working with Development leads, Project Managers and Business analysts. As a key technical contributor, you will involve building and maintaining a culture of operational and technical excellence throughout the team. The role will involve ensuring stability and availability of mission critical, time-sensitive trading systems in a fast paced environment.

Key Accountabilities

Provide support for QPS applications and ready to cover early morning APAC hours

Develop specialist knowledge in relevant systems, sharing that knowledge, as required, with global teams.
Liaise with Business users and IT counterparts on potential process improvements.
Liaise with development teams on future applications and improvements
Take ownership of issues through to resolution or escalation, as appropriate.
Pro-actively improve the quality of systems and service, and increase business value
Undertake projects as required, including, but not restricted to, the following areas: - capacity and performance management, monitoring initiatives, infrastructure upgrades, web based tools, reporting and documentation
Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards

Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications:

Degree in an IT, Engineering or Mathematics-related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of related experience as application trade support engineer providing L1 and L2 support
Experience in a business facing application support role in Investment Bank
Strong knowledge of supporting applications on Unix platforms, fluent user of the command line
Exposure to network connectivity investigation and diagnostics
Experience of client and exchange connectivity platforms with exposure to exchange APIs and protocols
Experience Bash/Perl scripting and/or Python/Java programming and with Autosys scheduling

Desirable skills/Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of ITRS Geneos including deployment of netprobes and configuration of enhanced application monitoring.
Experience with Corvil latency monitoring and configuration, Container management tools such as Docker/Kubernetes
Proven experience of Equities Electronic Trading in a related front-office application support role within investment banking.
Exposure to Low Latency environments
Effective communicator who can demonstrate strong influencing skills
Track record of delivering continuous service improvement
Proven ability of high performance under pressure with tight deadlines and challenging constraints

This role is based in Hong Kong.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific, and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time

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.

Accountabilities

Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization’s technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.
Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions.
Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Barclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments (accommodations) are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process. For more information and how to request one, please review Adjustments to the recruitment process.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 39 countries and employing around 100,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.

Who succeeds in
Tech at Barclays?

For a career with us, you need to be prepared to take big steps forward, curious to face the challenges ahead, and driven to focus on the outcomes. We need people with the Barclays mindset to make it happen here.

What you'll get in return

Competitive holiday allowance

Life assurance

Private medical care

Pension contribution

Our technology

Supporting our 48 million customers and clients worldwide takes a lot of forward thinking. It means harnessing technology to support the economy. It means making a difference to people’s lives. And it requires the maintenance and development of a global, technological infrastructure. At Barclays, technology helps us keep transactions moving, manages data, and protects our customers. Join a world where your work creates unique moments of impact. Make it happen here.

This is Barclays Hong Kong

China is a major growth opportunity, and Barclays’ Hong Kong branch has driven client growth in Greater China for five decades. Supported by the bank’s global cross-border Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB) platform and strong business collaboration, it remains a key growth platform.

Our Hong Kong office drives client growth in Greater China, leveraging its global banking platform and decades of local expertise.

Barclays’ Hong Kong office offers convenient commutes via nearby MTR stations, bus routes, trams, and Airport Express.

In the central district, employees enjoy nearby cultural spots like Hong Kong Park and art galleries, enhancing work-life balance.

Barclays Hong Kong offers diverse client base, exposing employees to varied industries and markets.

This is Barclays Hong Kong

Driving Growth

Our Hong Kong office drives client growth in Greater China, leveraging its global banking platform and decades of local expertise.

Great for commuters

Barclays’ Hong Kong office offers convenient commutes via nearby MTR stations, bus routes, trams, and Airport Express.

Prime location

In the central district, employees enjoy nearby cultural spots like Hong Kong Park and art galleries, enhancing work-life balance.

Diverse client base

Barclays Hong Kong offers diverse client base, exposing employees to varied industries and markets.

Working flexibly

We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. If you'd like to explore flexible working arrangements, please discuss this with the hiring manager. Your request will be reviewed in-line with the requirements of the role/business needs of the team.

Hybrid working

We have a structured approach to hybrid working, where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days, as set by the business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

Barclays is built on an international scale.

Our geographic reach, our wide variety of functions, businesses, roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base. All of which means we offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience. And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues, including some of the very best minds in banking, finance, technology and business. Throughout, we’ll encourage you to embrace mobility, exploring every part of our operations as you build your career.

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