Data Intellect

Capital Markets

kdb+Engineer

$480–720k ~AI est. Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“kdb+ Engineer at Data Intellect. Skills: kdb+, Time-series data. Define new application requirements. Develop client applications”

Industry & Context.

Capital Markets
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Logical thinking

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

2+ years kdb+ development, Solid understanding of q language, Solid understanding of time-series data, Experience in Unix/Linux environments, Logical thinking skills, Problem-solving skills, Familiarity with SDLC, Comfortable working independently, Comfortable working collaboratively

Nice to Have

Experience with AI tooling, Experience with Claude, Experience with Co-Pilot, Knowledge of Python, Knowledge of AWS, Knowledge of GCP, Knowledge of Azure, Knowledge of other time-series databases, Exposure to project leadership, Exposure to people management, Contribution to internal tools, Contribution to documentation, Contribution to community initiatives

What You'll Do.

Define new application requirements

Develop client applications

Test client applications

Maintain client applications

Support project delivery

Analyse time-series data

Generate actionable reports

Mentor junior developers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborating with business users; Working with Project Managers; Working with Senior Engineers; Working as part of a team

Communication Scope

Client-facing communication

Process & Methodology

Project delivery

Full Job Description

Join the world’s largest kdb+ Consultancy where you’ll work with some of the biggest names in Capital Markets and continue to elevate your expertise solving complex challenges in an environment built on collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous learning. If you’re a kdb+ developer ready to deepen your skills, contribute to impactful projects and grow in a supportive, high-performance environment - this is your opportunity! What You’ll Be Doing * Collaborating with business users to define new application requirements. * Developing, testing and maintaining clean, performant code for client applications. * Supporting project delivery alongside Project Managers and Senior Engineers. * Working as part of a close-knit team to deliver solutions on time and on budget. * Analysing large-scale time-series data and generating actionable reports. * Mentoring junior developers and contributing to a culture of continuous learning. ## Qualifications What You Bring * 2+ years of hands-on kdb+ development experience. * Solid understanding of q language and time-series data structures. * Experience working in Unix/Linux environments. * Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills. * Familiarity with software development methodologies and the SDLC. * Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team. * Excellent client-facing communication skills. * Experience in Capital Markets or Investment Banking is advantageous Bonus Skills (Not Required): * Experience with AI tooling (Claude, Co-Pilot) * Knowledge of Python, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), or other time-series databases. * Exposure to project leadership or people management. Contribution to internal tools, documentation, community initiatives. ## Additional Information Why Join Data Intellect? * Hybrid & flexible working – balance your time between home and our global offices. * Global opportunities – work with clients in London, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, Toronto and beyond. * Continuous l

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