Principal Lead, eTrading Products

Department Unit: IB & Markets Technology

Tasks

• Strategic Leadership:
• Define and execute the global eTrading strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Drive innovation in electronic trading platforms, ensuring best-in-class execution and client experience.

• Platform Development & Oversight

• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance, low-latency trading systems.
• Ensure platform resilience, scalability, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Partner with trading desks, sales, technology and vendor teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders on eTrading initiatives.
• Operational Excellence:
• Monitor and optimize electronic trading flows across multi-dealer platforms, APIs, and single-dealer platforms.
• Implement robust risk controls and ensure adherence to governance frameworks.
• Team Leadership:
• Lead and mentor a team of developers, product managers, and support specialists.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Job Knowledge & Experience

• 10+ years in electronic trading, with deep knowledge of Global Markets (FX is a must).
• Proven track record in leading and implementing large-scale eTrading platform initiatives.
• Strong understanding of connectivity protocols, API and low-latency trading systems.
• Familiarity with algorithmic trading strategies and pricing engines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills accompanied with excellent communication

Qualifications And Skills

• The candidate should possess either a postgraduate degree or qualification in Information Systems / Engineering / Business Administration.
• The candidate should carry a minimum relevant work experience in a Bank or I.T. Company.
• Strong record of stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of the financial markets, trading and banking solutions
• Candidate must be technically astute and have had relevant exposure and experience with bank systems and processes
• Strong numerical skills coupled with the ability to deliver well under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Candidate must display strong verbal and written communication skills.