Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks a Data Engineer to join our Data Services Team in Singapore.
As a Data Engineer, you will be part of our global Data Services Team, mainly responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining data processes and data infrastructures for quantitative research and trading.
Responsibilities
- Collaborating with portfolio managers, researchers and traders to understand their data requirements and to find data solutions
- Onboarding and managing vendor datasets used extensively in Tower trading and research platforms
- Designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure necessary to support the firm's data management processes, including storage, compute, and networking resources
- Building and maintaining ETL pipelines
- Contributing to the design and development of Tower data platform
- Designing and implementing data quality checks
- Monitoring data processes and data health, participating in on-call rotation, proactively solving data related problems
- Supporting internal data users (Traders, Researchers)
Qualifications
- Master's in Computer Science, Quantitative Finance or Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- At least 2+ years of experience in Python
- Familiarity with ETL processes, data modeling, and database design principles
- Familiarity with database systems such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
- Experience with CI/CD processes and DevOps
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work autonomy as part of a global team
Good to Have
- Proficient in AI/ML techniques for detecting patterns and anomalies
- Knowledge of referential data and corporate actions
- Experience in building scalable data systems
- Experience in the financial/trading sector
Tower’s headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC’s Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world.
At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive – without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win.
Our benefits include:
- Generous paid time off policies
- Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Free breakfast, lunch and snacks daily
- In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
- Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
- Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
- Social events, happy hours, treats and celebrations throughout the year
- Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together.
Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.
