GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.
Technology Group
We experiment, design, and lead a 24×7 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management, trading, investment operations, and risk management. We deliver secure, reliable, and integrated solutions, and provide insights on new, and emerging technologies.
Business Partner & Solutions
You will help to explore new, and existing technology to support our strategic, and operational business needs across our Public Markets, Private Markets, Total Portfolio Risk, Corporate Services, and Enterprise Solutions.
What impact can you make in this role?
You will be empowered to be at the top of your game by providing strategic partnership, and innovative technology solutions that supports GIC’s vision of being a tech-driven, global, long-term investment firm.
What will you do as a Software Developer (Front Office)?
- Collaborate with Front Office: Be co-located with the Front Office department to build strong relationships and foster collaboration
- Develop and Support Technology Solutions: Develop, enhance, and support GIC’s comprehensive Front Office Technology and Data solutions across Public and Private Markets in one of the following functions:Portfolio Analytics and Portfolio Management
Deal and Order Management
Trading, Trading Automation, and Analytics
Securities Financing and Treasury
Quant Engineering and Data Management
- Business Process Improvement: Identify challenges and opportunities in business processes. Work closely with product managers to plan, design, develop, and implement business capabilities using Agile methodologies
- Technology Best Practices: Implement technology best practices and coding standards across the team to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Technical Expertise: Actively stay up-to-date with new technologies and be able to provide technical expertise and sound advice to business stakeholders
What makes you a successful candidate?
- Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related discipline
- At least 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in software development, with at least 2 years of experience working in or leading high performing software development teams
- At least 2 years of experience in Unix-based environments
- At least 2 years of experience in developing in kdb+ or equivalent, preferably with experience in building Feedhandlers
- In-depth understanding and hands-on technical skills at least one of the following:
C#, Java and/or Python
Database technologies such as Microsoft SQL, Oracle and PostgreSQL
Modern API platform design (REST, gRPC, etc.)
Container orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes
- Proficient in building distributed systems and cloud native applications
- Experience with AWS architecture is preferred
- Experience with Agile and TDD methodologies is advantageous
- Knowledge in Execution Services, Transaction Cost Analysis, and Market Data in at least 1 of the following products: Equity / Futures and Options / FX / Bonds / Derivatives
- Hands on experience in developing technology solutions, and software testing and production support
- Experience in FIX messaging is a plus.
Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.
Flexibility at GIC
At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.
We are an equal opportunity employer
GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email [email protected] at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.
Learn more about our Technology Group here:
https://gic.careers/group/technology-group/
To be considered for the role, please submit a formal application through the GIC Careers site at: https://careers.gic.com.sg/job-invite/16078/
