Data Engineer

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
  
  

Benefits

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.