Software Engineer

ABOUT AsiaNext

AsiaNext is an institution-only, global exchange for digital assets. A first-of-its-kind, combining the innovation of crypto with the robust security of traditional finance, we offer a comprehensive platform for trading and tokenising a diverse range of securities and non-bankable assets. Our services include listing, trading, clearing, settlement, and custody.

A joint venture between SBI Digital Asset Holdings Co., Ltd. (SBI DAH) and SIX Group AG (SIX), AsiaNext is built to meet the growing demand from institutional investors for a safe venue to trade digital assets. Where applicable, our business activities will be subject to the strict regulatory oversight of the Monetary Authority of Singapore, and we adhere to the highest standards of corporate governance and internal controls across all activities.

Leveraging the extensive networks of SBI DAH and SDX between Asia and Europe, as well as their joint expertise, we have built AsiaNext since 2020. Our vision is to become a trusted, market-leading exchange whose members can safely trade a wide variety of digital assets, permitting greater institutional access and driving the new era of digital finance worldwide.

Why Join Us

With SIX, the Swiss stock exchange, and Japan's finance conglomerate SBI DAH as joint shareholders, AsiaNext has significant financial backing. The team at AsiaNext are seasoned professionals from the finance industry and are passionate about digital assets, innovation and excellence. We listen to one another we learn together and we collaborate with a diverse ecosystem.

Join AsiaNext and be part of a dynamic, fast-growing team with opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of finance.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head of Application, you will engage in the software development lifecycle that shapes the Digital Exchange. You will be involved in the SDLC and support of the IT solutions of the Digital Exchange. You will manage multiple vendors and drive testing methodologies to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across complex system integrations.

You shall be passionate about Blockchain, Securities Trading and Digital Assets, and able to translate business needs to applications that support a Digital Exchange ecosystem.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, code and implement the IT solutions of the Digital Exchange. This includes APIs and smart contracts for connectivity with financial institutions and blockchains respectively.
• Manage vendor relationships and deliverables, ensuring vendors deliver high-quality services in line with SLAs and KPIs by constant monitoring of performance through regular review.
• Keep proper documentation of functional specifications, project plans, system architecture and database design.
• Prepare and run User Acceptance, Non-functional and Industrial Wide tests.
• Drive conformance to Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices, company policies and regulatory requirements, ensuring high quality and test coverage
• Perform project management tasks such as tracking of progress, issues, risks, milestones, deliverables changes and dependencies are within schedule and allocated costs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree or above in computer related major or equivalent.

Experience

• At least 5 years of software development experience
• Proven track record in vendor management, IT service management (ITSM), and structured testing methodology
• Experience in securities exchange, derivatives trading, cryptocurrencies and blockchain would be an added advantage.

Skills

• Working knowledge on ITIL and MAS TRM
• Development background in technologies such as Go, Python, Node.js, Java, React or Angular on AWS cloud is required.
• Knowledge in financial exchange system/framework, especially matching engine and market supervision is a plus.
• Strong analysis and communication skill.
• Result-oriented, diligent and excellent team spirit.