Network Engineer

We are seeking an experienced full-time Network Engineer based in Hong Kong to join our Electronic Trading Network Engineering team.

In this role, you will primarily be responsible for designing high-performance, low-latency network solutions for projects within the APAC region, whilst also supporting initiatives in other regions i.e. AMER & EMEA.

As a member of our global network engineering team, you will contribute to both strategic and project design work, helping shape and advance Morgan Stanley's cutting-edge global trading network.

The role demands adaptability and a readiness to engage with emerging technologies in the low-latency networking sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design high-performance, low-latency network solutions
• Support global network projects from initial requirements gathering to final hand-over to deployment teams
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal engineering teams to advance Morgan Stanley's low-latency trading network
• Provide high-quality technical documentation
• Work effectively with colleagues across various technology departments and project teams to deliver business-aligned solutions
• Proactively update stakeholders and department management with project developments, escalating issues as necessary
• Operate autonomously with minimal supervision

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience working in a similar role within financial services
• CCNP level minimum, CCIE/CCDE level preferred
• Proven track-record of delivering business-aligned low-latency network designs
• Ability to act as a technical lead in a global organisation

Technical Skills:

• Expert knowledge of IP networking and TCP/IP
• In-depth knowledge of WAN, LAN, and data centre architectures
• Competent in all aspects of Routing & Switching including expert level knowledge of protocols such as spanning-tree, BGP and OSPF
• Familiarity with multicast protocols such as IGMP and PIM
• Experience with bi-directional NAT
• Knowledge of Tap Aggregation, time-stamping and lossless network monitoring
• Experience with Arista & Cisco low-latency switches
• Demonstratable experience working with exchange co-locations in the APAC region

Non-Technical Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Passion for delivering high-quality solutions with a high level of customer satisfaction
• The ability to explain complex technical solutions to a non-technical audience
• Effective collaborator who excels in a team environment and values knowledge sharing