GFT Technologies

Data Engineer (KDB, Q language)

Posted: Nov 2, 2025

Job Description

Role Summary We are seeking a skilled KDB Developer to support our data infrastructure, where kdb+ database system is a cornerstone of our data infrastructure, enabling us to process and analyze vast amounts of market data with extremely low latency. Specific skills required:kdb+ Expertise: Provide deep expertise in kdb+ development, support, and administration. Experienced resources in Singapore and NY.Deep understanding of KDB features such as Understanding Q language syntax, data structures, datatypesProficiency in array-oriented programmingKnowledge on q-SQL and KDB specific joins. (asof/window)Understanding of kdb+ database concepts including knowledge of how data is stored, managed, and queried within the kdb+ database.Understanding of performance optimization techniques in KDBProficiency in interprocess communication.Standard kdb architecture, tickerplant, rdb, hdb, gateway, chained processe. Experience in managing large KDB+ system with petabyte scale of data and more than 500 users.Real-Time Data Feeds: Experience with integrating kdb+ with real-time messaging systems (Solace/ION/Kafka). Real-Time Data: Deep understanding of real-time market data feeds and data processing techniques.Financial Markets: Strong knowledge of financial markets, including Fixed Income, FX, and Equities.DevOps: Implement DevOps practices to automate the build, test, and deployment of kdb+ solutions.Monitoring Tools: Experience with using monitoring tools to track the performance and health of kdb+ systems like ITRS (Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not received a response from GFT regarding your application within 10 workdays, please consider that we have decided to proceed with other candidates. We truly appreciate your interest in GFT and thank you for your understanding.)

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