Data Scientist/Software Developer – Risk Management

Reference 24000QYK

Responsibilities

The position is within Market Risk Department of Risk Management Asia with main roles:
• To develop and manage software solution for Market Risk Department
• To lead data projects collaborating with IT department for risk analysis and profit and loss analysis activities
• To provide IT and Data expert advice to Market Risk Managers

Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day requests and query from risk analysts, whilst acting as the principal contact for the team
• Manage portfolio of End-User Computing tools or tactical tools used in the department
• Require hands-on software development on tactical IT solution
• Maintain and support the software and tool used in Market Risk
• Constant direct communication with risk analysts for IT topics
• Ensure good IT design and Architecture practices are utilized for all IT tools within Market Risk
• Build relationship and work closely with IT department for project execution and adaptation
• Promote the use of new technology like Data science to improve efficiency or increase quality in the department
• Actively assist in the development and promotion of SG tools that will be utilized by the team.
• Managing offshore Tactical Development and Support team for Hong Kong production environment

Required

Profile required
• Bachelors in Computer Engineering or Computer science. Masters degree of relevant subject for example Data Science, FinTech or similar is a plus
• Very good programming skill, design and concept
• Experience in IT development team
• Strong knowledge in Object Oriented Programming theory and practice (either C++, Java, C#)
• Knowledge in python, git, github
• Demonstrate the capacity to work in a team environment, on collective success
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Display responsibility and act ethically
• Display commitment, demonstrating consideration for others
• Knowledge in node.js and web application development is a plus
• Fluent English is mandatory
• Pro-active, swift, analytical, rigorous, able to multi-task and work under pressure

Bonus Skills and knowledges:
• Knowledge of VBA, web application development (e.g. reacts) and Dashboarding technology (e.g. Power BI)
• Financial knowledge (derivative products)
• Data Science or machine learning

Behavioral Skills:
• Team Spirit - Synergies: I make cooperation with colleagues in and outside my team a priority
• Innovation - Simplification: I make things & ideas simple
• Innovation - Change management: I support change
• Team Spirit - Collective mindset: I Favour the team’s interest over my own results

Business insight

Our Culture:

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. Please visit our APAC career website: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/building-your-career-with/ for more information.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I):

Our mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

Our vision:
• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients

Check out our DE&I initiatives: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion-dei/

Department Description:

Within the Market Risk department in Asia, the Data, Design and Digital Office (DDO) is responsible for the technical aspect for the department. It manages portfolio of End-User computing tools, develop tactical solution for all risk processes and analytics. DDO also promote the use of new technologies like Machine Learn, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. The mission of the office is to transform the busines process to support the development of the business and to meet the regulatory challenges of tomorrow.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.