Japan

Information Technology (IT)

Group Functions

Your role

Are you passionate about leading large-scale, high-impact technology programs while remaining hands-on where it matters most? Do you thrive in complex, high-pressure environments where delivery quality, resilience, and time-to-market are critical?

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager (Director level) with a hands-on approach to lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio (book of work) across Trading Infrastructure and ultra-low-latency Networking within Quant Solutions technology.

Key Responsibilities
• Own and manage a book of work comprising multiple concurrent infrastructure and connectivity initiatives
• Translate business and IT strategy into prioritised delivery roadmaps and execution plans
• Lead delivery of ultra-low-latency trading infrastructure across clients, trading systems, and exchange venues
• Act as primary delivery interface with stock exchanges, clients, vendors, and third parties
• Work with aligned network and infrastructure teams to help make key decisions on the design of the network architecture
• Coordinate delivery of servers, network hardware, and supporting infrastructure components
• Manage cross-program dependencies, delivery risk, governance, and executive reporting
• Provide senior-level escalation management and operational readiness oversight
• Oversee 3rd-level support transition into Production Services

Job Reference #

340618BR

City

Tokyo

Job Type

Full Time

Your team

You will be part of the APAC Quant Solutions Technology team within UBS Global Markets Electronic Trading, delivering ultra-low-latency, high-performance trading solutions across APAC venues.

Your expertise

• 7+ years’ experience delivering complex infrastructure initiatives
• Demonstrated program management or portfolio / book-of-work ownership
• Proven leadership of infrastructure programs including Co-Location buildouts
• Experience with stock exchange infrastructure and network technologies
• Strong senior stakeholder communication and influence
• Strong networking and Linux knowledge

Preferred
• Trading and market data infrastructure experience
• Knowledge of Equities trading lifecycle
• Strong awareness of security and operational risk in large-scale environments

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

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Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Contact Details

UBS Business Solutions SA
UBS Recruiting

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.