Zarick Lau
About Zarick Lau
Zarick Lau serves as the Technical Lead for the Software Engineering Team at UBS, where he has worked for 14 years. He has over 11 years of experience in cross-border investment banking, specializing in distributed system design and cloud technologies.
Work at UBS
Zarick Lau has been employed at UBS since 2010, where he serves as the Technical Lead for the Software Engineering Team. In this role, he oversees software development initiatives and leads projects that enhance the bank's technological capabilities. His responsibilities include supporting settlement and clearing platforms across 13 APAC markets. Lau has played a significant role in cloud adoption initiatives, particularly in the Australia CHESS replacement project, which focuses on improving operational efficiency through advanced technology.
Previous Experience at CASCADE Limited and Unisys
Before joining UBS, Zarick Lau worked at CASCADE Limited as an Assistant Engineer from 2006 to 2008. He gained foundational experience in engineering during this two-year tenure. Following this, he served as an Analyst Programmer at Unisys from 2008 to 2010, where he further developed his programming and analytical skills. These roles contributed to his extensive background in software engineering and prepared him for his current position at UBS.
Education and Expertise
Zarick Lau holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree from The University of Hong Kong. He also studied at City University of Hong Kong, where he developed a strong foundation in software engineering principles. Lau specializes in distributed system design and architecture, with a focus on performance improvement in the Java/Linux stack. His expertise extends to IT risk management, reliability, and performance optimization, making him a valuable asset in the field of investment banking technology.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Zarick Lau possesses extensive experience in cloud-related technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure. He emphasizes container-based design in his work, which enhances the efficiency and scalability of software applications. Lau has been actively involved in various phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and has solid Agile experience since 2010. His technical skills enable him to lead teams effectively and drive innovation within the software engineering domain.
Leadership and Talent Development
In addition to his technical responsibilities, Zarick Lau has been actively involved in talent hiring and coaching of software engineers. He focuses on developing the skills of his team members and fostering a collaborative work environment. His leadership in this area contributes to building a strong software engineering team capable of meeting the challenges of modern investment banking technology.