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OptiverPosted 1 week ago

Graduate Software Engineer

On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom

Part TimeEntry LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeLarge

Job Summary

Develop simple, well-architected solutions that enable split-second market decisions by working closely with traders, researchers, and risk analysts. Participate in the Global Academy training covering trading theory and the tech stack while gaining in-depth knowledge of engineering for capital markets. Pair with a dedicated mentor to take ownership of your work and optimize code in an interdisciplinary environment.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent, with outstanding academic achievements
  • Graduating between August 2024 and August 2027, with a maximum of 3 years of work experience
  • Proficient in industry-standard coding languages such as C++, Python, or Java, with a strong understanding of underlying computer architecture and system operations
  • A solid grasp of algorithms, memory and concurrency models, CPU-architecture, operating systems and relational databases
  • An analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills
  • Able to work closely with other engineers, traders, and business operations
  • Passionate about clean code, simple, well-architected systems, and continuous improvement
  • Have an entrepreneurial attitude and an interest in the financial industry
  • You will be paired with a dedicated mentor who will empower you to take ownership of your work and make a difference

Desired Qualifications

  • Have an entrepreneurial attitude and an interest in the financial industry

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