Graduate Software Engineer

About the Role

Join Optiver as a Graduate Software Engineer starting in 2027 to build, optimize, and deploy real-world applications that power global financial trading strategies. You will collaborate daily with best-in-class engineers, traders, and business leaders to solve complex technical challenges using modern technology stacks including AI-enabled tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Deep dive into trading fundamentals: from theoretical concepts to market dynamics, algorithmic strategies, and financial engineering.
  Develop clean, well-architected codebases that scale with business needs.
  Tackle high-complexity problems requiring strong analytical thinking and rapid iteration.
  Accelerate professional growth in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications

- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate (Bachelor's), graduate (Master's), or doctoral student (PhD) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or related quantitative fields.
- Expected to complete degree requirements between December 2026 and June 2027.
- Proficient programming skills in one or more of the following languages: C++, Python, Java, Scala, Rust,
(or other low/high-level languages relevant to financial engineering).
- Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, systems design, and software development best practices.
- Demonstrated passion for writing production-quality code and continuous technical improvement.

Preferred Attributes

• Energetic problem-solver with a curious mindset about how technology enables financial markets.
  Natural collaborator comfortable bridging gaps between engineering, trading strategy, and business objectives.
  Entrepreneurial spirit driven by ownership mentality and desire to make measurable impact from day one.