WHO WE ARE

Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker. For over 35 years, Optiver has been improving financial markets around the world, making them more transparent and efficient for all participants. With more than 1,600 employees in offices around the world, we’re united in our commitment to improve the market through competitive pricing, execution and thorough risk management. By providing liquidity on multiple exchanges across the world, we actively trade on 70+ exchanges, where we’re trusted to always provide accurate buy and sell pricing – no matter the market conditions. 

Since its establishment in 2012, our Shanghai office is a rapidly growing participant in the Chinese markets, trading exchange-listed futures, options and equities in China mainland. Our vision is to become the trusted partner in the development of Chinese financial markets. With the culture of a start-up but the backing of a 35+ year-old trading firm, the Optiver Shanghai office is truly unique. Everyone who joins us will help shape the future of our company and its global impact. Get ready: we are only just beginning. 

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON:

We now have an IT Develop Internship program commencing in July 2023 for students who are passionate about software and curious about how technology is used in a financial trading company. As a development team intern, you will have the opportunity to manage a project from end to end, learn to work on complex code base and to make contribution to production systems. You’ll be solving real trading and IT problems both technically and functionally to improve our trading success.

During the internship program, you will be assigned with an experienced mentor who will show you the ins-and-outs of our trading systems and provide you with guidance and feedback. Additionally, internal resources will be available for your continuous learning and development. If you’ve excelled over the summer and shown us your potential, you could receive an offer to join us as a graduate developer!

WHO YOU ARE:

• Students who are graduating in or after 2024
• Studying a Computer Science, Computer/Software/Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering or similarly technical degree
• Knowledgeable about object orientated design and development concepts (experience with C++, C#, Python or Java is required for our technical assessment)
• Natural problem solvers who love nothing more than tackling a complex technical challenge
• Team players who love working with like-minded peers and are always looking to learn and improve
• Interested in the trading/quantitative finance industry (previous knowledge is not required)

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

• The chance to work alongside best-in-class professionals
• Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities
• Competitive internship salary, free accommodation, office breakfast, lunch, snacks etc.
• Sponsored gym membership, sports and leisure activities, plus weekly in-house chair massages
• Regular social events, clubs and Friday afternoon drinks
• Most importantly, the possibility to receive a full-time offer upon completion of internship

As an intentionally flat organisation, we believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We are passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is hardwired through every stage of our hiring process. We encourage applications from candidates from any and all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.

HOW TO APPLY

If you’re interested in taking your career to the next level and work on one of the most exciting trading floors in China mainland, apply now via the form below. Applications are open until 10 March 2023.

While we love how bilingual our teams are, be sure to submit the below application materials in English:

• Resume
• Cover letter (optional)

For any other inquiries, please email [email protected].

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