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 Operations Engineer Internship program commencing in July 2023. In an environment where performance is measured in nanoseconds, we need our systems to perform at their peak, all day, and every day. As an IT Operations intern, you will be joining our IT application engineer team or the IT Infrastructure team, which incorporates elements of both development and systems admin.

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 application engineer or infrastructure engineer!

WHO YOU ARE:

• Students who are graduating in or after 2024
• Studying a Computer Science, Computer/Software/Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering or similarly technical degree
• Knowledge and experience in Linux OS and Network
• Knowledge and experience in Python, Shell or other scripting languages
• Loves the satisfaction of fixing issues and identifying areas for improvement
• Passionate about automation and finds ways to automate solutions to common themes rather than just specific problems
• Interests in new technologies and ability to utilize them to their fullest potential in an ever-changing environment.
• Enjoys working with a variety of technical and non-technical colleagues
• Able to work in English

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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