- Full Time
- Chicago, Cook County
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Optiver
Join Optiver as a Graduate Software Engineer and launch your career at a global trading firm where your code powers real-time market innovation. Based in Chicago, Cook County, you'll contribute to systems that enable split-second trading decisions across markets worldwide.
Position Summary
Optiver is seeking talented software engineering graduates to join our Chicago office for a full-time role starting in 2027. As a Graduate Software Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced developers and trading professionals in a fast-paced environment where performance, precision, and innovation are non-negotiable. Your contributions will directly impact the speed and reliability of trading systems that operate at scale.
What You'll Do
- Design and develop software components for high-performance trading platforms
- Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable, resilient systems
- Write clean, efficient code that meets rigorous performance standards
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices
- Debug and optimize applications to support lightning-fast market reactions
- Learn cutting-edge technologies while working on interdisciplinary projects
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field (graduating in 2026 or early 2027)
- Strong fundamentals in computer science and software development
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, with willingness to learn others
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to think algorithmically
- Excellent communication skills and collaborative spirit
- Passion for building robust, maintainable systems
Working at Optiver
Optiver is a global trading firm built on innovation and exceptional talent. We operate in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment where engineers work closely with traders, quantitative researchers, and operations specialists to solve complex technical challenges. Our Chicago office is where cutting-edge technology meets real-world market impact.
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