Graduate FPGA Engineer (2027 Start)

About the role

Graduate FPGA Engineer role in Amsterdam, starting in 2027. You will design high-speed hardware for trading infrastructure, research low-latency technologies, and collaborate with traders, software developers, and infrastructure engineers. The role includes Global Academy training, mentorship, and opportunities to work with advanced FPGA, networking, and server technologies.

Responsibilities

• Accelerate network infrastructure and trading-system components through high-speed FPGA hardware designs.
• Research low-latency techniques and platforms for potential integration with trading systems.
• Collaborate with traders, software developers, infrastructure engineers, and business operations.
• Select or develop hardware enabling FPGAs to interface with advanced server hardware.

Training and Onboarding

• Complete Optiver’s Global Academy training covering trading theory and the company’s technology stack.
• Work with a dedicated mentor while developing ownership of your responsibilities and technical decisions.
• Use AI tools to support verification, debugging, and technical research while retaining design ownership.

Requirements

• University degree in electrical or electronic engineering, computer engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Outstanding academic achievements and academic design experience with FPGAs or ASICs.
• Academic experience using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Graduated or graduating between August 2024 and August 2027, with no more than three years’ work experience.
• Collaborative, self-critical attitude with willingness to learn from mistakes.
• Interest in understanding how engineering systems support trading activities.

Application Process

• Apply through the online application form for the Graduate FPGA Engineer position.
• Submit a CV in English; applications submitted by email are not accepted.
• Successful applicants complete online assessments within seven days of being asked.
• Applicants who completed an Optiver technology graduate or internship assessment or interview within eight months cannot reapply yet.

Compensation and Benefits

• Performance-based bonus structure linked to Optiver’s global profit pool.
• Receive 25 paid vacation days initially, increasing to 30 from the second year.
• Benefits include training opportunities, health-benefit discounts, and fully paid first-class commuting expenses.
• Relocation packages and visa sponsorship may be available for expatriate employees.
• International transfer opportunities and office-provided meals, coffee, and leisure activities are available.