Software Engineer Internship (2027 Start)

About the role

Ten-week Amsterdam internship developing and optimizing software, systems, tools, and infrastructure for Optiver’s real-time trading environment. Work alongside engineers, traders, and researchers on complex production projects, build trading knowledge, receive mentoring, and potentially secure a full-time role in London or Amsterdam after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and ship code to production with senior engineers and traders.
• Improve systems, tools, and infrastructure supporting Optiver’s trading decisions.
• Solve complex real-world engineering problems shaped by live market conditions and reliability requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, traders, and researchers to understand requirements and respond to feedback.
• Develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills through practical software engineering projects.

Program and benefits

• Receive mentoring from Optiver engineers throughout the ten-week internship.
• Build foundations in trading fundamentals, financial markets, strategies, and supporting technology.
• Receive competitive internship compensation, covered flights, and city-centre accommodation.
• Access office meals, barista coffee, massages, social events, sports activities, and a bicycle.
• Potentially receive a full-time offer after studies for the London or Amsterdam office.

Requirements

• Be a penultimate-year Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent student.
• Be able to work full time upon graduation in 2028.
• Demonstrate proficiency in C++, Python, Java, or other industry-standard coding languages.
• Understand underlying computer architecture and system operations.
• Show passion for clean code, well-architected systems, and continuous improvement.
• Bring an analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, entrepreneurial attitude, and financial-industry interest.

Application process

• Apply directly with a CV in English; applications by email are not accepted.
• Selected applicants must complete online assessments within seven days of receiving them.
• Applicants based in India enter through the placement-office internship hiring season in July or August.
• Candidates cannot reapply for eight months after an Optiver technology assessment or interview.