Quantitative Research Intern - HFT & ML Systems

Tower Research Capital; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Free meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks)

Mentors from your alma mater and top-t

Networking events

Job summary

Tower Research Capital is seeking a Quantitative Researcher Intern in Sydney. The role targets Bachelor's or Master's students to work on high‑frequency trading algorithms, data analysis, and tool development, under mentors from a leading quantitative trading firm with a global platform.

You will explore market data, build analytical tools, and contribute to simulators while engaging with top engineers and researchers in a results‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s student in computer science, mathematics, physics, or related fields.
• Proficient in object‑oriented programming (C++ and Python preferred).
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix; strong problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize quantitative research algorithms.
• Analyze market data and microstructure to explore trading ideas.
• Develop tools to analyze data patterns and support trading decisions.
• Calibrate simulators and libraries for analytics.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Problem solving

Communication

Financial markets

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s student

Job description

Tower Research Capital is seeking a Quantitative Researcher Intern in Sydney. The role targets Bachelor's or Master's students to work on high‑frequency trading algorithms, data analysis, and tool development, under mentors from a leading quantitative trading firm with a global platform.

You will explore market data, build analytical tools, and contribute to simulators while engaging with top engineers and researchers in a results‑oriented environment.