Intern Software Developer - London - 2027

Aplaro Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Squarepoint offers a Software Developer Internship in London, available year-round. Indicate your preferred start month in the application. The minimum internship length is 12 weeks, with opportunities across Data Engineering, Risk, Market Data, Quant Development, Frontend, and more.

You will work with mentors on impactful projects and gain exposure to algorithmic trading tech. The fast-paced program introduces you to all technical facets of software development, with independent projects in

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent.
• Penultimate year of study required.
• Knowledge of Python, C++, Java, Rust, and/or C.
• Knowledge of Unix systems and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced engineers to develop and deliver software solutions.
• Collaborate with mentors on a project that has a visible business impact.
• Engage with multiple teams across data engineering, risk, market data and development.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Rust

C

Unix systems

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent

Job description

This internship is based in London and is available throughout the year. Please indicate your preferred start month in the application questions. The minimum length of the Internship must be 12 weeks. Squarepoint sits at the intersection of finance, mathematics, and technology. From petabyte-scale data platforms to ultra-low-latency trading systems, we build the infrastructure that powers systematic investing across every major asset class and market worldwide. We are looking for highly motivated students with a deep passion for technology and software development to join our Software Developer Internship program. As a participant in the internship program, you will work closely with experienced engineers to develop and deliver custom software solutions that solve complex problems. During your time with us, you will work in collaboration with your mentors on a project that has a visible impact on the business. We have internship opportunities across various teams including; Data Engineering, Risk, Market Data, Quant Development, Frontend and many more...

Position Overview

A fast-paced training program to give you an introduction to all technical facets of software development in the algorithmic trading industry The software you build and the projects you work on will be leveraged to support active and ongoing trading with the markets Independent programming projects in Python or C++ Intern social events to let you network with other Squarepoint employees and explore the city where you’re spending your internship

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent
• Candidates must be in penultimate year of study
• Knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C++, Java, Rust, C
• Knowledge of Unix systems
• A deep passion for technology
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and strong communication skills