Software Developer Graduate: 2026 (London Office)

Susquehanna Growth Equity; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading technology firm is seeking a Software Development Graduate in London. This role involves working with experienced technologists to build cutting-edge trading systems. The ideal candidate is a final year STEM student with strong software development skills in object-oriented languages. The firm boasts a collaborative and casual environment focused on continuous development.

Benefits

Industry-leading education and training

Hands-on experience with real technical challenges

Collaborative culture with continuous development

Qualifications

• Strong background in software development using object-oriented languages.
• Ability to solve problems using data and sound reasoning.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work with development teams on cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with analysts and support specialists.
• Design and deliver industry-leading technical solutions.

Skills

Software development skills in object-oriented languages

Understanding algorithms

Data structures knowledge

Object-oriented design patterns

Problem-solving ability

Strong communication skills

Curiosity and eagerness to learn

Ambition and goal setting

Education

Final year student in STEM bachelors or masters degree

Tools

C#

C++

Python

Job description

Overview

Susquehanna is one of the world’s largest market makers, with a unique approach to technology, trading, and research. While this background puts us at the top of our game, what really makes us successful is our cutting-edge technology, collaboration between our technologists and traders, and our decision making.

As a Software Development Graduate at Susquehanna, you will be working with senior technologists from the beginning of your programme who will act as your mentors throughout. Your role will allow you to get involved with the development teams building cutting-edge technologies.

You will be working with Software Developers who have a constant focus on evolving a stable, scalable, optimized environment with minimized risk. Our growing team of analysts, developers, infrastructure engineers and support specialists design, deliver and optimize industry leading technical solutions that can process large amounts of data, ensuring high performance and stability.

What we\'re looking for

• Technical: You have strong software development skills in any object-oriented language (we use C#, C++ & Python mostly). You also understand algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented design patterns.
• Problem Solver: When it comes to solving problems, you use clear and sound reasoning. You’re rational and like to use numbers and data to come up with sensible solutions.
• Curious: You’re eager to learn and develop new technologies. You’re inquisitive and creative, questioning the status quo.
• Communicator: You enjoy building relationships with those you work closely with. You enjoy sharing ideas, expressing your thoughts, and listening to the views of others.
• Ambitious: You constantly set yourself goals in life and give your all to achieve them. You’re not afraid to put in the effort to reach your full potential.

Education: You must be a final year student in a STEM related bachelors or masters degree. Prior experience in finance or trading is not necessary.

What’s in it for you

• Education: Our education and training is industry leading. Getting a “big picture” perspective of our technology is important. You will also join industry lectures to understand trading and delve deeper into the crucial role that technologists play in Susquehanna. We provide a variety of technical classes to get you up to speed on any technologies that will be needed for success in your role. These include C#, C++, Python.
• Real Impact: Through a combination of hands-on and classroom discussion, you will learn how we solve the real technical challenges of building and maintaining the best trading systems. You will learn about our use of leading-edge hardware and software technologies. With other developers and traders, you will collaborate on live challenges, improvements, and technical issues which are key to the ongoing success of the business.
• Culture: Our non-hierarchical culture allows employees of every level to thrive. We are not your typical trading firm – the environment is casual, collaborative and we focus on continuous development, no matter how long you’ve been in Susquehanna.

Interview Process:

Apply > Technical Screen > Recruiter Interview > Technical Interview > Final Interview > Offer

Note: We hire for this programme on a rolling basis, therefore interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early.

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