Software Developer Intern: Build Trading Tech in London

P2P; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

DRW is seeking a Software Developer Intern in London to build advanced trading and risk applications using cutting-edge tech. The ten-week program includes deployment of work during the internship, with evenings reserved for social events to experience life in London.

You will design, develop, test, and deploy solutions, collaborate with traders and researchers, and gain mentorship while tackling data-driven challenges and real-time programming tasks.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, mathematics, or related science with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028.
• Exposure to network programming (TCP/IP), multi-threaded apps, algorithms, real-time programming, or GUI programming.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
• Willingness to learn, apply knowledge, and gauge impact of code.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, Java, C#, or C and openness to new tech.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software solutions across the firm, including decoders, normalisers, and trade-communication apps.
• Identify innovative solutions and advocate for implementation with clear communication.
• Conduct data-driven research and apply statistical analysis to large datasets.
• Collaborate with software developers, quantitative traders, researchers, and business analysts in cross-functional teams.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

C#

C

Education

BS/MS/PhD in CS/EE/Math

Job description

DRW is seeking a Software Developer Intern in London to build advanced trading and risk applications using cutting-edge tech. The ten-week program includes deployment of work during the internship, with evenings reserved for social events to experience life in London.

You will design, develop, test, and deploy solutions, collaborate with traders and researchers, and gain mentorship while tackling data-driven challenges and real-time programming tasks.