Low-Latency Trading Platform Intern (C++/Python)

DV Trading LLC; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

DV Trading LLC in Hong Kong is offering a 2027 Summer Internship with our equities desk. You will gain hands-on experience developing components of our cutting-edge, low-latency trading platform, alongside experienced developers and traders.

Based on your primary language, you'll work on either low-latency C++ or data/backtesting tooling in Python, and you'll contribute to real projects while learning how technology drives competitive advantage in global financial markets.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in CS, Engineering, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date: 2027 or 2028.
• Strong proficiency in C++ or Python (with exposure to the other).
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and basic networking concepts.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn quickly.
• Genuine interest in algorithmic trading and financial technology.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Prior internship or project experience in low-latency systems, trading, or large-scale data processing is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Based on your primary language, you will focus on either low-latency system components (C++) or data/backtesting tooling (Python), with opportunities to learn both over time
• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of low-latency trading system components using C++
• Build tools and scripts in Python for data analysis, backtesting, and strategy research
• Work alongside senior traders, quantitative researchers, and software developers to understand the full trading technology stack
• Optimize and refactor existing code for performance and reliability
• Participate in code reviews and team discussions, contributing fresh ideas and learning industry best practices
• Further responsibilities may be driven by the individual's interests and specific skills

Skills

C++/Python

DS & Algorithms

Linux/Unix

Teamwork

Fast learner

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Job description

DV Trading LLC in Hong Kong is offering a 2027 Summer Internship with our equities desk. You will gain hands-on experience developing components of our cutting-edge, low-latency trading platform, alongside experienced developers and traders.

Based on your primary language, you'll work on either low-latency C++ or data/backtesting tooling in Python, and you'll contribute to real projects while learning how technology drives competitive advantage in global financial markets.