Graduate FPGA Engineer: Low-Latency Hardware for Trading

IMC Trading; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC Trading is seeking a Graduate Hardware Engineer to begin your career through a five-week Global Trainee Programme, followed by ongoing development in your local Amsterdam office. You’ll work on FPGA trading systems, learn RTL/FPGA processes, and collaborate with engineers and traders on high-impact projects.

You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge hardware, pair programming, and exposure to IMC’s trading strategies, with a pathway to contribute to low-latency systems across

Qualifications

• Recently graduated (or graduating by 2027) with a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with a hardware descriptive language such as VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (C++ or Python preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a passion for tackling complex technical challenges.
• Collaborative mindset; you thrive in environments that value creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
• A genuine interest in how technology shapes financial markets (no prior finance experience required).
• Available to start full-time in February or August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and validate improvements to IMC’s FPGA trading systems
• Work hands-on with cutting-edge hardware and development tools to optimise system performance
• Participate in pair programming sessions, peer code reviews, and design discussions to ensure high-quality solutions
• Collaborate with traders and software engineers to deliver robust, low-latency systems
• Continue to grow through workshops, training sessions, and networking events with engineers across all IMC regions

Skills

VHDL

Verilog

SystemVerilog

C++

Python

Team collaboration

Education

CS/EE degree

Job description

IMC Trading is seeking a Graduate Hardware Engineer to begin your career through a five-week Global Trainee Programme, followed by ongoing development in your local Amsterdam office. You’ll work on FPGA trading systems, learn RTL/FPGA processes, and collaborate with engineers and traders on high-impact projects.

You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge hardware, pair programming, and exposure to IMC’s trading strategies, with a pathway to contribute to low-latency systems across