Graduate Software Engineer

Gewis; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Global team across 40+ countries

25 paid vacation days

Fully paid commuting expenses

Training opportunities

Health insurance discounts

Office perks: meals, coffee, massages

Relocation packages & visa sponsorship

Job summary

Optiver is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to join our global academy and contribute to mission-critical systems in the fast-paced capital markets. You will work with traders, researchers and engineers to design simple, well-architected solutions, learning the trading stack and gaining hands-on experience from a dedicated mentor.

You will be part of a culture of collaboration and excellence, enjoying a structured training program, cross-border teamwork, and the opportunity to grow within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Graduating by 2026, or up to 3 years of work experience.
• Proficient in clean code and well-architected systems.
• Strong knowledge of algorithms, memory and concurrency models.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with traders, researchers and engineers to build simple, robust solutions for capital markets.
• Develop and optimise code for fast, reliable decision-making.
• Engage in interdisciplinary work to keep Optiver competitive in evolving markets.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Algorithms

Concurrency

Education

BSc/MSc/PhD in CS or related

Job description

As a Graduate Software Engineer, your work is mission-critical at our firm. You will work on solutions that enable us to react to markets at lightning-fast speeds. Your work will be the magic behind the scenes, enabling our teams to make split-second decisions with precision and confidence. By working in an interdisciplinary manner and innovating and optimising code, you will keep our firm competitive in the ever-evolving capital markets.

What you’ll do

You will participate in Optiver’s comprehensive Global Academy and be equipped with the knowledge needed to make an impact the moment you join your team. The comprehensive training covers trading theory and Optiver’s tech stack to hone your skills for your role. In addition, you will be paired with a dedicated mentor who will empower you to take ownership of your work and make a difference.

Your responsibilities

As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will work closely with best-in-class traders, researchers, risk analysts and other engineers to develop simple, well-architected solutions that meet the needs of our business. No one day is ever the same. You will gain and develop in-depth knowledge of engineering for the capital markets. Our collective passion to solve problems makes a direct impact on our business.

What you’ll get

You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, where you’ll be surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, working collectively to tackle the toughest problems in the financial markets.

In addition, you’ll receive:

• A performance-based bonus structureunmatchedanywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool
• The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
• 25 paid vacation days and fully paid first-class commuting expenses
• Training opportunities and discounts on health insurance
• Extensive office perks, including breakfast and lunch, world-class barista coffee, sport and leisure activities, Friday afternoon drinks, and weekly in-house chair massages
• Competitive relocation packages and visa sponsorship where necessary for expats

Who you are

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent, with outstanding academic achievements
• Graduating by 2026, or a maximum of 3 years work experience
• Passionate about clean code, simple, well-architected systems, and continuous improvement
• Proficient in industry-standard coding languages such as C++, Python, or Java, with a strong understanding of underlying computer architecture and system operations
• A solid grasp of algorithms, memory and concurrency models, CPU-architecture, operating systems and relational databases
• Have an entrepreneurial attitude and an interest in the financial industry
• An analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills
• Able to work closely with other engineers, traders, and business operations