Discovery Program: Trading System Engineer (On-site)

SIG Susquehanna; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pathway to internship

Job summary

SIG Susquehanna invites students to a multi-day event exploring careers for C++ engineers within our low-latency trading environment. You will engage in interactive sessions, assessment-based challenges, and interviews, gaining insight into the path toward Summer 2028 internship opportunities.

This invitation-only event is open to students graduating in winter 2028 or spring 2029, with application close on November 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Background in C++ or low-latency topics.
• Interest in quantitative research and trading systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Attend a multi-day employer event to learn about C++ engineering paths.
• Participate in assessment-based challenges and interactive sessions.
• Engage in interviews directing toward Summer 2028 internship opportunities.

Skills

C++ interest

Analytical thinking

Quantitative mindset

Education

Computer Science

Computer Engineering

Physics

Mathematics

Statistics

Job description

Overview

Join us at Susquehanna for a multi-day event to learn what life looks like for our C++ engineers. This invitation-only event will allow you to gain insight into a career path in low-latency C++ trading system development where you will learn more about the nuances of building complex trading strategies and the collaborative culture that drives our work. You’ll take part in interactive sessions, assessment-based challenges, and interviews, offering a direct pathway to our Summer 2028 internship opportunities.

This opportunity is open to students who are planning to graduate in the winter of 2028 or the spring of 2029.

Applications will close November 16, 2026. We will be in touch in October regarding next steps for attendance.

What we're looking for

We are looking for students with a background and demonstrated interest in any of the following fields/majors:

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Statistics

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.