Distributed Systems Intern: Research & Trading Tools

Quant Blueprint LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Quant Blueprint LLC in Chicago seeks a student intern to help build distributed systems supporting research and trading. You will work with engineers and quants on research tools, reliability, and low-latency, high-throughput data processing.

Currently enrolled in BS, MS, or PhD in a quantitative field, graduating between fall 2027 and summer 2028. Proficiency in Python and/or C++, plus knowledge of algorithms, systems, and computer architecture.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field and graduating 2027–2028.
• Proficient in Python and/or C++, with knowledge of algorithms and systems.
• Interest in research tools, reliability, and live data processing.

Responsibilities

• Build distributed systems supporting research and trading.
• Collaborate with engineers and quants on research tools and reliability.
• Develop low-latency, high-throughput data processing, including software design and testing.

Skills

Python

C++

Algorithms

Systems

Computer Architecture

Education

Pursuing BS/MS/PhD in quantitative discipline

Job description

Quant Blueprint LLC in Chicago seeks a student intern to help build distributed systems supporting research and trading. You will work with engineers and quants on research tools, reliability, and low-latency, high-throughput data processing.

Currently enrolled in BS, MS, or PhD in a quantitative field, graduating between fall 2027 and summer 2028. Proficiency in Python and/or C++, plus knowledge of algorithms, systems, and computer architecture.