Quantitative Software Developer Intern

Point72; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Point72 is seeking talented interns in New York to assist in developing and optimizing their production trading platform. The role involves collaboration within small teams, focusing on cutting-edge research infrastructure.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in computer science or engineering and have substantial experience in Python, C++, C, or Java. A keen interest in systems programming and Linux is preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate candidates in computer science or engineering.
• Significant experience in Python, C++, C, or Java.
• Interest in systems programming (Linux kernel development, compilers, embedded systems).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, optimization, and monitoring of the production trading platform.
• Work on small, highly collaborative teams.

Skills

Python

C++

C

Java

Linux kernel development

Git

Education

Undergraduate or graduate in computer science or engineering

Tools

MySQL

Web development frameworks

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a small number of highly talented interns to assist in the development, optimization, and monitoring of our production trading platform and research infrastructure. Interns will work on small, highly collaborative teams.

Desirable Candidates

• Undergraduate or graduate candidates in computer science or engineering
• Significant experience in Python, C++, C, or Java
• Serious interest in systems programming (Linux kernel development, compilers, embedded systems, networking, file systems, debuggers)
• In-depth understanding of how userland programs run on Linux and interact with the kernel
• Some basic knowledge of Git, databases (MySQL), and web development frameworks is a plus
• Clear, concise, and proactive communicator
• Detail-oriented
• Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team