Software Engineer (C++ or Python) – 2027 Grads
Hudson River Trading
London, United Kingdom; New York, NY Posted 29 days agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Software Engineering
About the role
Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking talented Software Engineers to join our teams in New York, London, and Singapore. As a Software Engineer at HRT, the code you write is our business. Our software engineers create and maintain critical technology and infrastructure that is integral to the success of our trading. In this role, you will work closely with other engineers across the firm who design trading algorithms and monitor trading in an extremely fast-paced, real-time environment. Ideal candidates are smart programmers who love to code, enjoy being challenged, and can thrive in an open and collaborative environment.
Profile
- In your spare time you: code, tinker, read, explore, break things, and have an insatiable curiosity for all things computer-related - you'll find like-minded people here
- You are capable of working independently and as part of a team to analyze and fix problems quickly
- You can look at code, figure out how it works, and identify how to make it better
- You can describe software designs at a high level (the abstract interface), low level (step-by-step algorithm), and anywhere in between
- You enjoy working with people who push you to be better at what you do
Qualifications
- You are a full-time undergraduate or master's student studying computer science (or a related field) who is eligible for full-time roles in 2027
- Excellent design, debugging, and problem solving skills
- Working experience with C/C++ or Python is required, as are good CS fundamentals
- Knowledge of UNIX operating systems (we use Linux), system/processor performance, and network communication
- Interest in low-level architecture, logic design, and/or verification is a plus
Base salary for US is $300,000. Other locations have similarly locally competitive base salaries. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus will be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.
We do not allow multiple applications. Please apply to the ONE role you are most interested in and we will consider you for all open positions when reviewing your application.
Culture
Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.
At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We're a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization - from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we're friends and colleagues - whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.
Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we'd love to get to know you.
Please be advised: Use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. If we determine that AI assistance was used during any stage of the hiring process, we reserve the right to immediately disqualify your candidacy or rescind any job offers extended.
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Skills
artificial-intelligencecpythonlinux
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