Software Developer Intern at DRW

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Trading, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, mathematics or any related science discipline with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027
Exposure to network programming (TCP/IP), multi-threaded applications, computational intelligence, algorithms, real-time programming or GUI programming
Strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms
Excellent software development skills in C++, Python, Java, C#, or C and a deep curiosity to learn and absorb new technologies quickly

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software development solutions across the firm, such as decoders to receive raw pack data from exchanges and translate it into accessible form
Develop normalisers which take decoded data and build a book for each instrument traded on that exchange
Build applications to facilitate communication around executed trades to the compliance team
Identify innovative solutions to complex problems and advocate for their implementation by communicating ideas clearly and concisely
Conduct robust research using a data-driven approach to employ statistical analytics on large data sets
Collaborate with other software developers, quantitative traders, researchers, and business analysts in cross-functional team environments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TCP/IPMulti-threaded ProgrammingAlgorithmsReal-time ProgrammingGUI ProgrammingObject-oriented ProgrammingStatistical AnalyticsNetwork Programming

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Software Developer Intern position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this internship remote or does it require being in the office?

The internship is based in Amsterdam, with fully furnished apartments provided close to the office for an easy commute, and evenings spent exploring the city with social events.

What skills are required for the Software Developer Intern role?

Required skills include exposure to network programming (TCP/IP), multi-threaded applications, computational intelligence, algorithms, real-time programming or GUI programming; strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms; and excellent software development skills in C++, Python, Java, C#, or C.

What is the company culture like for interns at DRW?

DRW fosters a collaborative environment by hiring exceptional people, encouraging ideas, rewarding results, and offering social events, team-building activities, mentorship, and community outings in Amsterdam.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, mathematics or related fields with graduation between December 2026 and August 2027, and demonstrate exposure to key technical areas plus a deep curiosity to learn new technologies.

DRW

Proprietary trading and risk management firm

About DRW

RGM Advisors engages in proprietary trading using its own capital to operate in various financial markets. The firm focuses on developing trading strategies that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to manage risk and pursue high returns. By serving institutional clients such as hedge funds and investment banks, RGM Advisors maintains a flexible business model that allows it to trade its own money, rather than clients' funds. This approach enables better risk management and the ability to generate revenue through trading profits, achieved by employing sophisticated algorithms and market-making strategies. RGM Advisors is distinguished by its global presence and its commitment to attracting top talent, providing them with the tools needed to excel and rewarding exceptional performance.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2001Year Founded

M_AND_ACompany Stage

Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees