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Your role

Software Engineers at Citadel Securities create next-generation software solutions that help produce systems that power their investment research, trading, risk management, and funding & settlement systems. Software Engineers continually improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their investment process and reduce operational risk. Software Engineers partner closely with business leaders to develop and deliver software solutions that drive meaningful business outcomes. They build a range of critical solutions from pre-trade research platforms to trading systems to post-trade clearing and settlement services. These solutions include high availability, and high throughput systems scaling to millions of transactions per second.

As an intern, you’ll get to challenge the impossible in technology through a program that will allow you to collaborate and connect with senior team members.

Your Objectives

• Create technological tools that bring trading strategies to life
• Develop high-performance, large-data research platforms
• Work in small teams to build the future of finance

About you

Your Skills & Talents

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related fields (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)
• Exceptional programming and design skills
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with probability and statistics
• Ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative, complex and highly technical team environment
• Intellectual curiosity and passion for solving challenging problems using technology

Benefits

They provide the benefits you might expect from a leading financial firm—and then go above and beyond. Depending on location, personal and health benefits can include access to a concierge healthcare team, a health advocate and health counselling, egg freezing and adoption support and personal benefits such as paid parental leave and backup daycare. On the financial side, benefits can include tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing, 401(k) match and identity theft protection.

Training & development

Interns engage in meaningful projects and contribute ideas that have a lasting impact. They benefit from comprehensive training, including learning sessions, in-depth workshops, and hands-on apprenticeships to enhance their skills. Each intern is paired with a dedicated mentor, often a former intern, who provides guidance on technical questions and professional connections, ensuring a supportive and enriching development experience.

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Career progression

Team members at Citadel Securities are empowered to realise their full potential from the outset, with ambitious individuals finding opportunities to advance rapidly. The firm values diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and competitive advantage, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and excel.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• citadelsecurities.com/careers/
• citadelsecurities.com/careers/students/internships/