About Optiver
Empowering markets through technology and expertise
Key Highlights
- Founded in 1986, with over 1,000 employees
- Headquartered in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Specializes in options, ETFs, and futures trading
- Global presence with offices in Chicago, Sydney, and Shanghai
Optiver is a leading proprietary trading firm and market maker based in Amsterdam, specializing in exchange-listed financial instruments such as options, ETFs, and futures. Founded in 1986, Optiver operates globally with over 1,000 employees and is known for its advanced trading technology and quant...
π Benefits
Optiver offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and equity options. Employees enjoy a generous PTO policy, flexible working arrangemen...
π Culture
Optiver fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and a strong focus on technology. The firm values t...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Optiver is hiring a Graduate FPGA Engineer to design and maintain proprietary trading systems. You'll work with FPGA Hardware and Software Engineers to produce highly-reliable designs. This position is ideal for recent graduates with a background in Electronic or Computer Engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a university degree in Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering, graduating in or before 2026. You possess digital academic design experience with FPGA technology, showcasing your ability to tackle complex engineering challenges. Your strong analytical skills enable you to find the simplest solutions to intricate problems, and you thrive in collaborative environments where continuous improvement is a priority.
You are eager to learn and adapt, ready to dive into the world of trading systems without prior financial experience. Your passion for technology and engineering drives you to contribute effectively to a team focused on building the fastest and most reliable trading systems. You are committed to personal and professional growth, seeking opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced industry.
What you'll do
As a Graduate FPGA Engineer at Optiver, you will own the entire development pipeline, from idea generation to development, testing, and monitoring. You will collaborate with a team of FPGA Hardware and Software Engineers to design and maintain proprietary trading systems that are crucial to Optiver's success. Your work will directly impact the effectiveness of trading strategies by producing highly-reliable FPGA designs that secure the lowest latency possible.
You will engage in continuous learning about the ins-and-outs of trading systems and the engineering principles that underpin their success. Your role will involve iterating and releasing new versions of the platform multiple times a week, allowing you to see the immediate impact of your contributions. You will be part of a respectful engineering environment that values collaboration and innovation, where your ideas and solutions will be welcomed and encouraged.
What we offer
Optiver provides a supportive and inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. You will have access to a comprehensive training program, including the βTrading for Non-Tradersβ initiative, to help you understand the financial industry better. The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and encourages you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to building cutting-edge technology in the trading sector, with opportunities for career advancement as you grow in your role.
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