Optiver

About Optiver

Empowering markets through technology and expertise

🏢 Tech, Finance, Investment Banking👥 1K-5K📅 Founded 1986📍 Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

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...

🎁 Benefits

Optiver offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and equity options. Employees enjoy a generous PTO policy, flexible working arrangemen...

🌟 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 Software Engineer - Infrastructure to design and implement systems for managing their infrastructure. You'll work primarily with Python and Linux in Amsterdam. This role requires a strong understanding of networking and infrastructure operations.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a solid background in software engineering with a focus on infrastructure — your experience includes designing and implementing systems that manage complex infrastructures. You are proficient in Python and have a good understanding of Linux, which allows you to contribute effectively to the team. Your knowledge of networking principles and Linux Kernel internals sets you apart, enabling you to tackle infrastructure challenges with confidence.

You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with other experts in the field — your ability to communicate technical concepts clearly helps bridge the gap between software engineering and infrastructure operations. You are passionate about Infrastructure as Code and understand its importance in scaling and maintaining high standards in infrastructure management.

What you'll do

As a Software Engineer in the Infrastructure Department, you will participate in the design and implementation of systems used to manage Optiver's infrastructure. You will write primarily in Python, contributing to the development of robust and reliable infrastructure solutions. Your role will involve collaborating with team members from various backgrounds, including Linux and Infra-Platform teams, to ensure that the infrastructure is efficient and scalable.

You will be responsible for modeling, provisioning, and configuring infrastructure components, ensuring that they meet the high-performance standards required by Optiver's trading systems. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability and efficiency of the infrastructure, allowing the firm to maintain its competitive edge in the trading industry.

What we offer

Optiver provides a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and make a significant impact. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to open-source projects, enhancing your professional development. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where all employees can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.

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