Career Kickstarter Shanghai Technology

This program isyourexclusive pathway to join Optiver (Shanghai) as a graduate. We wont open forseparate graduaterolesin Shanghai this year so dont miss your chance to apply!

Want to fast-trackyourcareerpath from student toafull-timeengineer

JoinCareer Kickstarter:Technologyourfive-dayimmersiveprogramdesigned to accelerate your journey from university to a full-timetechcareer.

Explore how technology drives our success in the global financialmarketsandgain hands-on experiencedesigningthehigh-performance systemsthatkeep us at the forefront of tradingwhere everynanosecondcounts.

Througha blend ofinteractive lecturespracticalprojects and mentorship from ourworld-classeducation teamyoullsharpen yourproblem-solving skillsand learn how to thinkandbuildlike an engineerat Optiver.

Plus ifyouexcelin the program you couldreceive a 2026/2027 GraduateSoftware Developer offerforOptiver Shanghai.

• Eligibility:university student graduating in 2026/2027 or earlierwith China working rights

• Program dates:21 25 September 2026

• Program Location: Singapore

*Note: If youresideoutside of Singapore Optiver will cover your travel and accommodation costs.

Whatyoulldo

Led by Optivers world-class education teamyoullgain a deeper understanding ofthe quantitative industryandexplorehow technologypowers our trading success.

Learning and skill development:

• Discoveroptions theory:Learn the fundamentals that underpin options trading through engaging interactive lectures.

• Enhance your coding capability:Putadvanced software engineering conceptsinto practise througha series oftech workshops.

• Learn about low latency:Gain experience around how low latency designs are critical to trading success at Optiver.

• Build and test your owntrading algorithm:Gain hands-on experience designing and testing your own trading algorithm.

Networking and culture:

• Gainexpert mentorship:Learn directly from a dedicated team of educators consistingof current and former traders andengineers.

• Build your network:Enjoyconnectingwithtradersquantitativeresearchers andengineersthrough curated events.

• ExperienceOptiversculture:Immerse in ourculture and enjoy our incredible benefits including daily breakfast lunch coffee and more.

Who you are

• A university student graduating in 2026/2027 or earlier.

• A Chinese Citizen or Chinese Permanent TW/ Macau Resident with MTP.

• Studying (or studied) a Computer Science Software/Electrical/MechatronicEngineeringorasimilarly technical degree.

• Problem solver who will enjoy building high-performing low latency designs that criticallyimpacttrading success.

• Curious to learn and comfortable exploring complex technical ideas.

• Have a range of out-of-classroom projects or extra-curricular activities thatdemonstratesyour passion in technology particularly software development.

• Excited to work alongside the best developers and traders in the industry with the humility to continually upskill and improve yourself.

• Knowledgeable about object-orientated design and development concepts (experience with C Java or Python isrequiredfor our technical assessment).

Applying for the program

TheCareerKickstarterprogram offers twostreams:TechnologyorTrading & Research. To help you choose the stream that aligns with your interests please find more information below.Please note that you can only apply for one stream.

Technology

OurSoftwareEngineersplay a critical role in executing successful trades. Driven by the desire to find the simplest solutions to the most complex problems they design andbuildhighperformancesystemsthat solvereal out Bharaths Day in the life story to learn more.

Trading& Research

OurTradersmake trading decisions based on market conditions and other and have a flair for analytical problem out Brents Day in the life story to learn more.

OurResearchersbuild modelsleveragingbig data and machine learning toidentifyprofitable signals that underpin our algorithmic trading strategies.Check out Noahs Day in the life story to learn more.

Interested in theTrading &ResearchstreamApply here.

Ready tokickstartyour career with Optiver Apply today.

Diversity statement

Optiver is committed todiversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can bestdemonstrateyour abilities.

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We accept one application per role per year. If you have previously applied to this position during this seasonat Optiver regardless of locationand have been unsuccessful you can re-apply when the next recruitment season begins in 2027.