FutureFocus Singapore Trading and Research

Ready to kickstart your career in one of the worlds leading tech-driven trading firms

JoinFutureFocus our immersivefive-day program designed to ignite your potential as a future traderresearcherorengineerat Optiver.

Dive into the fundamentals of trading gain unique insights intoOptiverscutting-edgetradingsystemsandbuildthe key skills that ourteamsuse every day.

Plus ifyouveexcelled in the program you could receive a direct offer for our 2027Summer Internship Program.

• Eligiblefor pre-penultimate university students (graduating in 2028orlater)

• Program dates:3 7August2026

• Where:Singapore

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

Whatyoulldo

Led byformertraders andengineers ourworld-classeducation team will guide you through the intricacies ofmarket a mix of hands-on and classroom learningempowering you to thrive inthe world oftrading and technology.

As part ofFutureFocusyoullhave the opportunity to:

• Kickstart your journeyin trading or researchas you learn the fundamentals of trading learnhow to build trading strategies and deploy them in a virtual market.

• Immerse in our dynamic trading floorand see ourcutting-edgesystems in insights into ourin-housetradingsystems and understand how weremainat the forefront oftheglobalmarkets.

• Connect with recent graduatesand hear theirpersonal experiences.

• Receive mentorshipfromin-housetrainers and seniortraders who are committed to ensuring you have the guidance and support needed to succeed.

• ExperienceOptiverscultureand enjoy our incrediblebenefits including daily breakfast lunch and coffee weekly massages and more.

Whoyouare

• A pre-penultimate university studentgraduating in degree backgrounds are considered.

• An inquisitivethinker with a passion for quantitative problems and working in collaborative dynamic environments.

• Holds superior quantitative and logical reasoning skills and enjoysworking on an array of problems with a strong focus on results.

• Excited to test yourself in one of the most dynamic areas of the financial market.

Applying for the program

TheFutureFocusprogram offers two streams:TradingandResearchorTechnology. 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.

Tradingand Research

OurTradersmake trading decisions based on market conditions and other and have a flair for analytical problem solving.Check 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.

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 businessproblems.Check out Bharaths Day in the life story to learn more.

Interested in theTechnology streamApply here.

Ready to kickstart your career with Optiver Apply forFutureFocustoigniteyour potential 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.