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Graduate Trading Operations Analyst (2024 Start)
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Sep 06, 2023
Optiver is seeking a Trading Operations Analyst to join their team in Chicago. The role involves working on the trading floor, gaining exposure to quantitative trading, development, and corporate strategy teams. The analyst will operate and optimize the trade cycle, manage trading strategies and technologies, and provide data-driven insights. Optiver aims to improve markets by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, and increasing transparency. The ideal candidate is a STEM graduate with proficiency in Python, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Benefits include working with top professionals, a performance-based bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits.
Systems Support Engineer
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 26, 2023
Optiver, a leading global market maker, is seeking a Systems Support Engineer with 5+ years of experience in IT support. The role involves providing exceptional user support, managing user-facing systems, analyzing and recommending IT solutions, and coordinating with other IT engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have a passion for problem-solving, strong attention to detail, and a deep understanding of change control processes. Optiver offers a collaborative environment, performance-based bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits including 25 paid vacation days, health insurance, training opportunities, and more.
Experienced Futures Trader/Researcher
Company: Optiver
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Aug 30, 2023
We look for people who thrive in team environments, love to be challenged daily and are intuitively strong. Additionally, as part of our team you’ll need:• 2+ years of experience on a successful futures/equities trading team (preferably a proprietary trading firm)• Experience in computationally intensive research• A bachelor’s degree • Strong analytical and mathematical skills • Familiarity in programming languages (C++, C, Java) WHAT YOU’LL GET:• Training, mentorship and continuous learning and development opportunities • Performance-based bonus that is unmatched anywhere in the industry • Great secondary benefits, including 25 paid vacation days• Fully paid first-class commuting expenses and health insurance • Daily breakfast and lunch facilities • The chance to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 countries As a Researcher, you’ll work on complex, high-impact projects that result in instant feedback for both your team and for the business. As a member of our team, you can expect to: • Conduct signal/modelling research for improving predictions and research for improving executing algorithms in the market• Collaborate with peers in reviewing research and solving problems• Improve the research workflow for your own benefit and your peers• Participate in strategic discussions to help set the direction of our business growth• See the direct impact of your changes in production WHO YOU ARE:Our success has been founded on the collaborative nature of how we operate. With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates.Based in ‘The Domain’ neighborhood, Optiver’s Austin office serves as the firm’s innovation nucleus, with a strong focus on quantitative research, software and hardware engineering initiatives. What’s more, with world-class music, food and art scenes, as well as countless scenic outdoor activities, the quality of life for Austin Optiverians is second to none.WHAT YOU’LL DO:We're looking for an Experienced Futures Trader/Researcher who will be versatile, flexible and creative in fine-tuning trading algorithms. WHO WE ARE:Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker. With tech innovation an integral part of our core business, the booming city proved an ideal backdrop for our heavy investment into machine learning, research infrastructure and big data computing. Should you join this collaborative, close-knit team, you’ll have the opportunity to directly impact everything in our research and execution pipeline.Does the thought of making a direct, immediate impact thrill you? Our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilizing force no matter the market conditions. As one of the oldest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 50+ exchanges across the globe. Our Quantitative Researchers specifically focus on conducting alpha/signal/features research, improving those machine-learning models, and refining trading algorithms.
FPGA Engineer (2024 Start - Austin)
Company: Optiver
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Sep 06, 2023
Optiver, a leading market making institution, is seeking a student with a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate should have experience in FPGA design and development, strong engineering instincts, and a deep understanding of FPGA fundamentals. The role involves accelerating network infrastructure and trading system components with high-speed hardware designs, researching new low-latency techniques, and working in a multidisciplinary team. Optiver offers a collaborative environment, a performance-based bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits.
SPX Floor Analyst
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 26, 2023
Active on leading US exchanges, Optiver’s Chicago office trades a wide range of products from listed derivatives to cash equities, ETFs, bonds, and foreign exchange.What you’ll do:• Communicate real-time trade information from CBOE’s SPX pit to Optiver’s in-house trading floor in Amsterdam• Report on Optiver Floor Trader’s decisions and execution• Analyze and assign importance to floor information queue to enhance Optiver’s trading decisions• Act as facilitator and intermediary between in-house Trading team and exchange-based Floor Traders• Coordinate information flow amongst Optiver’s Floor Traders• Maintain and update S&P Trading team’s visualization and graphics enhancements• Build skills and trading acumen as a Floor Trader trainee• Track trading strategies and report on profit and loss (PnL) resultsWho you are:• Hold a bachelor’s degree (required) • Possess a high aptitude with mathematics• Have a working knowledge of financial instruments, trading exchanges and markets• Excellent communicator and team player• Able to make lightning-quick decisions • Programming experience in Python or VBA is preferred• Legal authorization to work in the United States is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job openingWhat you’ll get:• Work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries.• Performance based bonus structure that is unmatched anywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool fostering a truly collaborative environment to work in.• Ownership over initiatives that directly solve business problems. Additionally, you’ll get great other benefits such as 25 paid vacation days and market holidays, fully paid health insurance, daily breakfast and lunch, training opportunities, 401(k) match up to 50% and charitable match opportunities, regular social events and clubs, and many more. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 70+ exchanges across the globe.Optiver Chicago’s culture parallels the energetic city we’re immersed in. Home to the Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Board Options Exchange, and Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago has established itself as the trading capital of the US. We tackle the toughest problems, challenge the status quo and always aim for excellence. With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates. If you are someone who has the aptitude to multi-task while staying focused, the ability to be a continuous resource and problem solver in a fast-paced environment, and an interest in the financial markets, apply to our SPX Floor Analyst position today.Who we are:At Optiver, our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilizing force no matter the market conditions. At Optiver, we strive for excellence in all things we do. We are looking for a SPX Floor Analyst that shares this mindset along with a passion for tackling the toughest of challenges.
Trading Operations Analyst Intern (Summer 2024 Start)
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Sep 06, 2023
The internship at Optiver Chicago offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into the world of trading and make a meaningful impact. As a Trading Operations Analyst Intern, you'll work on real-world challenges and develop skills in technology, data analysis, and automated trading systems.
Campus: Accounting Intern (Summer 2024 - Chicago)
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Sep 01, 2023
In this role, you’ll gain relevant and valuable accounting experience in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment. Active on leading US exchanges, Optiver’s Chicago office trades a wide range of products from listed derivatives to cash equities, ETFs, bonds and foreign exchange.What you’ll do:We’re looking for a motivated self-starter to join our Finance Team as an Accounting Intern next summer. Home to the Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Board Options Exchange, and Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago has established itself as the trading capital of the US. If you have previously applied to this position during this season and have been unsuccessful, you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins in 2024. *We accept one application per role per year. As an Accounting Intern, you can expect to participate in our month-end close process, create ad hoc financial reports & analytics, prepare deliverables for our annual audit, and other projects.Learn the functions of our Finance Team and develop a deeper understanding of technical accounting by collaborating with team members and actively participating in the preparation of core deliverablesAssist with preparation of quarterly forecasts and work with other departments on special cost analysis projectsAssist in daily cash management activities and analyze resultsSupport our month-end close processes by preparing key financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal entriesParticipate in components of our Accounts Payable process Collaborate with team members on ad hoc deliverables and special projectsWho you are:Accounting or finance majorSophomore or Junior year standingInterest in corporate/private accountingAbility to work on-site in ChicagoSuccessful completion of introduction to accounting courseworkProficiency with MS Excel and MS WordAbility to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsThoroughness, accuracy, and keen attention to detailBasic knowledge of GAAP and financial statements; IFRS a plusLegal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job openingWhat you’ll get:Competitive internship compensation packageVarious office perks, including breakfast, lunch, and snacksSocial events and much more! With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates.Optiver Chicago’s culture parallels the energetic city we’re immersed in. Our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilizing force no matter the market conditions. As one of the oldest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 70+ exchanges across the globe. Who we are: Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker.
FPGA Engineer Intern (Summer 2024 - Austin)
Company: Optiver
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Sep 06, 2023
Optiver is offering a Hardware Engineer Internship in Chicago, where the intern will work on projects that directly impact the firm's world-class trading systems. The intern will have the opportunity to ship code to production within weeks, work on latency-critical applications, and collaborate with senior engineers and traders. The role involves supporting new networking protocols, developing applications to improve trading strategies, and optimizing resource usage. The ideal candidate is a student working towards a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with experience in FPGA design and development. Optiver provides a highly-competitive compensation package, office perks, and social events.
Experienced Futures Trader/Researcher
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 30, 2023
We look for people who thrive in team environments, love to be challenged daily and are intuitively strong. Additionally, as part of our team you’ll need:• 2+ years of experience on a successful futures/equities trading team (preferably a proprietary trading firm)• Experience in computationally intensive research• A bachelor’s degree • Strong analytical and mathematical skills • Familiarity in programming languages (C++, C, Java) WHAT YOU’LL GET:• Training, mentorship and continuous learning and development opportunities • Performance-based bonus that is unmatched anywhere in the industry • Great secondary benefits, including 25 paid vacation days• Fully paid first-class commuting expenses and health insurance • Daily breakfast and lunch facilities • The chance to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 countries As a Researcher, you’ll work on complex, high-impact projects that result in instant feedback for both your team and for the business. As a member of our team, you can expect to: • Conduct signal/modelling research for improving predictions and research for improving executing algorithms in the market• Collaborate with peers in reviewing research and solving problems• Improve the research workflow for your own benefit and your peers• Participate in strategic discussions to help set the direction of our business growth• See the direct impact of your changes in production WHO YOU ARE:Our success has been founded on the collaborative nature of how we operate. Active on several of the leading exchanges in the US market, Optiver’s Chicago office trades a wide range of products from listed derivatives to cash equities, ETFs, bonds and foreign exchange.WHAT YOU’LL DO:We're looking for an Experienced Futures Trader/Researcher who will be versatile, flexible and creative in fine-tuning trading algorithms. Located in the heart of the Chicago Loop, our working environment parallels the energetic city we’re immersed in. WHO WE ARE:Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker. Home to CBOT, CBOE and CME, Chicago has established itself as the derivatives capital of the US, trading both options and futures. Should you join this collaborative, close-knit team, you’ll have the opportunity to directly impact everything in our research and execution pipeline.Does the thought of making a direct, immediate impact thrill you? With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates.Our Chicago office offers a unique, big-city American experience. Our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilizing force no matter the market conditions. As one of the oldest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 50+ exchanges across the globe.
Institutional Trader
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 26, 2023
Optiver is seeking an Institutional Trader to join their Trading Team in Chicago. The role involves managing relationships with external counterparties, interpreting market flows, identifying new trading opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, 2-5 years of trading experience, strong communication skills, and a competitive attitude. Optiver offers a collaborative environment, performance-based bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits.
Enterprise Application Engineer
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 23, 2023
Alongside this, you will get great other benefits such as 25 paid vacation days and market holidays, fully paid commuting expenses and health insurance, daily breakfast and lunch, training opportunities, 401(k) match up to 50% and charitable match opportunities, regular social events and clubs, and many more. Home to the Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Board Options Exchange, and Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago has established itself as the trading capital of the US. Active on leading US exchanges, Optiver’s Chicago office trades a wide range of products from listed derivatives to cash equities, ETFs, bonds and foreign exchange.What you’ll doAct as a primary point-of-contact for both technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand their technical requirements and challenges to optimize tasks and to help improve overall user experienceBe actively involved in change, incident and problem management, own configuration best practices, product evolution planning for all Enterprise Technology applicationsActing as an end-to-end owner in administering JIRA/Confluence and managing user support, integration and licensingOversee the maintenance and growth of our core collaboration tools that enable our business, technical, and enterprise teams to work together more effectivelyAssist various functions across our business in the technical management of their enterprise, business operation applications such as Greenhouse, Workday and othersLog investigation and troubleshooting issues based on incoming alerts and user reportsDevelop scripts and programs to optimize and automate manual processes and perform code reviews to help improve code qualityPerform due-diligence reviews to assess suitability and operability when onboarding external solutionsProject work from building integration, onboarding third-party solutions and more - driving individual projects from initial planning through to management and successCoordinate work with vendors to ensure internal requirements are delivered according to specificationsWho you areA demonstrated background in software support, technical application usage and technical troubleshootingExperience working with collaboration and business operation applications such as JIRA, Confluence, Workday, Greenhouse and similar productsExperience with Python (or similar scripting language), SQL and data administrationThe desire to work on a broad range of projects and use various tools to best solve any problem at handA pragmatic, logical thinker with a problem-solving and user-first mentalityA facilitating and enabling attitude, always striving to find clean and simple solutions to user problemsStrong communication skills and the ability to work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders alikeAble to clearly and concisely explain your thoughts through verbal and written communicationYou seek out opportunities to leave your comfort zone and enjoy frequent changeWhat you’ll get:Work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries.Performance based bonus structure that is unmatched anywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool fostering a truly collaborative environment to work in.Ownership over initiatives that directly solve business problems. Our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilising force no matter the market conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates.Optiver Chicago’s culture parallels the energetic city we’re immersed in. As one of the oldest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 70+ exchanges across the globe. To enable our ambitious goals, you will play a vital role in establishing, automating, integrating and building end-to-end solutions from scratch for business operation needs.Who we are:Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker. While working closely with our Enterprise, Trading and Business Teams, you will be helping the business operations teams find and deploy the right tools to enable their best work and collaborate on global application migrations in each space. Optiver's Enterprise Operations team enables our people to work as efficiently as they can and to collaborate on the growing count of global initiatives with as little friction and difficulty as possible.
Trading Operations Analyst - Chicago
Company: Optiver
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Aug 25, 2023
Optiver is a market making institution that offers a trading operations analyst role. The job involves working on the trading floor, operating and optimizing automated trading systems, and providing data-driven insights. The company has a culture of continuous improvement and aims to be a trusted partner of exchanges across the globe.