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Database Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
DV Trading, Chicago
About the job
About Us
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.
Overview
We are seeking a Database Engineer Intern to support the health, performance, and reliability of our database environments. Throughout the summer, you’ll work cross functionally with data and technology teams, giving you real visibility into how data powers the business. Under the guidance of senior team members, you'll help monitor performance and support critical maintenance and troubleshooting efforts through automation, documentation, performance tuning, and data migration/disaster recovery efforts.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or related field and expected to graduate by Summer 2029
- Understanding of relational database concepts (tables, indexes, keys, normalization)
- Familiarity with SQL and writing queries
- Exposure to at least one database platform (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL)
- Basic understanding of Linux/Windows operating systems
Experience coding in Python
Exposure to other scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
Ability to work onsite at our Chicago office 5 days per week
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn
Compensation Range: $40.00 per hour
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