Software Engineer Intern

About the role

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.

Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.

Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy projects while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people.

The Role: We are looking for an exceptionally talented software engineer intern to join our team. You will be part of a business-facing team responsible for building and evolving the core systems that power our Quant strategies. You will be working with Quants very closely to develop, enhance, and support cutting-edge tools and systems that drive data decision making. The role provides a unique opportunity to gain exposure to full lifecycle of quant finance.

What You’ll Bring:

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science

- Python programming proficiency

- Familiarity with data structure and algorithms

- Strong understanding of software development principles and methodologies

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Interest in finance, quantitative trading or financial data a plus

What We Offer:

- Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday

- We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events

- Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people

- Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program

- Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family

- Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc.

- Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams