Internship
Campus Software Engineer – Intern
Posted on 8/9/2023
Jump Trading
1,001-5,000 employees
High-frequency trading and market-making services
Chicago, IL, USA
- Hands-on experience and a high level of proficiency in one or more of the following:
- C++ development on Linux platform
- Python development on Linux platform
- Strong understanding of data structures and threading models
- Ability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment, deploying new software daily
- Passion for solving complex problems and learning to build optimal solutions from scratch, instead of simply assembling things from existing libraries
- Interest in using knowledge from several areas -- such as hardware, networking, OS design -- to produce extremely high-performance software
- No finance or economics study or work experience required
- You will be working side by side with our experienced software engineers and you'll receive ongoing feedback and coaching from a dedicated mentor throughout the summer. Our internship program is the primary way we identify top young software engineers for our core development team, and it's a proven path for earning full-time opportunities at Jump
- In the next phase of the internship, you will take on projects working on production code and gain experience with our full-cycle process for development, testing, and release using Agile methodologies. You will apply your programming and analysis skills to contribute to our real-time large-scale, high-performance trading platform and related infrastructure
- Past internship or job experience in a software development role is a plus
- Advanced coursework in algorithms, network programming, operating systems, compilers
Jump Trading specializes in high-frequency trading and market-making in financial markets, with a focus on cryptocurrency through its subsidiary, Jump Crypto. Their products involve executing numerous trades at high speeds to capitalize on small price differences, which can lead to significant profits. Jump Crypto is dedicated to developing the infrastructure necessary for trading digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. What sets Jump Trading apart from competitors is their strong emphasis on advanced research in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science, which they apply to enhance trading technologies and solutions. The company's goal is to drive financial innovation and provide sophisticated trading solutions to a diverse clientele, including institutional investors and hedge funds, across major global financial centers.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$300M
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
1999
6 month growth
↑ 3%1 year growth
↑ 3%2 year growth
↑ 3%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Jump Trading's involvement in high-profile funding rounds, such as Wormhole's $225 million raise, highlights its influential position in the market.
- Operating in global financial hubs like Chicago, New York, and London provides employees with opportunities for international exposure and career growth.
- The company's focus on innovation and advanced technology offers employees the chance to work on groundbreaking projects in both traditional and cryptocurrency markets.
What critics are saying
- The resignation of Jump Crypto's President amid a CFTC investigation could signal potential regulatory challenges and instability.
- The volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market poses significant financial risks, as evidenced by the recent split with Wormhole.
What makes Jump Trading unique
- Jump Trading's expertise in high-frequency trading and market-making sets it apart from traditional financial firms, offering unparalleled speed and efficiency.
- Their subsidiary, Jump Crypto, focuses on building next-generation crypto infrastructure, distinguishing them from other trading firms that have not ventured into digital currencies.
- The company's strong foundation in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science enables them to leverage advanced research and cutting-edge technology, providing a competitive edge.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid vacation plus paid holidays
Retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave
Wellness Programs