Job Description

Want tofast-trackyourcareerpath from student to full-timedeveloper?

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JoinCareer Kickstarter:Technology,ourfive-dayimmersiveprogramdesigned to accelerate your journey from university to a full-timetechcareer.Explore how technology drives our success in the global financialmarketsandgain hands-on experiencedesigningthehigh-performance systemsthatkeep us at the forefront of trading,where everynanosecondcounts.

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Througha blend ofinteractive lectures,practicalprojects, and mentorship from ourworld-classeducation team,you'llsharpen yourproblem-solving skillsand learn how to think,andbuild,like adeveloperat Optiver.

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Plus, ifyou'veexcelled in the program, you couldreceive anofferfor our2028GraduateProgram.

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- Eligiblefor final year university students(graduating in 2027 or earlier),with Australian working rights
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- Program dates:March 2027
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- Application close:January 2027
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- Where: OptiverSydney office*
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*Note: If youresideoutside of Sydney, Optiver will cover your travel and accommodation costs.

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What you'll do

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Led by Optiver's world-class education team,you'llgain a deeper understanding ofthe quantitative industryandexplorehow technologypowers our trading success.

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Learning and skill development:

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- Discoveroptions theory:Learn the fundamentals that underpin options trading, through engaging, interactive lectures.
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- Enhance your coding capability:Putadvanced software engineering conceptsinto practise througha series oftech workshops.
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- Learn about low latency:Gain experience around how low latency designs are critical to trading success at Optiver.
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- Build and test your owntrading algorithm:Gain hands-on experience designing and testing your own trading algorithm.
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Networking and culture:

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- Gainexpert mentorship:Learn directly from a dedicated team of educators, consistingof current and former traders and developers.
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- Build your network: Enjoyconnectingwithdevelopers,tradersandquantitativeresearchersthrough curated events.
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- ExperienceOptiver's culture:Immerse in ourincredible culture and enjoy our benefits, including daily breakfast, lunch, coffee, and more.
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Who you are

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- Final year university students (graduating in 2027 or earlier). All degree backgrounds are considered.
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- An Australian or Recent Zealand Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or able to provide evidence of full working rights.
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- Studying (or studied) a Computer Science, Software/Electrical/MechatronicEngineeringor similarly technical degree.
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- Problem solver who will enjoy building high-performing, low latency designs that criticallyimpacttrading success.
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- Curious to learn and comfortable exploring complex technical ideas.
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- Have a range of out-of-classroom projects or extra-curricular activities thatdemonstratesyour passion in technology,



particularly software development.
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- Excited to work alongside the best developers and traders in the industry, with the humility to continually upskill and improve yourself.
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- Knowledgeable about object-orientated design and development concepts (experience with C++, Java or Python isrequiredfor our technical assessment).
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Applying for the program

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TheCareer Kickstarterprogram offers threestreams:Technology, Trading or Research. 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.

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Who we are

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At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency, and stabilising the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritise safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.

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Diversity statement

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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 season and have been unsuccessful, you can re-apply when the next recruitment season begins in 2028.

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📌 Career Kickstarter - Technology (Mar 2027) (New South Wales)
🏢 UEC
📍 New South Wales