Core Software Engineer Intern

*Due to the current high volume of applicants, preference will be given to candidates based in NL*

Who we are

WEBB Traders is a fast-growing, global proprietary trading company driven by data and technology. We act as a market maker using our own capital to trade on global stock and derivatives exchanges. By leveraging a large network of interdealer brokers and the latest advancements in electronic trading technology, we add liquidity to the financial markets, specialized in cash equity and derivatives. With our 70 employees of over 25 different nationalities, we are united in our great ambition to grow WEBB into a global leader in arbitrage and liquidity.

Since our very first trade in 2009, WEBB’s headquarters have been based in Amsterdam. With a focus on derivative trading, the Paris team of 15 highly skilled traders, researchers, and engineers plays a crucial role in discovering untapped market opportunities.

Join us to accelerate your career in the unique trading culture of openness, community, enjoyment, and boundary-free entrepreneurship. 

Come and kick-start your IT career at a growing, high-performance trading scale-up.

WEBB Traders is looking for a final-year student to join our Core SWE Team. The responsibility of the Core team is twofold: 

• build, maintain and improve the data systems powering all workflows within the organization, from research to production;

• create outstanding tools and processes to support our control teams, unlock deep insights into our activity, and ultimately ensure the safety and efficiency of our operation.

You will be

• Learning about the trading domain through training sessions and on-the-job interactions

• Developing and optimising software solutions within various areas of the business: risk management, quantitative research, big data pipelines, etc.

• Using a wide set of technologies such as Python, C++, Typescript and PostgreSQL to solve concrete problems with immediate return on investment

• Actively collaborating, exchanging ideas and sharing knowledge with your team

• Interacting with users to understand their objectives and improve their work through your technical ingenuity

Requirements

Who are you

• Eager, curious, and a fast learner

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or related

• Available full-time (for 3-6 months)

• Strong computer science & database fundamentals

• Good understanding of systems architecture and networking basics

• Hands-on experience with Python and modern C++

• 0 to 2 years of experience in a software engineering role

• Team player who thrives in an agile and fast-paced environment

• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills with a ‘get it done mentality

• Experience with web development is a big plus

What we offer

• Challenge yourself. Be part of the dynamic work environment and grow along with us.

• Develop yourself. Join internal and external learning & development opportunities to enhance your personal and professional growth.

• Treat yourself. Enjoy healthy and delicious meals delivered by Alma Sustainable Catering

• Stay fit. Sports facility access via ClassPass

• Keep the spirit up. Fun activities with your teammates on a regular basis and Friday drinks too

• Team up. A great office vibe in the heart of Amsterdam

• It’s on us. Travel costs reimbursement or a Swap-bike

• And finally… A competitive reward package including benefits and a bonus scheme

Application process

1. Apply online - Submit your application (in English) through our WEBBsite. We’re excited to hear from you!

2. Get to know us - Have an online interview with our Recruiter to align on expectations and see if we’re a match

3. Show your skills - Tackle our programming challenge and showcase your engineering superpowers

4. Dive deeper - Join a technical discussion with our engineers and exchange ideas on building high-performance systems

5. Meet us in person - Visit our office for the final round with our Head of IT, and stick around for a drink to get a real feel for our team

6. Welcome aboard! - Receive our offer and get ready to start your journey at WEBB!