AlphaGrep is a quantitative trading and investment management firm founded in 2010. We are one of the largest firms by trading volume on Indian exchanges and have significant market share on several large global exchanges as well. We use a disciplined and systematic quantitative approach to identify factors that consistently generate alpha. These factors are then coupled with our proprietary ultra-low latency trading systems and robust risk management to develop trading strategies across asset classes (equities, commodities, currencies, fixed income) that trade on global exchanges.
AlphaGrep is looking for a talented Software Development Intern to join our Core Engineering group. This team is responsible for designing and developing in-house trading applications that are robust, ultra-fast, and optimized for high-performance trading environments. As a Software Development Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects that directly impact our trading operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Software Development: Design, develop, and test proprietary software, including but not limited to:
- Trading strategy simulation software optimized for distributed computation.
- Large-scale data acquisition, storage, accessibility, and visualization systems.
- Real-time trade management and risk analysis tools.
- Problem Solving: Identify innovative solutions to complex technical challenges and advocate for their implementation by clearly and concisely communicating your ideas to the team.
- Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, quantitative traders, and researchers in a cross-functional team environment to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's students in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent software development knowledge, demonstrated through coursework, research projects, or open-source contributions, preferably in C++.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
- Exposure to network programming (TCP/IP), multi-threaded applications, computational intelligence, and real-time programming.
- Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems.
- Brilliant problem-solving abilities and a passion for new technologies and ideas.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
- Interest in Financial Markets: While financial experience is not required, an interest in financial markets is a plus.
Why Join AlphaGrep?
- Gain hands-on experience in developing high-performance trading software within a dynamic and innovative environment.
- Collaborate with experienced professionals across different disciplines, contributing to impactful technology solutions.
- Be part of a team that values creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.
- If you are passionate about software development, eager to work on challenging projects, and interested in the world of high-frequency trading, we encourage you to apply!
Apply Now to join AlphaGrep as a Software Development Intern and help build the next generation of trading technologies.
