Software Engineer, C++ - 6 Month Internship Opportunity at Tower Research Capital

, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C++, Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptocurrency, Defi Protocols, High Throughput Systems, Problem-Solving, Linux, Networking, Python, Shell Scripts

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. Tower has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams. We have a 25+ year track record of innovation and a reputation for discovering unique market opportunities. Tower is home to some of the world’s best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower portfolio managers to build their teams and strategies independently while providing the economies of scale that come from a large, global organization. Engineers thrive at Tower while developing electronic trading infrastructure at a world class level. Our engineers solve challenging problems in the realms of low-latency programming, FPGA technology, hardware acceleration and machine learning. Our ongoing investment in top engineering talent and technology ensures our platform remains unmatched in terms of functionality, scalability and performance. At Tower, every employee plays a role in our success. Our Business Support teams are essential to building and maintaining the platform that powers everything we do — combining market access, data, compute, and research infrastructure with risk management, compliance, and a full suite of business services. Our Business Support teams enable our trading and engineering teams to perform at their best. At Tower, employees will find a stimulating, results-oriented environment where highly intelligent and motivated colleagues inspire each other to reach their greatest potential. Responsibilities Designing and implementing a high-frequency trading platform, which includes collecting quotes and trades from and disseminating orders to exchanges around the world Optimizing this platform by using network and systems programming, as well as other advanced techniques to minimize latency Developing systems that provide easy access to historical market data and trading simulations Creating tools to analyze data for patterns Building risk-management and performance-tracking tools Qualifications A degree in Computer Science or a related field Prior internship experience with C++ development, preferably in a trading environment is a plus A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming in C++ Knowledge of Blockchain, cryptography, cryptocurrency, Defi protocols Knowledge of high throughput systems. Brilliant problem-solving abilities The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills in English for business purposes Good understanding of Linux operating system and Networking (TCP/IP and UDP) is a plus Knowledge of Python and shell scripts is a plus Benefits Competitive compensation package Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily Exciting networking and social events (e.g. Broadway shows, escape rooms, cooking classes) Opportunities to learn from senior management across the firm Mentors from your alma mater and other top institutions At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together. Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Design and implement a high-frequency trading platform while optimizing it to minimize latency. Develop systems for historical market data access and create tools for data analysis and risk management.