Posted 11 days ago
Description
Curious about the unique opportunities Optiver has to offer in Sydney , but unsure where to start? Whether you are exploring careers in the trading industry, interested in our interview process, or eager to learn about our culture, we’ve got you covered.
Check out ourSydney Campus FAQsfor everything you need to know about Optiver’sFuture Focus, Internship andGraduateprograms in Sydney. Discover which program aligns with your goals and get answers to your most pressing questions.
Please note: these programs are available for candidates in Australia and New Zealand only.
Applying for our programs
When do applications open and close?
What roles can I apply for?
What role am I eligible for?
What qualities do you look for?
When do your internship programs start and how long are they?
When does your graduate program start?
What working rights do I need to have?
What academic background do I need?
Can I apply for more than one role?
I made a mistake when applying (e.g. applied for the wrong role, uploaded incorrect resume, selected incorrect graduate year). What should I do?
I’ve submitted my application, but I didn’t receive a confirmation email.
Recruitment Process
What is the application process for Quantitative Trading roles?
What is the application process for Software Developer roles?
What is the application process for FPGA Developer roles?
What is the application process for Quantitative Research roles?
What is the application process for Market Risk roles?
Assessment
Can I request an extension?
We ask that candidates complete their assessment as soon as they are able, and within the specified deadline. However, if you are unable to complete the assessment within the given deadline, please email us at and we will be able to assist.
How can I best prepare?
I am having issues with accessing the platform and assessments. What do I do?
The assessment platform shows I already completed assessments time stamped for the same date I was invited, even though I didn’t take them. Is this an error?
I received the email outlining the process stating that I would receive a link to the assessment, but I didn’t receive my assessment link.
What programming languages can I complete the Software assessment in?
What programming languages can I complete the FPGA assessment in?
Interview
If I am in late-stage discussions with another company, what is the best way to proceed with my application process at Optiver?
If you have a competing offer or are in late stages of interviews with other companies, please let us know by emailing .
I was invited to select an interview time on Calendly, but it doesn’t appear as though there are any available. What do I do?
Am I required to use a specific programming language during the technical interviews for the Software and FPGA interview process?
Internship Program
Trading Internship
At the beginning of the 8 weeks, our dedicated in-house Education team will deliver a curated series of lectures and coursework on trading fundamentals. You’ll the use this knowledge to develop your own algorithmic trading strategy and deploy in a simulated trading environment, using live market data, for an exciting hands-on experience.
Research Internship
Graduate Program
Trading, Research and Risk Graduate Program
Graduates will undertake their initial training in Amsterdam, alongside global peers. You’ll initially learn trading fundamentals through theory and technical classes, then work on various projects. You’ll then return to Sydney where you’ll learn in-depth financial theory, collaborate on technical projects and trade on Optiver’s simulated market.
Your learning journey at Optiver doesn’t stop after the training program. Between formal mentorships, external professional development and informal peer-to-peer feedback, you’ll be supported to grow and thrive in your career at Optiver.
FutureFocus Program
What is FutureFocus?
FutureFocus is a 5-day program for pre-penultimate university students who are ready to kickstart their career in the world of trading and technology. Beyond the average insights program, this is your chance to elevate your skills, collaborate on real-world challenges, and demonstrate your potential in a tech-driven quantitative trading firm. The program runs twice a year—in April 2025 and September 2025. Plus, if you excel in the program, you could secure a direct offer for our 2026/27 Summer Internship Program.
When do applications for your FutureFocus program open?
What are the different streams I can apply for?
Am I eligible for the FutureFocus program?
What is the recruitment process?
What is Optiver’s PhD Quant Lab?
Optiver’s PhD Quant Lab is an insights program for PhD students to learn how they can apply their technical skills to the quantitative problems we’re looking to solve in the global financial markets. Across three days, you’ll will gain a comprehensive understanding of the quantitative finance industry and, more importantly, where your unique skills and knowledge fit in. You’ll hear directly from traders, researchers, and developers at the forefront of the field, become familiar with the state-of-the-art tools, engines, and theories driving our trading strategies.
When is the program and when do applications open?
Trading teams
What markets do you trade in Sydney?
Our Sydney office is one of the primary players within the Asian markets, trading a range of products on all relevant markets. Sydney is the APAC head office with other regional offices in Singapore, Shanghai, Taipei, Hong Kong and Mumbai.
Do traders work long hours?
How do I know if I am a better fit for Options, Delta 1 or Institutional trading?
How correlated is being good at mental math and being good at trading?
Technology teams
How do developers work with traders?
The success of our core business depends on the systems we build in-house. By being internally collaborative, we can be externally competitive. Our developers work side-by-side with traders, from gathering requirements to seeing their code deployed.
Do you use machine learning?
How likely will I get to use machine learning techniques if I join the intern or graduate program?
What sort of problems do you use machine learning to solve?
Why do you code in C++ over something like golang?
Research teams
What kind of work could I get involved in as a researcher?
Research teams work closely with traders, utilising our large historical and live datasets to improve our trading strategies and performance.
- Options Pricing Researchers are responsible for our core pricing models.
- Performance Researchers process and discover hidden patterns and optimise trading success.
- Quantitative Researchers use statistical analysis techniques and derive insights, applying those to the bigger picture.
How do I know what type of research is for me?
Risk teams
What does the Market Risk team do?
Our Market Risk team develops and delivers the risk management activities of the entire firm, in a fast-paced and dynamic trading environment. They help improve our current risk framework to keep us at the forefront of an ever-changing trading environment. Our Risk analysts create and improve risk monitoring tools, as well as analyse risk and market data to solve practical problems.
How closely do they work with the traders?
General Enquiries
Is it possible to receive initial feedback on my application?
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individualised feedback during the early stages of our application process.
Can I apply to Optiver via email?
Is Optiver currently hiring for the role that I would like to apply for?
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