At Optiver, the velocity of our software development is a critical part of our competitive advantage. Our ability to compete depends on how quickly new ideas can move from insight to production. We build the tools, systems, and platforms that shape how software is developed at Optiver. When builds are fast, correct, and reproducible, engineers stay in flow, receive fast and trustworthy feedback, and shipping changes becomes routine. When builds are slow or unreliable, every team in the company pays the tax, one slow feedback loop at a time. You'll join a growing global Developer Experience team and help shape the future of how software is built, tested, and delivered at Optiver, enabling both engineers and agents to move from idea to production-ready software with greater speed and confidence. What you'll doShape the future of C++ builds at Optiver by designing and rolling out modern build systems that accelerate build times, improve reliability, and create a more consistent developer experience;Build observability into our platform so we can measure performance, reliability and adoption, and use that data to guide further improvements;Improve build performance at scale through incremental execution, caching, dependency analysis and efficient scheduling;Help teams adopt new tools and working practices, balancing standardisation with the needs of different codebases and engineering groups;Stay current with industry trends and emerging tools in the developer experience and build systems space, helping guide our adoption of best-in-class solutions. Who you areYou are a strong software engineer with deep experience in C++ build systems and developer tooling;You have a deep understanding of build system concepts including incremental builds, caching, reproducibility, dependency graphs, remote execution, and artifact management;You are skilled at diagnosing performance and reliability issues across the local development and continuous integration lifecycle, using data and observability to guide improvements;You hold a deep understanding of the end-to-end lifecycle of software development from ideation to deployment;You have experience building tools and workflows around source control platforms such as GitHub and GitLab;You are passionate about developer productivity and have a track record of delivering meaningful improvements to the software development lifecycle. By providing liquidity and accurate pricing in various financial instruments, to multiple exchanges across the world, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets. What you'll get You'll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, where you'll be surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you'll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, working collectively to tackle the toughest problems in the financial markets. A performance-based bonus structure, enabling all of our employees to benefit from our global profit pool.27 paid vacation days plus all UK public holidays. Private medical insurance, pension scheme, and ClassPass fitness membership. Training and continuous learning opportunities, including access to conferences and tech events. International transfer opportunities for global career growth. Please note, we cannot accept applications via email for data protection reasons. Diversity statement: Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer - Remote in London employer: Optiver
Optiver is an exceptional employer for aspiring software developers, offering a dynamic internship experience in the heart of London’s financial district. With a strong focus on mentorship and collaboration, interns will engage in real-world projects that enhance their technical skills while enjoying extensive office perks, including meals and social activities. The supportive work culture fosters continuous improvement and provides a pathway to full-time opportunities, making it an ideal place for those passionate about technology and finance.
