Quantitative Developer Intern - Summer 2027
Tower Research CapitalAbout the Role
Tower Research Capital is hiring a Quantitative Developer Intern for Summer 2027 in New York and Chicago. The role sits at the intersection of low-latency trading systems and research tooling, working extensively with traders and researchers.
- Architect and optimize performant low-latency trading and high-throughput training systems
- Work extensively with traders and researchers
- Create tools to analyze data for patterns
- Make market observations and conduct post-trade analysis
- Develop, augment, and calibrate exchange simulators
- Operate the team's high-frequency trading strategies
Responsibilities
- Architect and optimize performant low-latency trading and high-throughput training systems
- Work extensively with traders and researchers
- Creating tools to analyze data for patterns
- Make market observations and conducting post-trade analysis
- Developing, augmenting, and calibrating exchange simulators
- Operate the team’s high-frequency trading strategies
Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD student
- Majoring in computer science, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or related fields
- Proficient in an object-oriented programming language
- A working knowledge of Linux/Unix
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- A passion for new technologies and ideas
- The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills
- Interest in financial markets
What You'll Get
- $3,500–$5,700/wk base salary
- Competitive compensation package
- Housing accommodation
- 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
- Open concept workplace
- Casual dress code
- Well-stocked kitchens