About the role#
Talos is hiring a Software Engineer Intern to join the RFQ team for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on high-performance distributed trading systems, specifically focusing on tools that support trading decision-making and performance evaluation. This 12-week internship runs from June 1, 2027, to August 27, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the Trading team to define project scope, requirements, and milestones.
- Prepare design documentation and join architectural discussions.
- Build features in Go to enhance the RFQ system.
- Add analytics and metrics to measure the impact of your changes.
- Incorporate feedback and iterate on your work based on team input.
- Demonstrate project progress through regular demos.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in the Class of 2028, pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Proficiency in at least one compiled language such as Go, C++, or Java.
- At least one previous internship working on backend systems in a production environment.
- Knowledge of relational databases like Postgres.
- Past experience with trading systems.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
- A detail-oriented, analytical, and self-starting approach.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Talos
Talos provides technology and data for institutions to trade and manage digital assets. The platform supports the full investment lifecycle including liquidity sourcing, price discovery, trading, and settlement. Founded in 2018, the firm maintains offices in New York, London, Singapore, and Nicosia. It employs over 200 people to support its institutional clients.
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