Engineers at Citadel work in small teams to develop high-performing technology under quick cycles. They focus on creating tools for trading strategies and data research platforms.
Job Description
Overview
If you have accepted an offer to join an internship or full-time role, or you are a current intern with Citadel or Citadel Securities, we invite you to refer candidates via this application.
This application accepts referrals for the Software Engineering Full-Time and Internship Programs, as well as the Launch Internship Program. Please review the job description below prior to submitting your referral to ensure the candidate's skills and background align with the role.
Job Description
Our engineers work in small teams to turn the best ideas into high-performing and resilient technology. With short development cycles, work rapidly goes into production. As an engineer, you can create systems architectures, develop platforms and build web frameworks. You'll have access to state-of-the-art tools and apply innovative techniques including distributed computing, natural language processing, machine learning and more.
Objectives:
Skills & Talents:
What's next?
Following the submission of your referral, your candidate will receive an email from the Citadel People Systems with the subject line "Thank you for Applying". We recommend informing the candidate that you are referring them, and they should expect to receive an application confirmation email.
The candidate can expect to receive an update from the Citadel and Citadel Securities Recruiting Team within two weeks of your submission.
Note: If your candidate was previously referred by another individual, you will receive a notification that says "Thank you - you've already applied to this job opportunity". This means your candidate is already under consideration, and you are unable to refer them. In these instances, we encourage you to notify the campus recruiting team so you can be included in the candidate's recruitment experience should they be on track to receive an offer.
About Citadel
Citadel is one of the world's leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world's preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.
Overview
If you have accepted an offer to join an internship or full-time role, or you are a current intern with Citadel or Citadel Securities, we invite you to refer candidates via this application.
This application accepts referrals for the Software Engineering Full-Time and Internship Programs, as well as the Launch Internship Program. Please review the job description below prior to submitting your referral to ensure the candidate's skills and background align with the role.
Job Description
Our engineers work in small teams to turn the best ideas into high-performing and resilient technology. With short development cycles, work rapidly goes into production. As an engineer, you can create systems architectures, develop platforms and build web frameworks. You'll have access to state-of-the-art tools and apply innovative techniques including distributed computing, natural language processing, machine learning and more.
Objectives:
- Create technological tools that bring trading strategies to life
- Develop high-performance, large data research platforms
- Work in small teams to build the future of finance
Skills & Talents:
- Bachelor's, master's or PhD in computer science, computer engineering or related fields
- Exceptional programming and design skills
- Strong analytical skills and familiarity with probability and statistics
- Ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative, complex and highly technical team environment
- Intellectual curiosity and passion for solving challenging problems using technology
What's next?
Following the submission of your referral, your candidate will receive an email from the Citadel People Systems with the subject line "Thank you for Applying". We recommend informing the candidate that you are referring them, and they should expect to receive an application confirmation email.
The candidate can expect to receive an update from the Citadel and Citadel Securities Recruiting Team within two weeks of your submission.
Note: If your candidate was previously referred by another individual, you will receive a notification that says "Thank you - you've already applied to this job opportunity". This means your candidate is already under consideration, and you are unable to refer them. In these instances, we encourage you to notify the campus recruiting team so you can be included in the candidate's recruitment experience should they be on track to receive an offer.
About Citadel
Citadel is one of the world's leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world's preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.
Top Skills
Distributed Computing
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
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