Trading Desk Operations Engineer

About this role

Jane Street seeks interns to explore trading desk operations engineering through hands-on projects involving infrastructure optimization, trading systems support, and operational problem-solving. You'll work closely with mentors on real challenges facing the trading desk while developing technical and operational expertise through structured learning.

What you'll do

• Manage and optimize trading desk infrastructure and operational processes
• Execute data queries and coordinate with stakeholders to support trading systems
• Design and implement solutions for trading and operations-related issues
• Collaborate on real-world projects directly tied to daily trading desk challenges
• Participate in bootcamps and technical training to build expertise
• Contribute to tools and systems that impact trading operations

What they're looking for

• Programming and coding fundamentals
• Quantitative reasoning and analytical thinking
• Data query and database skills
• Systems infrastructure understanding
• Problem-solving and technical design
• Stakeholder coordination and communication
• Process optimization
• Fast-paced multitasking and prioritization

Benefits

• Mentorship from dedicated full-time TDOE professionals
• Hands-on experience with real trading desk projects
• Tailored technical and operational bootcamps
• Access to office amenities and educational resources
• Guest speakers and social events
• Exposure to finance and trading product lifecycle

Likely interview questions

• Tell us about a time you solved a complex problem by learning something new—how did you approach it?
• Describe your experience with data analysis or querying; walk us through a specific example.