Quantitative Software Developer Intern

Cubist
US
Remote

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a small number of highly talented interns to assist in the development, optimization, and monitoring of our production trading platform and research infrastructure. Interns will work on small, highly collaborative teams.

Desirable Candidates

  • Undergraduate or graduate candidates in computer science or engineering
  • Significant experience in Python, C++, C, or Java
  • Serious interest in systems programming (e.g. Linux kernel development, compilers, embedded systems, networking, file systems, debuggers)
  • In-depth understanding of how userland programs run on Linux and interact with the kernel
  • Some basic knowledge of Git, databases (e.g. MySQL), and web development frameworks is a plus
  • Clear, concise, and proactive communicator
  • Detail-oriented
  • Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team

The annual base salary is $120,000-$150,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

PythonC++CJavaCommunicationProblem solvingSystems programmingLinux kernel developmentCompilersEmbedded systemsNetworkingFile systemsDebuggers

Salary

$120,000 - $150,000

year

Employment Type

INTERN

Level

intern

Posted

4/12/2026

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