Job Details
FPGA Hardware Engineer Internship
The Role
- 31st March 2025 or 30th June 2025 to 19th September 2025
- 09:00 – 17:30 working hours
- Based in Central London
Joining G-Research as an intern within our ResEng function will enable you to develop your knowledge of working with successful legacy systems as they are modernised; a highly sought-after skill.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an innovative, intellectually curious student to build world-class software. This challenging and satisfying software development role will also include delivering improvements to our production code.
The Low Latency Engineering (LLE) Group is responsible for a low-latency trading system that is a critical part of a global investment platform. The group includes teams responsible for market-data, order-entry and order-execution functions.
This FPGA Engineering role offers the chance to work at the forefront of ultra-low latency trading, developing and optimizing hardware solutions that drive critical trading performance. You'll collaborate closely with developers to design cutting-edge systems, ensuring high-speed execution in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on trading strategies through innovative hardware solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- RTL HDL development principally in SystemVerilog
- Writing automated test benches
- Building Continuous Delivery pipelines for all components
- Some software development in Python and C++
Who Are We Looking For?
- Strong HDL development skills in SystemVerilog
- Strong system analysis and debugging skills
- Some knowledge of scripting in a language like Python or Perl
- Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical people
- Some software development skills in C or C++
- Financial experience is useful but not required
Induction and Training
- Gain an in-depth introduction to the world of technology within finance
- Extensive introductions to the internal workings of the business
- Paired with an experienced Engineer as a mentor
- Access to numerous training courses, including online learning licenses and soft skill training
Perks of the Role
- Highly competitive compensation
- Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
- 30 days’ holiday pro-rata
- 9% company pension contributions
- Opt-in private health insurance
- Monthly company events
- Central London office close to five stations and six tube lines
About G-Research
At G-Research, we are passionate about the intersection of finance, technology, and the future.
We offer a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in our collaborative working environment.
We are proud to offer challenging summer internships and year-long placement opportunities for students across G-Research.
Our interns gain hands-on experience with real projects, get access to leading training programmes and are partnered with a mentor for the duration of their time with us.
How to apply
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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
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