3 months ago
Needham, MA, USAIntern
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and debug C applications on multi-core Linux systems.
- Process high-throughput, low-latency network data for electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure.
- Apply software engineering skills in a collaborative technical environment and contribute meaningfully to active team projects.
Requirements
- Pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with at least sophomore standing.
- Completion of coursework related to data structures and algorithms, operating systems, machine structure and assembly language, performance engineering, and/or networks and protocols.
- Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale, if applicable.
- Relevant programming experience in an internship or academic environment.
- Ability to read and write C code.
- Familiarity with the Linux Bash/Shell environment.
- Relevant experience developing Python or Java applications.
- Strong technical skills, collaborative ability, and interest in expanding knowledge of coding languages.
- Preferred: interest in low-level technologies and familiarity with network socket programming and TCP.
Benefits
- Anticipated base wage of $42.00 per hour.
- Hands-on learning experience, mentorship, team events, and professional networking opportunities.
- Casual dress code, free food, and an onsite gym.
- Summer 2027 internship opportunity.
- HPR does not currently provide employment sponsorship.
About HPR
HPR (Hyannis Port Research) builds hardware-accelerated trading infrastructure delivered as a fully managed platform for capital-markets firms. Its products provide ultra-low-latency pre-trade risk controls, direct market access, market data delivery, and matching engine technology used by global banks, hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and exchanges. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, the company is privately held.