IMC Trading

IMC Trading

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Working Student - Tech

Posted Sep 3, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Backend Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Aarhus, Central Denmark Region, Denmark
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time

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Role Summary

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The Tech Working Student will develop technology supporting energy trading and work on projects with colleagues in trading and quantitative research. The role contributes to building the local team in Aarhus.

What You'll Do

  • Design and build high-performance technology that supports energy trading.
  • Work across the software development lifecycle, from idea to deployment.
  • Develop real-time pricing and trading systems, exchange connectivity, and analytics tools.
  • Collaborate with traders, researchers, and other engineers.
  • Contribute to shaping the growth and culture of the new local team in Aarhus.

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Qualifications

Strong programming skills in C++ or Java; a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; a genuine interest in financial markets, with no prior knowledge required; full professional fluency in English; and commitment to working a minimum of 20 hours per week.

Original job description

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As a Tech Working Student at IMC, you’ll gain first-hand experience of what it’s like to work in a leading global trading firm while adding real value to our local team. This is your opportunity to develop analytical, technical, and business skills in a high-performance environment where innovation and collaboration go hand in hand.

You’ll take ownership of your own projects and work closely with some of the best minds in trading and quantitative research. Whether your interests lie in markets, data, or strategy, you’ll have the chance to explore your niche and make an impact.

 

Your Core Responsibilities

  • Design and build high-performance technology that supports energy trading
  • Work on the full software development lifecycle, from idea to deployment
  • Develop real-time pricing and trading systems, exchange connectivity, and analytics tools
  • Collaborate closely with traders, researchers, and other engineers
  • Be part of a new local team in Aarhus and shape its growth and culture

 

What You’ll Bring

  • Strong programming skills in C++ or Java
  • Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • A genuine interest in financial markets (no prior knowledge required)
  • Full professional fluency in English
  • Commitment to working a minimum of 20 hours per week
  • You’re excited by the opportunity to shape a new business and build innovative systems from the ground up

 

For more information on our technology interview process, please review our preparation guide here. 

About Us

IMC is a research-driven trading firm where quantitative modeling, machine learning, and engineering shape how modern markets are traded. A stabilizing force in markets since 1989, we provide liquidity across trading venues, delivering the best outcome in value and risk management to investors. Using our own technology and capital, we build proprietary systems and algorithms that operate across global markets. Our researchers, traders, and engineers work as a collective, combining rapid experimentation, advanced infrastructure, and real-time feedback to turn insight into execution and execution into advantage.

 

IMC Trading

About the company

IMC Trading

Large Enterprise

IMC Trading is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages technology and quantitative research to optimize trading strategies across a variety of asset classes, including equities, commodities, and derivatives. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Amsterdam, IMC operates with a commitment to innovation and collaboration, fostering an environment where talented professionals can thrive. The firm is dedicated to responsible trading practices and actively engages in market-making to ensure liquidity and efficiency in financial markets worldwide. With a focus on continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making, IMC Trading is a leader in the fast-paced world of trading and investment.