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Software Engineer

Jane Street
Location
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Software Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Strong programming skills
  • Intellectual curiosity
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Fluency in English
What the job really is

The Software Engineer role at Jane Street involves designing and building systems and tools that support various teams within the firm, including trading and accounting. Engineers will work with functional programming, primarily using OCaml, and also utilize Python for data analysis and machine learning. The position emphasizes problem-solving and collaboration, with a focus on learning and adapting to new technologies.

Things to weigh
  • No specific programming language experience required, which may appeal to candidates from diverse backgrounds
  • Focus on functional programming may require a learning curve for those unfamiliar with OCaml
  • Vague on specific responsibilities and projects, which may lead to uncertainty about day-to-day tasks
Job score2.4/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity3/5
Pay transparency0/5

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