Software Engineer Intern

Garda Capital Partners — Software Engineer Intern (Research and Technology)

Garda Capital Partners (Garda) is a multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm with over 22 years of experience deploying relative value strategies across fixed income markets for institutional investors. Garda hires, grows, and mentors great talent, built on trust, integrity, and a shared vision for enduring relationships and consistent results. Primary offices are located in Wayzata, New York City, West Palm Beach, Geneva, Zug, Copenhagen, Singapore, and Scottsdale.

Garda is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join its Research and Technology (R&T) team in the New York office for the summer of 2027. This role offers exposure to enterprise software development practices at a global hedge fund.

Position Responsibilities

• Aid in the development of new lines of business solutions using Python and SQL.
• Support senior staff in designing and implementing complete solutions for front office/risk systems.
• Provide support for in-house and third-party applications.

Qualifications & Desired Skills

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Quantitative Finance.
• Experience with the Python ecosystem of common libraries and working knowledge of at least one statically typed language.
• Good grasp of computer science fundamentals (e.g., data structures, algorithms, operating systems).
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming.
• Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to high standards for code.
• Interest or prior experience in the financial trading industry (particularly fixed income) is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-energy, time-sensitive team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows, paired with the ability to write and debug code without them.

Compensation and Benefits

This role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, healthcare plan, and 401(k) matching. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education.

Base Salary: Expected to be between $50 and $50 USD.