Optiver
Optiver is currently hiring for 36 data science, machine learning and AI roles, mostly for research scientists, data engineers and AI engineers. Openings are based in Shanghai, Amsterdam and Chicago. The skills Optiver asks for most often are Python, AI, Machine Learning and Time Series. Hiring teams include Quantitative Research, Technology and Software. Across 9 listings that published pay, the median advertised base salary is $200k a year. We've listed 41 roles at Optiver since May 2026.
At a glance
- Roles
- Research Scientist (16)Data Engineer (7)AI Engineer (4)Data Scientist (3)Machine Learning Engineer (3)MLOps (1)
- Teams
- Quantitative Research (14) · Technology (9) · Software (7) · Quantitative Traders (6)
- Seniority
- Junior (15) · Senior (14) · Mid (5) · Staff (1)
- Locations
- Shanghai (10)Amsterdam (8)Chicago (5)New York (4)Sydney (4)Austin (2)London (1)Mumbai (1)USA (11)China (10)
- Remote
- 0 of 36 open roles
- Advertised pay
- $200k median · $178k–$200k typical (9 listings, annual USD)
- On the board since
- May 2026 · 41 roles listed
About Optiver
Optiver is a leading technology- and research-driven trading firm. Our teams of scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and traders work side by side to develop, test, and scale ideas that shape how we understand and trade global markets. Powered by a global platform built for rapid experimentation and iteration, we combine the scientific rigor of a research institution with the pace of a technology company. Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
In Optiver’s own words, from its job listings
36 roles at Optiver
Past roles at Optiver
Positions we’ve listed that are now closed — kept for reference.
Working at Optiver: common questions
Is Optiver hiring data scientists right now?
Yes — Optiver has 36 open data science, machine learning or AI roles on the board, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. The most recent was posted on September 25, 2026.
What kind of data roles does Optiver hire for?
Current openings break down as Research Scientist (16), Data Engineer (7), AI Engineer (4) and Data Scientist (3). They sit in teams such as Quantitative Research, Technology, Software and Quantitative Traders.
What skills does Optiver look for?
The most requested skills are Python, AI, Machine Learning, Time Series, C++ and Data Pipelines. Python appears in 31 of 36 listings.
Does Optiver offer remote data jobs?
None of Optiver's current data roles are marked remote — they are based in Shanghai, Amsterdam and Chicago.
Where is Optiver hiring?
Open roles are based in Shanghai, Amsterdam, Chicago, New York, Sydney and Austin.
What seniority levels does Optiver hire at?
By seniority, openings are junior (15), senior (14), mid (5) and staff (1).
How much does Optiver pay data scientists?
Across 9 listings that published a salary, the median advertised base pay is $200k a year, with most falling between $178k and $200k. Figures are converted to annual US dollars and reflect advertised ranges, not confirmed offers.