Careers – Why Work at DRW

The DRW approach is simple: tenure, experience and titles don’t matter as much as ideas, execution and results. We believe in creating opportunity to take on more complex problems, more interesting projects and more specialized skills. Our focus on performance doesn’t crowd out camaraderie. It’s a results-driven environment and everyone works hard, and it’s a place where friendships grow and respect is the norm.

At DRW, you’ll work alongside smart, motivated people with diverse backgrounds at tech startups and on Wall Street, in hedge funds and academia—but that isn’t the only thing that sets us apart. It’s also our commitment to bringing on people who readily make themselves available to colleagues, actively seek challenges to their assumptions, and consistently choose to do the right thing.

DRW pushes people to advance their personal goals and build their own experience. The environment really supports learning and growth.

Mike, Trader

Meet Mike. A trader with a degree in computer science from Cal-Tech. The energy and passion of his teammates have helped him expand his skills – moving from the foreign exchange desk to the world of cryptoassets.

I like that DRW doesn’t view technology as overhead, but rather an important investment. Of course, I love the catered breakfast and lunch, company outings and other perks too!

Michelle, Systems and Mobile Platforms Lead

Meet Michelle. She’s been part of the technology team since 2008 and is also a founding member of the DRW photography club. As a busy mom, she appreciates the social clubs that make it easier for her to enjoy her hobbies and connect with colleagues.

It's not one system or one strategy - we're always thinking of something new.

Sai, Quantitative Researcher

With a master's in financial engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sai's passion for learning about the financial markets, paired with support from his mentor, have kept him growing throughout his career.

I came to DRW straight out of college with no background in finance. Since then, I’ve been learning nonstop.

Elaine, Algorithmic Trading Researcher

Meet Elaine. She has put her computer science degree from MIT to use in all aspects of the business – from programming to trading to research. Working with fun, intelligent people from different backgrounds is one of her favorite parts of her job.

As a firm, we never stop learning, and it’s the same for our employees. We want—we expect—our people to seize opportunities for growth.

Get out there

Connect with other experts in your field at conferences, seminars and technical forums.
Gather in house

Discuss technical and research topics at regular internal meetups like our Geek Lunches.
Mentor and be mentored

Learn from your colleagues and share your insights via coaching and mentoring relationships.
Hit the books

Use our tuition reimbursement program to continue challenging yourself outside our doors.
Looking for more? Visit our blog to see what it's really like to work at DRW.

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