Software Engineering Intern

Job Description

Databento: Revolutionizing Market Data

The financial industry is rapidly growing, but traditional data providers are stuck in the past, offering cumbersome onboarding, complex APIs, slow infrastructure, and expensive licensing. Databento is disrupting this landscape with a radical approach: pay only for the data you use. We’re a next-generation market data provider, empowering the world’s largest finance and fintech institutions and lowering the barrier of entry for startups.

We’ve already gained over 4000 users in our first year and our team is comprised of former data users from leading firms like Two Sigma, Belvedere, Pico, Flow Traders, and Tower Research.

What We Offer:

• Flexible and Rewarding Environment: We offer a competitive benefits package including health, dental, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) matching, visa sponsorships, and 100% remote work. Our team is global, with teammates paid in their local currency.
• Exciting Projects: We have projects across the entire tech stack, from frontend UIs to backend APIs. Your projects will be tailored to your background and interests.

Software Engineering Internship – Summer 2025

Responsibilities and Timing:

• The internship runs from early June to late August 2025, typically for 10 weeks with the option to extend.
• Work from your own timezone or Eastern Standard Time.
• Contribute to a wide range of projects, depending on your skillset.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong Programming Skills: Experience with C++ or Python, ideally outside of the classroom (e.g., personal projects, internships, co-ops).
• Computer Science Foundation: University-level coursework in computer science (e.g., operating systems, computer architecture, algorithms).
• Software Design Expertise: Knowledge of software design patterns and best practices.
• Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for Fintech: A strong desire to work in a fast-growing fintech startup.
• Bonus Points: Knowledge of market microstructure or market data (although not required).

We Nurture Growth:

We believe in nurturing each individual to become an integral part of society. After the internship, you’ll have the option to work part-time throughout the year until graduation. We’ve hired interns as early as sophomore year, who are now core members of our team.

This internship is 100% remote and location-agnostic. We can pay you in your local currency, and we sponsor H-1Bs and other visas.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Databento, Inc is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. We encourage applications from underrepresented individuals.

Ready to join the Databento revolution? Apply now!