Sparkland is a proprietary high-frequency trading firm founded in 2017 that trades its own capital on major exchanges. The firm relies on sophisticated mathematical models and continuously refined strategies, achieving profitability from its first month and sustaining it for seven consecutive years. Sparkland commands up to 6% of trading volume on key exchanges while building a flat, open-culture team of top talent from the EU, Middle East, and Asia. By prioritizing teammates with growth opportunities, workations, and a collaborative environment, Sparkland differentiates itself as a technologically driven, people-centric leader in the high-frequency trading space.
Open Positions
Middle Software Developer (C++)
3+ years of software development experience, C++ proficiency, and knowledge of financial markets and low latency/high-frequency systems
Algorithmic Trader
Graduated in 2022–2024 in a STEM field, 1–3 years of programming experience, strong mental arithmetic and analytical skills, solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
Talent Acquisition Manager
Technical recruiting experience, extreme ownership mindset, and excellent communication skills required
Python Developer
Strong Python skills, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of financial markets and trading principles
Data Scientist (Quantitative Analyst)
Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or Computer Science, Proficiency in SQL, Experience with Python, Strong knowledge of probability and statistics