Optiver is a genuinely collaborative, supportive company working on truly interesting problems.
Pros
Fantastic culture - Optiver invests a lot of time in ensuring that all new employees are not only technically brilliant, but culturally matched, which leads to a great feeling of camaraderie. Genuine collaboration - All teams, including trading, technology and business operations work as one, and it really makes a difference to both productivity and morale. The lack of red-tape also allows employees to see good ideas recognised and implemented quickly. Support and development - A team exists within HR which is dedicated to employee welfare and assisting employees reach their career goals. They help with leadership, communication, technical and other types of training and development. Leadership - The leadership team does a very good job of effectively moving the company in the right direction whilst never appearing arrogant or superior. They are very approachable, and integrate well with all employees. Perks - For me, the perks at Optiver are a nice addition to an already brilliant place to work. We are very well taken care of, with a team of chefs preparing breakfast and lunch free of charge every day, a gaming and chill out room, weekly massages, gym membership and outdoor fitness and sports clubs, annual company holiday, social events, the list goes on. Management also promote a good work/life balance, and we are encouraged to enjoy our time away from the office so that we can remain fresh and happy when we are here.
Cons
It's very difficult to think of anything to write here. The standard is very high, and everyone is very smart so it's important to be switched on in order to contribute - not really a con!
