Belfast-based Options Technology, sponsor of the Mobile App of the Year category in the 2024 Belfast Telegraph IT Awards, is launching its 2025 Graduate and Placement Programme, a move that highlights the company’s rapid growth and pivotal role in the global capital markets industry.
With an award-winning team and ambitious expansion plans, the company is offering young professionals the opportunity to start their careers in a dynamic sector at the intersection of technology and global finance.
Founded in 1993, Options Technology began as a niche provider of technology services to hedge funds. Over the past three decades, it has evolved into a major player in the financial technology space, providing managed trading infrastructure and cloud-enabled services to over 550 firms worldwide.
As global capital markets become more reliant on advanced technology to ensure speed, security, and transparency in trading, Options is a key partner to some of the largest financial institutions in hubs such as London, New York, Tokyo, and Dubai.
The company’s steady growth and its focus on innovation have not gone unnoticed. In 2023, Options Technology was named IT Team of the Year at the Belfast Telegraph IT Awards, a prestigious accolade that underscores its leadership in providing mission-critical infrastructure to the financial sector. As financial markets continue to evolve, Options’ technology solutions help firms stay ahead of the curve.
For graduates and early-career professionals, Options Technology’s 2025 Graduate and Placement Programme presents a unique chance to break into the tech industry while gaining exposure to global financial markets.
With plans to create 200 new jobs in Belfast over the next three years, the company is deeply committed to fostering local talent and developing a skilled workforce to meet the growing demands of the capital markets sector.
Participants in the programme will receive hands-on experience in areas such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and software development. The programme also offers mentorship from industry leaders and the opportunity to gain certifications in cutting-edge technologies that drive the future of finance and IT.
Moreover, with Options’ global presence, graduates have the chance to travel and train in major financial cities like New York, Tokyo, Paris, and Dubai — providing them with an international career perspective from the outset.
Danny Moore, president and CEO of Options Technology, said: “Our decision to expand our workforce in Belfast reflects the exceptional talent we’ve found in this vibrant city.
“Over the last year, our recruitment machine has ramped up heavily, with many our new starts training in some of the hottest business destinations on the planet.
“We are proud to continue investing in the local community and provide opportunities for ambitious young professionals.
“The 2025 Graduate and Placement Programme launch is an exciting milestone for us as we continue to nurture the next generation of tech leaders.”
The launch event will take place on on Thursday October 17 at The National Bar in Belfast and will include a competition to win a trip to New York. It will provide valuable networking opportunities with Options’ leadership team, past graduates, and industry experts.
Whether you’re looking to fast-track your career in tech or dreaming of a getaway to New York, this event is one not to miss.
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