Databento is hiring a

Software Engineer Intern - We sponsor H-1Bs and other visas - [ Fully Remote ]

Colombo,Sri Lanka

The financial industry is evolving faster than ever, yet many data providers remain stuck in the past with outdated onboarding processes, clunky APIs, slow infrastructure, and exorbitant licensing fees. At Databento, we’re disrupting the status quo with a revolutionary approach: pay only for the data you use. Our cutting-edge platform is already powering the world’s largest finance and fintech institutions while also making it easier for small startups to enter the market. In our first year alone, we’ve attracted over 4,000 users, and our team is composed of former data users from top firms like Two Sigma, Belvedere, Pico, Flow Traders, and Tower Research.

Why Intern at Databento?

At Databento, we believe in investing in our team’s future. We offer health, dental, disability, and life insurance benefits, 401(k) matching, and visa sponsorships for full-time employees. We’re a fully remote company, with team members scattered across the globe, working and getting paid in their local currency.

What You'll Do:

As a Databento intern, you’ll be at the forefront of fintech innovation. We have diverse projects across the stack, from frontend UIs to backend APIs, allowing you to work on projects that align with your skills and interests. This internship runs from early June to the end of August 2025, with a duration of 10 weeks and an option to extend. You can choose to work in your timezone or align with Eastern Standard Time. For more details, check out our job application FAQ.

What We’re Looking For:

• Hands-on experience with C++ or Python, ideally from personal projects, internships, or co-ops
• University-level coursework in computer science (e.g., operating systems, computer architecture, and algorithms)
• A solid understanding of software design patterns and best practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A passion for working in a fast-paced fintech startup environment

While prior experience in quantitative trading isn’t required, knowledge of market microstructure or market data is a plus.

Why Databento?

At Databento, we’re committed to nurturing your growth and integrating you into the fintech industry. Many of our interns start as early as sophomore year and continue to work with us part-time until graduation, eventually becoming full-time team members. This internship is fully remote and location-agnostic, allowing you to work from anywhere in the world. We sponsor H-1Bs and other visas, ensuring you can focus on making an impact without worrying about logistics.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Databento, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. We comply with all state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation, and training. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable laws. If you require any type of accommodation, please let us know.

Our recruiting data shows that underrepresented candidates often underestimate their abilities. If your experience doesn’t perfectly match the qualifications, don’t hesitate to apply. We want to hear from you!

Salary and compensation

No salary information available

Benefits

• Distributed team 🌎
• No monitoring system 👀
• No politics at work 🚫
• We hire old (and young) 🎅